Old Town Tartu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Old Town Tartu
Photo by Mark Stacevich
Photo by Mark Stacevich

Popular places to visit

Tartu Town Hall

Tartu Town Hall

After visiting Tartu Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tartu. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.

Tartu Town Hall
Uspenski Cathedral of the Estonian Apostolic Orthodox Church

Uspenski Cathedral of the Estonian Apostolic Orthodox Church

You can learn about the history of Tartu with a visit to Uspenski Cathedral of the Estonian Apostolic Orthodox Church. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.

Uspenski Cathedral of the Estonian Apostolic Orthodox Church

Student's Lock-Up

Learn about the local history of Tartu when you spend time at Student's Lock-Up. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.

Student's Lock-Up

University of Tartu

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Tartu during your trip to Tartu. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.

University of Tartu

Tartu Cathedral (Toomkirk)

You can learn about the history of Tartu with a trip to Tartu Cathedral (Toomkirk). Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.

Tartu Cathedral (Toomkirk)

Father and Son' sculpture

Learn about the local history of Tartu when you take a trip to Father and Son' sculpture. Experience the area's museums and entertainment choices.

Father and Son' sculpture

Activities

Interior view of Toomemägi Cathedral

Culture and Art Walking Tour of Tartu

NZ$29
per adult
Culture and Art Walking Tour of Tartu
Ruins of Tartu Cathedral, Tartu

Small Group Walking Tour of Vana Lugu Tartu Old Town

NZ$6
per adult
Small Group Walking Tour of Vana Lugu Tartu Old Town
The best of Tartu walking tour

The best of Tartu walking tour

NZ$641
per adult
The best of Tartu walking tour
Magical Tartu Romantic Walking Tour

Magical Tartu Romantic Walking Tour

NZ$641
per adult
Magical Tartu Romantic Walking Tour
Tartu city cultural tour

Tartu city cultural tour

NZ$745
per traveller
Tartu city cultural tour
Tartu Toy Museum Entrance Ticket

Tartu Toy Museum Entrance Ticket

NZ$12
per adult
Tartu Toy Museum Entrance Ticket
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Our pick of the best Old Town Tartu Hotel Deals

Hotel Soho

Hotel Soho

3.5 out of 5
9 Rüütli, Tartu, Tartu maakond
The price is NZ$149 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$149
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Tartu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Monument to Jaan Tonisson and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (184 reviews)
"Loved the location. Everything was clean and functional, but the room decor is a bit dated (that's the only downside). Breakfast was included and it was quite good, including espresso and even sparkling wine and ice cream."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Hotel Soho
Bob W Duo Lofts

Bob W Duo Lofts

4 out of 5
29 Lai, Tartu, Tartu maakond
The price is NZ$98 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$98
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Tartu. Enjoy free WiFi and a fitness center. Popular attractions Tartu Uppsala House and St. John's Church (Jaani Kirik) are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (63 reviews)
"Very nice apartment with lots of space. The kitchen is great! The bed upstairs was really soft, even too soft for us. Old people need firm bed :)The pillows were great and there was enough varieties! For some mysterious reason we didn't get the TV working. Only sound but not picture. That was strange. ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Bob W Duo Lofts
Lydia Hotel

Lydia Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Ülikooli 14, Tartu
The price is NZ$230 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$230
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Tartu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (344 reviews)
"Good-sized room, comfortable beds. Large bathroom. Great breakfst. Location is right near central square."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Lydia Hotel
Hotel Antonius

Hotel Antonius

4 out of 5
Ülikooli 15, Tartu
The price is NZ$239 per night from 22 July to 23 July
NZ$239
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Tartu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Student's Lock-Up and Monument to Jaan Tonisson ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (411 reviews)
Best place to stay in Tartu
"Only great thing I can said about this hotel The lady at front desk I wish I can remember her name was super all the time Thanks you hotel is great service and breakfast insuperable"

Reviewed on 13 May 2025

Hotel Antonius
Barclay

Barclay

3.5 out of 5
Ülikooli 8, Tartu
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$142 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
NZ$142
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Tartu. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Monument to Gustav II Adolf and Monument ...
7.6/10 Good! (174 reviews)
"The room was very comfortable and the staff quite gentle and amiable. The hotel is located in the central area of the town. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2024

Barclay
Draakon Hotel

Draakon Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Raekoja Plats 4, Tartu
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Tartu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Student's Lock-Up and Monument ...
"The hotel is nice, with very spacious and clean rooms, excellent bathrooms and very friendly and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 16 Oct. 2023

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