EESTI KUNSTIMUUSEUM

The museum of Estonia or popularly known as The Eesti Kunstimuuseum is a cultural treasure of Tallinn and was established in the year 1919. It is Estonia’s premier art institution that displays a wide range of Estonian art from medieval times to the present day. It flaunts a comprehensive collection that includes important works by world-famous artists like Johann Koler, Ants Laikmaa, and Konrad Magi.

The museum is known for its main building, the Kumu Art Museum, an architectural masterpiece that blends modern and traditional styles, and is also recognized as one of Northern Europe's largest art spaces. The museum not only displays permanent collections but also hosts temporary exhibitions, educational programs, and workshops, making it a wonderful cultural hub.The museum plays a crucial role in preserving Estonia's artistic heritage and imparting a deeper understanding of its artistic evolution through engaging exhibitions and events.

Highlights

• Visit Kumu Art Museum, renowned as one of the largest art spaces in Northern Europe.
• Discover Estonia's national art collection, showcasing works from medieval to contemporary periods.
• Witness works by renowned artists like Johann Koler, Ants Laikmaa and Konrad Magi and enjoy the rollercoaster ride of various eras.
• Explore various museums including Kumu Art Museum, Kadriorg Art Museum, Mikkel Museum, Niguliste Museum and Adamson-Eric Museum.
• Explore temporary workshops and exhibitions to get a deeper understanding of the history and art of the place.

How To Reach

Bus: Hop on a bus from Gonsiori to Eesti Kunstimuuseum. The bus journey takes 10 minutes and buses are available after every 10 minutes for this route.

Car: You can rent a car or cab from Tallinn port to the museum. The distance between the two is 3.5 kms and can be reached in 5 minutes. 

By foot: You can walk to the museum from the port and it takes about 30 minutes to reach by foot.

Best Time To Visit

The art museum is open throughout the year except the national holidays.

Best day of the week: Try to avoid weekends as it also attracts the local tourists. Try to go on weekdays for a more relaxed experience.

Best time of the day: Try to wake up early and go as early as possible because later it will be full of people and noisy.

Other Essential Information

1. Purchase tickets in advance to avoid the long queues and to get entry at the peak time
2. To experience exhibitions, check the websites in advance
3. It will include long walk, so try to keep your footwear as comfortable as possible
4. Hire a guide to make the experience more wholesome and to know the detailed history.
5. Always respect the museum's policy. Certain museums do not allow photography in some areas. Adhere to those rules strictly.
6. Do not touch the art pieces, otherwise they can charge you huge fines.
7. Try local and authentic food in small restaurants and cafes.
8. Carry your own water bottle to avoid long restaurant queues