Cheap 6-Day Estonia Road Trip from Tallinn to Pärnu and Tartu

Your exciting road trip through Estonia starts when you reach the incredible city of Tallinn, where you'll stay for 3 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!

Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Tallinn, proving that cheap holidays in Estonia can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Kadriorg Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 15,630 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Japanese Garden. This popular place of interest is a stunning park that boasts an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 3,434 visitors.

To make your trip to Tallinn more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Russalka Memorial. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 3,792 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Russalka Memorial is often mentioned in Estonia road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Seaplane Harbour is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This port and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 15,158 reviews.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. More than 6,569 visitors have rated this eastern orthodox cathedral and tourist destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Tallinn does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Tallinn on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Estonia.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Estonia, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Restaurant Rataskaevu 16, one of the best restaurants in Tallinn. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 3,444 reviews.

You can also check out Peppersack. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,212 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Swissôtel Tallinn. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,453 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Tallinn.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Tallinn for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Scotland Yard Pub and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,434 customers.

Restaurant Manna La Roosa is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,578 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Koht. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,207 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Tallinn.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Tallinn!

On day 3 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 Pärnu, 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 Tallinn Town Hall. This travel destination is a rathau that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,262 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Town Hall Square. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,452 travelers, a visit to this well-known square and sightseeing spot in Tallinn is likely to make your vacation in Estonia even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Tallinn is the outstanding Patkuli Viewing Platform. This landmark has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,225 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Estonia, drop by the popular Kohtuotsa viewing platform. This attraction, an amazing observation deck, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,203 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Tallinn Zoo. This zoo is a popular attraction rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,393 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 Pärnu. Pärnu 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 Pärnu that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Pärnu is Supelsaksad Pärnu. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,818 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Pärnu, Steffani is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,680 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Sweet Rosie Irish Pub. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Pärnu enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,430 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Pärnu’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Estonia. For example, you can visit C. F Hahn pub. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,443 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Restoran Mack Bar-B-Que BeachClub. This popular bar in Pärnu has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 554 bar-goers.

You can also go to BUM-BUM PUBI as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular BUM-BUM PUBI is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,619 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

Day 4 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 Pärnu and end your day in the city of Kõrveküla.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Tartu 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 Pärnu, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Pärnu Coastal Meadow Hiking Trail. The fantastic Pärnu Coastal Meadow Hiking Trail is a popular educational trail and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,792 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Beach Park, a well-known park in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.6 out of a 5 star-rating from 8,146 travelers.

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

Make Elistvere Animal Park your first stop. This popular zoo among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,654 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Kõrveküla is the outstanding Estonian National Museum. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,158 visitors, this remarkable national museum and attraction deserves a spot on your Estonia travel bucket list.

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 Tartu. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Tartu, 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 Gunpowder Cellar of Tartu, one of the best restaurants in Tartu. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,564 customers.

La Dolce Vita is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. La Dolce Vita is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,318 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Cafe-restaurant Werner, another well-loved restaurant in Tartu. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,131 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 Tartu, Barlova. 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 4.7 out of 5 stars by 502 bar goers.

Pahad Poisid is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Tartu, with its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,286 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Hansa Tall & Hansa Hoov, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,041 customers.

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

On day 5 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 Tartu and end your day in the city of Tallinn, 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 Tartu is the amazing Skulptuur "Suudlevad tudengid" / 'The Kissing Students' sculpture and fountain. This travel destination is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 265 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Town Hall Square. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,865 travelers, a visit to this well-known square and sightseeing spot in Tartu is likely to make your vacation in Estonia even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Tartu is the outstanding University of Tartu Botanical Gardens. This botanical garden has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,911 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Estonia, drop by the popular Tagurpidi Maja (Peapeal OÜ). This attraction, an amazing museum, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,317 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic AHHAA Science Centre. This museum is a popular attraction rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 8,832 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 Tallinn. Tallinn 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 Tallinn that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Tallinn is Cafe Maiasmokk. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,682 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Tallinn, Restaurant Pegasus 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 1,896 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Restaurant Moon. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Tallinn enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,437 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Tallinn’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Estonia. For example, you can visit Sigmund Freud Bar. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,158 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Pudel. This popular bar in Tallinn has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,118 bar-goers.

You can also go to Restaurant Munga Kelder as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Restaurant Munga Kelder is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,093 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Estonia as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 6 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 Lee Restoran. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,278 customers.

Farm 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 1,159 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Soo Uulits Tänavagurmee. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,114 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!