The fourth edition of The MICHELIN Guide Estonia features 43 recommended restaurants, with nine new additions to the selection. Tallinn's 180° by Matthias Diether retains its prestigious Two Michelin Stars, while NOA Chef's Hall maintains its One Star status. The guide welcomes UMA in Tallinn as a new Bib Gourmand recipient, joining six existing establishments offering exceptional value dining.

Three restaurants now hold the coveted Michelin Green Star for sustainable gastronomy, including newcomer Hiis in Manniva, where chef Daanius Aas creates 15-course menus using circular economy principles. Eight restaurants joined the main selection, spanning from Japanese omakase at Koyo to Italian cuisine at Osteria il Cru. The guide also honored four special award winners, including Mark Keerd of HOOV for Young Chef of the Year. Click here to learn more

🚧 Roads

Traffic modeling has confirmed that a roundabout is the optimal solution for Tallinn's problematic Kristiine (Taksopargi) intersection. The city plans to transform the currently chaotic junction with three major changes: consolidating public transport stops in front of Kristiine Center, converting the intersection to a roundabout, and moving buses and trolleys to center-street lanes instead of roadside positions. The design will accommodate future tram connections from the Liivalaia line, expected to reach Kristiine by 2029. Click here to learn more

⛪️ Old Town

Tallinn aims to reduce the number of tourist apartments in its UNESCO World Heritage Old Town while preserving the area as an attractive destination for both international and domestic visitors. Following the example of cities like Barcelona and Amsterdam, the city has adopted a new development plan targeting the proliferation of short-term rental properties in the historic district. Click here to learn more

✈️ Flight

airBaltic has launched a new direct flight service between Tallinn and Reykjavik, operating twice weekly through the end of August. The route offers flights departing Tallinn on Wednesdays and Saturdays, with return flights from Iceland on Thursdays and Sundays, featuring a flight time of approximately three and a half hours. Click here to learn more

💰 Car Tax

The Estonian government has approved a €100 car tax discount per minor child under 19 years old for families, effective later this year. Prime Minister Kristen Michal announced that families where both parents own cars will receive €50 discount per child for each vehicle, while single-car families get the full €100 reduction per child. The cabinet also agreed to reduce taxes on buses and minibuses (categories M and N vehicles), benefiting disability transport services, local governments, and sports schools. Click here to learn more

🎶 Culture

The Estonian Academy of Music and Theater has published the first volume of an ambitious academic work, "History of Estonian Music," providing the first modern comprehensive account of Estonia's musical heritage. This richly illustrated volume covers musical life from the 13th century through Estonian independence in 1918, offering a fresh perspective that examines all cultural influences within present-day Estonia's borders. Click here to learn more

🎪 Festival

The island of Hiiumaa will debut its new Viscosa Suvesumin festival on Saturday, June 21, at the atmospheric Viscosa Culture Factory in Kõrgessaare. This inaugural all-ages event aims to officially kick off the summer season with a full day of cultural programming including theater, music, visual arts, movement, and family activities within the unique setting of a former industrial complex. Click here to learn more

☀️ Jaanipäev

Estonia's most beloved holiday, Jaanipäev (St. John's Day), takes place on June 24th with celebrations beginning on Midsummer's Eve. This magical festival combines ancient traditions with modern festivities, centered around the lighting of massive bonfires (jaanituli) believed to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck through the tradition of jumping over flames.

We collected the best upcoming events for this special day in one single blog post that you can find here!

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