Erasmus Experience in Tallinn, Estonia by Maddalena

Why did you choose to go to Tallinn, Estonia?

Learning Russian. I love the city.

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How long is the scholarship? How much money do you receive to help you with living costs?

10 months. 370 euros per month.

What is the student lifestyle like in Tallinn?

Amazing. Party, good people and places, reasonable prices.

Would you recommend the city and the University of Tallinn to other students?

Yes for sure.

What is the food like?

Normal food, nothing special but good.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Tallinn?

Not really, I was lucky. I recommend to start looking for a flat 2-3 months before arrival.

How much does it cost to live in Tallinn?

500-600 euro per month, included the rental, food, extra and little journeys.

Is the language easy to get to grips with? Are there language courses available at the University?

Language courses are amazing. Estonian is really difficult, but everybody here can speak English.

What's the easiest or most economical way to travel to Tallinn from your city?

Airplane, Ryanair.

Where would you recommend to go on a night out in Tallinn?

• Studio
• Club Mynt
• Club Hollywood
• Labor
• Red Emperor.

And for eating? Can you recommend some good restaurants in Tallinn?

• Drakoon,
• Telliskivi,
• Manna La Roosa,
• Katusekovhik.

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

• Kadriorg
• Patarei Prison
• Sareema Island
• Pirita
• Old town.

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