Tartu travel guide
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You're Going to Love Tartu
With a population of 101,092, Tartu is the largest city in Tartumaa, Estonia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Tartu to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Tartu
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Tartu in July, when the average temperature is 17 °C, and the highest can go up to 21 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is February, when it can get as cold as -8 °C, with an average temperature of -6 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 84 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Tartu, with an average rainfall of 26 mm.
How to Get to Tartu
Plane
When flying to Tartu, you’ll arrive at Tartu (TAY), which is located 5 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Tartu from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 4h 30m.
Car
Another option to get to Tartu is to pick up a car hire from Tallinn, which is about 101 miles from Tartu. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Sixt, among others, in Tallinn.
Bus
Tartu’s bus station is located 0.2 miles from the city centre.
Airlines serving Tartu
Where to stay in Tartu
Average rates range from around £53 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £51 and up for a 5-star experience.