World Cultures Museums in Estonia
Ethnological collections and museums about cultures from around the world.
Tartu County (9)
Jõgeva County (3)
Lääne County (2)
Harju County (1)
Pärnu County (1)
Saare County (1)
Valga County (1)
Viljandi County (1)
World Cultures Museums in Estonia: Overview & Tips
Our guide lists 19 world cultures and ethnology museums in Estonia, spread across 8 counties and 15 towns and cities. Most of them are in Tartu County (9), Jõgeva County (3), and Lääne County (2).
At the city level, Tartu (3), Kolkja (2), and Varnja (2) lead the way – ideal if you want to see several world cultures and ethnology museums in a single day.
Where prices are published, a regular adult ticket costs €7 at the median, and the middle half charge between €5 and €10.
3 museums are fully wheelchair accessible, 10 offer dedicated programs for families, and 4 have a café or restaurant. These figures come from our ongoing research – museums whose details we haven’t verified yet aren’t included in the counts.
Top 10 world cultures and ethnology museums in Estonia
The best-known world cultures and ethnology museums in Estonia
- Eesti Rahva MuuseumWorld cultures · Tartu
- Tartu MänguasjamuuseumSpecial · Tartu
- LaulupeomuuseumWorld cultures · Tartu
- Kalevipoja muuseumWorld cultures · Kääpa
- Ruhnu muuseumRegional · Ruhnu
- ERMi Heimtali muuseumRegional · Heimtali
- Kolkja vanausuliste muuseumWorld cultures · Kolkja
- Mulgi ElamuskeskusRegional · Ala
- Eesti Juudi MuuseumWorld cultures · Tallinn
- Kihnu MuuseumRegional · Linaküla
World cultures and ethnology museums in Estonia with programs for families
- Eesti Rahva MuuseumWorld cultures · Tartu
- Tartu MänguasjamuuseumSpecial · Tartu
- LaulupeomuuseumWorld cultures · Tartu
- Kalevipoja muuseumWorld cultures · Kääpa
- ERMi Heimtali muuseumRegional · Heimtali
- Mulgi ElamuskeskusRegional · Ala
- Peipsimaa muuseumWorld cultures · Tiheda
- Peipsimaa PärimuskeskusWorld cultures · Kolkja
- Varnja Elava Ajaloo MuuseumWorld cultures · Varnja
- Varnja SamovarimajaWorld cultures · Varnja
Wheelchair-accessible world cultures and ethnology museums in Estonia
By county
Cities with the most museums
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Frequently asked questions
How many world cultures and ethnology museums are there in Estonia?
Our directory currently lists 19 world cultures and ethnology museums in Estonia across 15 towns and cities.
What are the best-known world cultures and ethnology museums in Estonia?
Some of the best known are Eesti Rahva Muuseum, Tartu Mänguasjamuuseum, Laulupeomuuseum, Kalevipoja muuseum, and Ruhnu muuseum.
Which world cultures and ethnology museums in Estonia are open on Mondays?
Many museums are closed on Mondays, but according to their regular hours 1 is open, such as Eesti Juudi Muuseum.
Which world cultures and ethnology museums in Estonia are wheelchair accessible?
3 museums are fully wheelchair accessible, including Eesti Rahva Muuseum, Laulupeomuuseum, and Kolkja vanausuliste muuseum. Others are partially accessible – you’ll find the details on each museum’s page.
How much does it cost to visit world cultures and ethnology museums in Estonia?
A regular adult ticket costs €7 at the median, with prices ranging from €5 to €16. Children, students and families usually pay less.
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