City in Estonia
“A place where the past is not just remembered, but woven into everyday life.”
Pärnu is a city in southwest Estonia. Pärnu is located 128 kilometres (80 mi) south of the Estonian capital, Tallinn, and 176 kilometres (109 mi) west of Estonia's second-largest city, Tartu. The city sits off the coast of Pärnu Bay, an inlet of the Gulf of Riga, which is a part of the Baltic Sea. In the city, the Pärnu River drains into the Gulf of Riga.
What it’s like to be here — and what to go and see.
Mild weather and blooming scenery set the stage for relaxed exploration.
Long, sunny days give you extra hours to explore and soak it all in.
Mellow light and mild weather are perfect for slow, scenic strolls.
Crisp, quiet days offer a peaceful way to take in the sights.
A rough, general read — not a precise guide.
The main sights sit close together, easy to reach on foot.
Getting around by buses is possible, but coverage can be thin outside the centre.
Pick a category to see what’s there.
