Experience in Tartu, Estonia by Berta

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What is it like to live in Tartu? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Tartu is pretty small. Its diameter is about 15 km and it is a town of students. Very calm and consists of very different people. Perfect place to get education and meet different people but still be in a very cozy town.

What is the student lifestyle like in Tartu?

It is very easy to find accommodation, prices are normal. Usually students all meet and party in the centre of town on the weekends. In the summer months, students spend time in the town centre almost every day. They chat, play table tennis, etc.

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How much does it cost to live in Tartu?

A room in some apartment usually costs from 150-250 euros. Grocery's price are average.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Tartu? Is there any advice you can give?

It is very easy. The most common sites are City24 and KV.

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What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

I think it is a little bit different to what's eaten in other European countries, but you mostly get everything in the supermarket you are used to.

What places would you recommend visiting in Tartu?

The places I recommend going to are the following: AHHAA center, Tartu Art Museum, Tartu Art House Union, Tartu Jazz Club, Genialistide Klubi...

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Is it good to eat out in Tartu? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

I think it is good to eat outside. I usually don't but i've noticed that lots of students do. Places to eat: Genialistide klubi, Suudlevad Tudengid, Taverna, cafe Anna Edasi..

Is the nightlife good in Tartu? Where is good to go?

Nightlife is good. People in Tartu usually all go to Rüütli street. There's most of the pubs and the most populas are: Kivi, Möku, Pirogov, Trepp, Keller, and Genialistide klubi (these are all in Rüütli street and are very close to each other). I also recommend going to Naiiv, club Atlantis, Club Tallinn, and Club Illusion.

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What advice would you give future students heading to Tartu?

First thing to do: Go to Rüütli street in weekend to party. You'll make new friends and and obtain every piece of information you need.