1. Fans of unusual souvenirs should head to craft workshops located in the castle. Here you can attend workshop sessions and create some interesting accessories in a traditional style with your hands.
2. Locals have great respect for tourists who know at least a few phrases in their native language. Tourists with zero Estonian knowledge can take a phrasebook with them.
3. The local law provides for heavy fines for smoking in public places. When visiting restaurants, entertainment centers, and other large establishments, it is worth checking if they have designated smoking areas.
4. All city museums and attractions work on a schedule that can vary depending on the time of year. You can specify working hours in a tourist center or directly at your hotel.
6. Long rains are extremely rare in Narva. Given that the air temperature rarely drops below zero even in winter, fans of excursions and outdoor activities feel comfortable visiting the city at any time of the year.
7. Narva is one of the most Russian-speaking cities in Estonia. Here you can communicate with locals not only in Estonian and Russian - many of them are good at English too.
Narva's main historical symbol is the ancient castle Hermanni linnus, the only architectural monument in the city that managed to survive from knightly times. The construction of this castle … Open
9. The bulk of popular stores are concentrated on the central city streets. This is where you should go in search of memorable souvenirs, as well as popular local delicacies.
10. The city provides plenty of opportunities for family leisure. You will find many well-kept parks and gardens, free playgrounds for children are equipped everywhere.
11. In the immediate vicinity of the city is the popular resort of Narva-Jõesuu, the main feature of which is a large beach. In recent years, new top-notch sanatoriums and spa centers have opened in this resort town.
12. Narva can hardly be called a typical tourist city, so the concentration of hotels and restaurants is quite low here. If you want to choose the most comfortable accommodation option, try to book a hotel room in advance.
13. The city is small, so you can easily explore all its sights in one day. Active tourists will be interested in visiting Narva's surroundings where there are also some interesting natural and historical sites.
14. Most local restaurants and cafes are attractively priced. The most expensive restaurants are located in large hotels and around them.
15. There are very few souvenir shops in the city, so their choice may seem limited. Many local hotels have their own gift shops.
Estonia: travelling advices
6. When communicating with an unfamiliar person, you can talk about art, Estonian cuisine or beer. On the other hand, do not touch on topics related to World War II or the Soviet period of the country’s history.7. The official currency of Estonia is the euro. Tourists do not have to worry about changing money since you can make payments using a bank card anywhere in the country.
8. In order to save money, it is worth choosing an inexpensive hotel in the sleeping area, a camp or farm for a stay. It is also important to inquire whether breakfast and bed sheets are offered.
9. It is best to move from one city to another by bus. It is also quite cheap to travel by taxi. If you plan to actively use public transport, then it is worth buying a travel card. … Open