University of Tartu Natural History Museum

The University of Tartu Natural History Museum is a natural science museum in central Tartu on Vanemuise Street. The permanent exhibition of Estonia's oldest museum introduces biodiversity, the history of the Earth, rocks, minerals and the world of animals and plants. Visitors can examine natural specimens and discover how different species and habitats are connected. The museum offers a chance to explore the natural sciences either independently or with a guide. The exhibitions suit visitors of all ages, and the museum also runs educational programmes. It is a separate destination from the University of Tartu Botanical Garden, which is located on Lai Street.