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Estonia Travel Guide

Europe

Tallinn Capital
EUR Currency
Estonian Language
+372 Calling Code
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Entry Requirements

Visa Overview Schengen Visa Required For Certain Nationalities; Eu Citizens Do Not Require A Visa.
Passport Validity 3 Months
Digital Forms Electronic travel authorization
Cash Declaration Limit $10000 Usd
Alcohol/Tobacco Limits 1l Alcohol, 200 Cigarettes

Safety & Security

Safety Rating High
Travel Advisory No advice against travel
Pickpocketing Risk Low
Night Safety Safe
Common Scams
  • Pickpocketing in tourist areas

Health & Medical

Emergency Number 112
Response Speed Fast
English-Speaking Doctors Common
Pharmacy 24h Common
Upfront Payment Not Required

Getting Around

Public Transport Excellent
Ride-sharing Apps Bolt
Navigation Apps Google Maps
Night Transport Safety Safe

Money & Payments

Cash vs Card Card Widely Accepted
Mobile Payments Apple Pay,google Pay
ATM Availability High
Tipping Generally Expected, Around 10%
Estimated Daily Budget (USD)
Backpacker: $50 Tourist: $120 Family: $300

Culture & Etiquette

Dress Code Dress Smartly In Urban Areas.
Public Affection Accepted
Alcohol/Drug Policy Strict
Topics to Avoid
PoliticsHistory of soviet rule

Essential Phrases

Basics & Politeness
Hello
Tere
Teh-reh
Goodbye
Head aega
Heh-uhd ai-gah
Please
Palun
Pah-loon
Thank you
Aitäh
Ai-tah
Sorry
Vabandust
Vah-bahn-doost
Communication & Understanding
Do you speak English?
Kas te räägite inglise keelt?
Kahs teh rah-ee-gee-teh een-glee-seh kehlt?
I don’t understand
Ma ei saa aru
Mah ay zah ah-roo
Can you speak slowly, please?
Kas te saaksite rääkida aeglaselt, palun?
Kahs teh sahk-see-teh rah-ee-kee-dah eye-glah-sehlt, pah-loon?
Can you help me, please?
Kas te saaksite mind aidata, palun?
Kahs teh sahk-see-teh meend eye-dah-tah, pah-loon?
What does this mean?
Mida see tähendab?
Mee-dah seh tan-dahb?

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Top Attractions

District

Tallinn Old Town

A UNESCO World Heritage site known for its medieval architecture.

~3 h Free entry
Landmark

Tartu University

One of the oldest universities in Northern Europe.

~2 h Free entry
City guide Tartu
Landmark

Narva Castle

A historic castle offering views of the Narva River.

~1.5 h ~US$10
City guide Narva
Nature

Pärnu Beach

Popular beach known for its sandy shores and family-friendly atmosphere.

~3 h Free entry
City guide Pärnu

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