Cheap 7-Day Estonia Road Trip from Tallinn to Tartu and Pärnu

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 Tartu, where you'll stay for 2 nights. 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 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!

On day 4 of your road trip adventures in Estonia, you’ll go deep into Tartu, where you'll stay for 1 night, and see some of the city’s unforgettable attractions. To learn more of the city's culture, you'll also dine at the most popular restaurants in Tartu, and meet locals along the way!

Tartu offers an incredible variety of budget hotels and places to stay you can choose from and spend the night in.

We recommend you stay at the charming Lossi 32 Luxury Apartment with Sauna to ensure a pleasant and affordable vacation in Tartu. This apartment offers guests comfort and convenience and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 390 guest reviews.

Another budget-friendly stay option you can check into is the cozy Kastanimaja Apartments. This cheap apartment provides a ton of handy amenities perfect for travelers in Tartu. Kastanimaja Apartments has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 3,326 former guests.

Travelers looking forward to enjoying a cheap vacation in Tartu should also consider Over The River Apartment. This apartment offers great value-for-money and is one of the best budget accommodations in the city. Over The River Apartment has been rated by 262 guests with an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Popular hotels and places to stay in Tartu offering low-cost accommodations get fully-booked fast. If any of these stay options are not available during your visit in the city, our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best budget alternatives.

One thing that makes Tartu the perfect cheap holiday destination is that the city offers easy access to many popular attractions. For example, the outstanding museum, Tagurpidi Maja (Peapeal OÜ). This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,317 visitors.

The famous University of Tartu Botanical Gardens is another remarkable sightseeing hotspot in the area. This incredible botanical garden and travel destination has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,911 visitors.

Tartu is also the home of the extraordinary Ruins of Tartu Cathedral. Around 666 travelers have rated the spectacular Ruins of Tartu Cathedral an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another place you’ll want to visit is the captivating Town Hall Square. With an impressive average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from a total of 2,865 reviews, a visit to this wonderful square and tourist destination is truly a great idea.

This day of your road trip through Estonia is also your chance to admire the fantastic AHHAA Science Centre up close. This fascinating museum and attraction is a must-visit. The marvelous AHHAA Science Centre enjoys an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 8,832 travelers.

Come to Tartu prepared by adding a tour to your budget vacation package to Estonia. If you’re up for a challenging, fun, or inspiring activity, check out the fantastic selection of tours and cheap holiday deals in Tartu.

After a day of exploring, reward yourself by dining at one of the best restaurants in Tartu, Vapiano Tartu. Locals enjoy eating at Vapiano Tartu for its good food and ambiance. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,710 diners.

Kolm Tilli serves various affordable and delicious dishes perfect for cheap holiday goers. On top of that, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,267 food lovers.

If you want more options, Crepp is another great spot. Browse through its exciting menu and you'll see why Crepp has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 999 reviews.

Curious about the nightlife in Tartu? Consider visiting some of the best bars in Tartu after dinner. Locals recommend Restaurant München - Weihenstephaner Wirtshaus, and it's a great spot to enjoy a refreshing drink after an active day. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 779 customers.

Vilde Ja Vine is another excellent place to relax and have a drink or two after a busy road trip in Estonia. Vilde Ja Vine has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 715 bar-goers, proving it's one of the most popular bars in Tartu.

You might also want to cap the night off at JOYCE, a fascinating bar that 560 customers have rated 4.6 out of 5 stars in their reviews.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating this terrific day of your affordable vacation in Estonia!

Day 5 of your road trip across Estonia offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Kõrveküla and the enchanting Lähte, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Kõrveküla and end the day in Lähte, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 5 of your affordable vacation in Estonia will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Kõrveküla is the magnificent Estonian National Museum. Around 5,158 visitors have rated this excellent national museum and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Lähte vaatetorn on this leg of your self-drive tour in Estonia. This attraction is a well-known must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 437 travelers.

The remarkable Elistvere Animal Park is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in Estonia. This attraction, an amazing zoo, is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,654 travelers.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Kõrveküla, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Lähte.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Estonia. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Estonia. Make your cheap holiday experience in Estonia more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Pärnu offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Estonia. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Pärnu offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Estonia.

Supelsaksad Pärnu is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,818 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Pärnu is Steffani, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,680 customers.

Sweet Rosie Irish Pub offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Pärnu. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,430 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Pärnu’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

C. F Hahn pub is an excellent example of a great bar in Pärnu offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,443 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Restoran Mack Bar-B-Que BeachClub, another of locals’ go-to bars in Pärnu. Restoran Mack Bar-B-Que BeachClub is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 554 customers having rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

BUM-BUM PUBI is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Pärnu. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 1,619 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Estonia with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Estonia!

Day 6 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 Haapsalu.

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 Pärnu, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Valli Park. The fantastic Valli Park is a popular park and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,544 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.

The top-rated Pärnu Coastal Meadow Hiking Trail is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular educational trail and destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 1,792 travelers.

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

Make Haapsalu Castle your first stop. This popular castle among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,798 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 Cafe Maiasmokk, one of the best restaurants in Tallinn. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,682 customers.

Restaurant Pegasus is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Restaurant Pegasus is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,896 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Restaurant Moon, another well-loved restaurant in Tallinn. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,437 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, Sigmund Freud Bar. 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 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,158 bar goers.

Pudel 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 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,118 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Restaurant Munga Kelder, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,093 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 7 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!