Haapsalu

Haapsalu was chartered in 1279 and is well known for its historic and maritime ambience, warm sea water, curative mud baths and friendly residents. It's a wonderful little town with narrow streets for families and romantic couples who enjoy having picnics, walking, visiting spas and taking mud baths, sailing and swimming. Tourist Information Centre ( Haapsalu turismiinfokeskus ), Karja 15 [email protected] . M F 9 17:00, Sa 16:00 .

By Bus

Haapsalu has a regular bus connection to Tallinn and Kärdla , and few to Pärnu , among other cities. Bus schedules are easily available online read more under Estonia#Get around .

By Boat

Haapsalu veetakso provides a water taxi service between the port of Grand Holm in Haapsalu and the port of Österby.

Walking can be an option, but some destinations might be too far for walking.

• Haapsalu Bishop’s Castle and Cathedral

• Lossiplats tn 3 — + 372 4737065 [email protected] . F 14:00, Su 11 15:00 .

• The Haapsalu Bishop’s Castle and Cathedral, which was established in the 13th century as the centre of the Saare-Lääne Diocese, is one of the best preserved castles in Estonia. Visit the museum complex in the convent building where you will find exhibition halls with finds from the castle and mysterious vaulted cellars. You might encounter Estonia’s most famous ghost – the White Lady.

• Haapsalu Maria-Magdaleena Church

• EAÕK Haapsalu Maria-Magdaleena kogudus — ),

• Rüütli tn 2 — [email protected] .

• The Estonian Orthodox Maria Magdaleena Church is located in an idyllic area of Haapsalu – on the Promenade. The church was restored to its present state only a few years ago.

• Haapsalu Resort Hall

• Haapsalu promenaad — ),

• Promenaadi tn — .

• Haapsalu is a seaside resort and one of the main attractions is the beach. Famous mud baths can be taken in numerous facilities in Haapsalu.

• The town is also well known for its White Lady Days, Old Music Festival, Violin Festival and the August Blues Festival.

• Africa Beach and Promenade

• Promenaad ja Aafrika rand

• Promenaadi tn

• Walk on the sloping promenade and glance dreamily at the sea; check the time at the sundial and have a rest on the bench named for the world-famous composer Tchaikovsky. There is a children's playground on the Promenade and the town’s only observation tower.

• Swedish Market

• Karja tn 1

• Hesburger
• Jaama 32
• M–Su 09–22:00
• Finnish fast food chain.
• Peetri Pizza
• Tallinna mnt 1

• Koidu Homestay
• Männiku tee 28
• Very friendly owner
• Single from €17
• Endla Hostel
• Endla 5

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