Cheap 4-Day Estonia Road Trip from Tallinn to Tartu

Your exciting road trip through Estonia starts when you reach the incredible city of Tallinn, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Tallinn and begin your adventure in Estonia.

Tallinn is a popular cheap holiday destination in Estonia with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Tallinn and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Freedom Square will make your cheap holiday in Estonia truly special. This attraction is a fascinating square that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 13,412 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Tallinn. An excellent example is the popular Vegan Restoran V. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,852 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Estonia is Restaurant Kolm Sibulat. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,209 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Restaurant Olde Hansa. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,293 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Hell Hunt is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 4,122 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Tallinn we recommend is Dubliner, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,126 customers.

Vana Villem Pub is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 2,775 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Estonia!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Estonia, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Tallinn and end your day in the city of Tartu, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Tallinn is the amazing Town Hall Square. This travel destination is a square that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,452 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Tallinn Town Hall. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,262 travelers, a visit to this well-known rathaus and sightseeing spot in Tallinn is likely to make your vacation in Estonia even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Tallinn is the outstanding Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. This eastern orthodox cathedral has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,569 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Estonia, drop by the popular Seaplane Harbour. This attraction, an amazing port, has been rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,158 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Kadriorg Park. This park is a popular attraction rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,630 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Estonia. To have the best affordable travel experience in Estonia, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Estonia unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Estonia.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Tartu. Tartu is another cheap travel destination in Estonia where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Estonia can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Tartu that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Tartu is Gunpowder Cellar of Tartu. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,564 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Tartu, La Dolce Vita is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,318 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Cafe-restaurant Werner. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Tartu enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,131 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Tartu’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Estonia. For example, you can visit Barlova. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 502 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Pahad Poisid. This popular bar in Tartu has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,286 bar-goers.

You can also go to Hansa Tall & Hansa Hoov as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Hansa Tall & Hansa Hoov is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,041 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Estonia!

Day 3 of your self-drive vacation in Estonia gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Tartu and end your day in the city of Kõrveküla.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Tallinn for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Estonia.

While you’re in Tartu, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing University of Tartu Botanical Gardens. The fantastic University of Tartu Botanical Gardens is a popular botanical garden and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,911 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Town Hall Square, a well-known square in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.8 out of a 5 star-rating from 2,865 travelers.

The top-rated AHHAA Science Centre is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular museum and destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from over 8,832 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Tartu, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Kõrveküla.

Make Estonian National Museum your first stop. This popular national museum among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,158 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Estonia. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Estonia and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Tallinn. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Tallinn, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Rataskaevu 16, one of the best restaurants in Tallinn. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 3,444 customers.

Peppersack is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Peppersack is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,212 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Swissôtel Tallinn, another well-loved restaurant in Tallinn. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,453 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Estonia.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Tallinn, Scotland Yard Pub. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,434 bar goers.

Restaurant Manna La Roosa is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Tallinn, with its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,578 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Koht, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,207 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Estonia. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Estonia!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Estonia as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 4 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Tallinn.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Estonia.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Tallinn is the remarkable Viru Gate. This city gate and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 10,029 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Tallinn, consider a top-rated restaurant like Cafe Maiasmokk. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,682 customers.

Restaurant Pegasus is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,896 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Restaurant Moon. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,437 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Estonia and your fun memories in Tallinn.

You’ll then say farewell to Tallinn and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Estonia!