Cheap 9-Day Estonia Road Trip from Tallinn traveling south to Tartu, Viljandi, and Pärnu

Your exciting road trip through Estonia starts when you reach the incredible city of Tallinn, where you'll stay for 5 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 Patkuli Viewing Platform. This attraction is a landmark that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,225 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Kohtuotsa viewing platform. This popular place of interest is a stunning observation deck that boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,203 visitors.

To make your trip to Tallinn more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 6,569 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is often mentioned in Estonia road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Town Hall Square is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This square and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 6,452 reviews.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing Tallinn Town Hall. More than 8,262 visitors have rated this rathaus and tourist destination an average of 4.7 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!

Day 3 means another chance to make the best memories in this cheap holiday destination in Estonia, Tallinn. So buckle up and prepare to be blown away by the city of Tallinn!

One of the best destinations you can travel to today is the stunning Kumu. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in over 4,909 reviews, it’s clear that this remarkable art museum is truly worth a spot in your road trip plans.

You can also spend some time at the spectacular Kadriorg Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,630 travelers.

Another place you’ll also want to make time for today is the incredible Kadriorg Art Museum. This popular museum in Tallinn has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,281 travelers.

You also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Japanese Garden. This park and travel hotspot is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,434 visitors.

Excited to see another tourist destination in Tallinn? Then make your way to the outstanding monument, Russalka Memorial. This local attraction enjoys an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,792 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned locations, today is the perfect opportunity to join a popular activity in Tallinn. Plenty of budget-friendly tours in Tallinn offer enriching experiences that will make your cheap holiday in Estonia worth remembering for a lifetime.

When it’s time to eat, treat yourself to a lovely meal without paying more than necessary. Tallinn has restaurants and bars for all budgets, perfect for cheap holiday goers!

One of the best restaurants worth visiting in Tallinn is Cafe Maiasmokk. This restaurant offers good food at reasonable prices and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,682 customers.

Restaurant Pegasus is an excellent alternative with an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,896 reviews. Restaurant Pegasus is known for its delicious meals that will surely satisfy your hunger.

Another of the best places to eat in Tallinn is Restaurant Moon. This restaurant has an impressive average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,437 customers because of their good food, service, and ambiance.

It’s natural to feel curious about what happens around Tallinn as the night unfolds. To see what the nightlife looks like in Tallinn, consider an after-dinner drink at one of the best bars in the area.

We recommend you visit Sigmund Freud Bar, an excellent place to enjoy a couple of drinks. This bar is one of locals’ favorite hangout spots and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,158 customers.

Pudel serves various snacks and drinks at affordable prices, making it another great bar option for budget travelers in Tallinn. Customers have rated Pudel an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,118 reviews.

You could also relax and have drinks at Restaurant Munga Kelder. This bar is popular in Tallinn for its great selection of drinks and unique atmosphere. Proof of this claim is clear in its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,093 bar goers.

A road trip vacation in Tallinn can’t get any better than this! Toast to another amazing day in this cheap holiday destination in Estonia!

Day 4 means another chance to make the best memories in this cheap holiday destination in Estonia, Tallinn. So buckle up and prepare to be blown away by the city of Tallinn!

One of the best destinations you can travel to today is the stunning Tallinn Botanic Garden. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in over 3,303 reviews, it’s clear that this remarkable botanical garden is truly worth a spot in your road trip plans.

You can also spend some time at the spectacular Seaplane Harbour. This attraction is a port that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,158 travelers.

Another place you’ll also want to make time for today is the incredible Estonian Open Air Museum. This popular museum in Tallinn has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,443 travelers.

You also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Tallinn Zoo. This zoo and travel hotspot is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,393 visitors.

Excited to see another tourist destination in Tallinn?

Beyond the above-mentioned locations, today is the perfect opportunity to join a popular activity in Tallinn. Plenty of budget-friendly tours in Tallinn offer enriching experiences that will make your cheap holiday in Estonia worth remembering for a lifetime.

When it’s time to eat, treat yourself to a lovely meal without paying more than necessary. Tallinn has restaurants and bars for all budgets, perfect for cheap holiday goers!

One of the best restaurants worth visiting in Tallinn is Lee Restoran. This restaurant offers good food at reasonable prices and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,278 customers.

Farm is an excellent alternative with an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,159 reviews. Farm is known for its delicious meals that will surely satisfy your hunger.

Another of the best places to eat in Tallinn is Soo Uulits Tänavagurmee. This restaurant has an impressive average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,114 customers because of their good food, service, and ambiance.

It’s natural to feel curious about what happens around Tallinn as the night unfolds. To see what the nightlife looks like in Tallinn, consider an after-dinner drink at one of the best bars in the area.

We recommend you visit Bar Sveta, an excellent place to enjoy a couple of drinks. This bar is one of locals’ favorite hangout spots and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 976 customers.

Depeche Mode Baar serves various snacks and drinks at affordable prices, making it another great bar option for budget travelers in Tallinn. Customers have rated Depeche Mode Baar an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 863 reviews.

You could also relax and have drinks at Suveterrass. This bar is popular in Tallinn for its great selection of drinks and unique atmosphere. Proof of this claim is clear in its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 776 bar goers.

A road trip vacation in Tallinn can’t get any better than this! Toast to another amazing day in this cheap holiday destination in Estonia!

Day 5 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 Rakvere 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 Rakvere, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Rakvere Castle. The fantastic Rakvere Castle is a popular castle and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,101 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Rakvere, 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 6 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 Viljandi, 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 Town Hall Square. This travel destination is a square that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,865 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Ruins of Tartu Cathedral. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 666 travelers, a visit to this well-known top-tier point of interest 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.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Viljandi. Viljandi 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 Viljandi that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Viljandi is Amrita Cafe. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 863 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Viljandi, Rohelise Maja pood ja kohvik is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 714 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Fellin. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Viljandi enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 929 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Viljandi’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Estonia.

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

On day 7 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 Pärnu 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 Pärnu is the amazing Pärnu Beach. This travel destination is a beach that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,376 visitors.

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

Buckle up because day 8 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 Pärnu is the magnificent Valli Park. Around 1,544 visitors have rated this excellent park and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Beach Park on this leg of your self-drive tour in Estonia. This attraction is a well-known park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 8,146 travelers.

The remarkable Pärnu Coastal Meadow Hiking Trail is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in Estonia. This attraction, an amazing educational trail, is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,792 travelers.

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

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Haapsalu Castle. This popular site is a valued castle in Haapsalu and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,798 visitors.

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.

Tallinn 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 Tallinn offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Estonia.

Peet Ruut is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 952 diners.

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 Tallinn’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Drink Bar & Grill is an excellent example of a great bar in Tallinn offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 606 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at NoKu, another of locals’ go-to bars in Tallinn. NoKu is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 501 customers having rated it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Barbar is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Tallinn. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from more than 397 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!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Estonia as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 9 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.

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!