1.It is very convenient to travel around the city by public transport; local buses are painted bright red. Tickets for travel have to be bought in advance at kiosks close to stops and the bus station. Tickets purchased are sure to be dated.
2. Travelers are advised to make foreign currency exchange at home, as in this case conditions are most favorable. Local banks and exchange offices are ready to provide currency exchange for visitors, but they charge a commission for service.
3. Museums and other cultural venues usually open at 10:00 am and run until 5:00 - 6:00 pm. In most museums, art galleries and exhibition centers Monday and Tuesday are days off.
4. Those planning a rich program of rest have to consider that tickets to museums and a variety of recreational activities are better to be purchased in advance. On weekends, there is often an impressive queue to the tourist office.
6. The city has well developed system of cashless payment, so you can pay with your credit card in almost all major stores and restaurants. Before the trip, be sure to specify whether you can use a specific card in other countries and cities.
7. Tourists who intend to devote a lot of time to shopping are recommended to prefer shopping centers with Global Refund mark. When making purchases they can ask for a special check that will allow returning taxes departing from the EU.
One of the main gastronomy features of Tartu is local beer. Vacationers can try the best varieties of beer in one of the many pubs, restaurants and bars. A typical Estonian pub is … Open
9. Mains voltage is 220 V; in all hotels the standard European-style plug connector is mounted. Check electrical appliances, which are planned to take with you before you go, as some may require special adapters.
Estonia: travelling advices
1. It is best to go to Estonia in the spring, late summer or fall, when the weather is mild and the tourist inflow is relatively weak.2. If the tour program includes visits to forest tracts, you should get vaccinated against tick-borne encephalitis.
3. Estonians have great respect for tourists who are able to pronounce at least a couple of words in Estonian. You can learn a few common phrases before the trip.
4. Residents of the country do not like to seem intrusive and almost never show resourcefulness. When interacting with service personnel, it is often necessary for the client to initiate communication. … Open