Estonia Traveler Essentials
- Capital
- Tallinn
- Currency
- Euro (EUR €)
- Best time to visit
- June to August brings warm days and long 'white nights,' while December offers atmospheric Christmas markets despite the cold and short days.
Visa requirements
An EU and Schengen member, Estonia allows visa-free entry for many nationalities including US, UK, Canadian and Australian visitors for up to 90 days within 180 days.
Getting around
Intercity buses are efficient and cheap, Tallinn has trams and buses (free for residents), and ferries connect the mainland to popular islands like Saaremaa.
Safety
Estonia is very safe with low crime and excellent infrastructure. Standard precautions against pickpocketing apply in Tallinn's tourist areas, and roads can be icy in winter.
Tipping customs
Tipping is not obligatory but rounding up or leaving around 10% for good restaurant service is appreciated.
Travel tips
Estonia is famously cashless, so cards and contactless payments work nearly everywhere. Free public Wi-Fi is widespread and digital services are excellent. Buses are the main intercity option and very reliable, often cheaper than the limited trains.