Estonia, like its Baltic neighbors, is generally colder year-round, with frigid winters. Summer has the best weather but is also peak tourist season. May and September are the best months to visit for mild temperatures and fewer crowds. 

April – May: Springtime is still on the rainier and colder side, but it’s a great time to visit for beautiful blooming flowers without the frigid cold of winter. 

June – September: Summer is peak travel season in Estonia, with the best weather in July and August: around 70s and 80s Fahrenheit. This is also the most expensive and crowded time to visit, however, so keep that in mind. You can get away with visiting in September but note that temperatures start to cool rapidly. 

What do Estonians even eat? I asked myself (and my tour guide) the same question. If your guess is “hearty food,” you wouldn’t be wrong. After all, Estonia is a country that’s cold most of the year, so the cuisine is meant to keep you warm and full. 

Must leib, or rye bread is pretty much served with every meal and is arguably one of Estonia’s national dishes, much to this carb-lover’s delight. Other typical Estonian dishes include kiluvõileib (a sprats sandwich), mulgipuder (a potato and barley dish) and vastlakukkel, a delicious pastry made with whipped cream. 

If you’d like to get a true taste of the food scene in Estonia, be sure to check out one of many amazing food tours here!