Welcome to Pärnu!
The rich history of Pärnu and the joyful daily life of the town offer something for everyone! The town centre of Pärnu, lovely parks and resort area with its famous sandy beach and promenade invite you for long walks. There are sights to be seen that date back to the Middle Ages, the elegant early years of the resort, the long Soviet era, as well as the modern times with their fast-paced development.
Estonia’s summer capital Pärnu is first and foremost known for the warm and white sandy beach. In addition to the beautiful beach, however, the city also boasts large green parks and long avenues of trees, where it is nice to take a walk or a bicycle ride.
Warm and slowly deepening water makes Pärnu beach a suitable place for families with children. The biggest water park in Estonia is situated here and you can try your hand at handicraft in different workshops. Other attractions include sailboat and boat rides, exotic terrarium animals, awesome playgrounds, and much more. The skating rink in the centre of the city awaits you in the winter.
Pärnu is a resort city of old traditions and a wealth of experience – the first bathing house in Pärnu was opened in 1838, allowing people to enjoy warm sea baths in the summer and the joys of sauna in the winter. The resort owes its popularity to the great location, gentle beach, fresh air, and green parks, but also the hustle and bustle of the city, as well as the high-quality treatment and relaxation services. The spas allow you to pamper your mind and body any time of the year.
As a riverside and seaside town, Pärnu offers many ways to enjoy activities on water: boating in a real fishing boat, fun paddle boat rides, water skiing and banana boat rides. Sailing in the Bay of Pärnu provides a unique experience; the more adventurous ones can enjoy kayaking on the sea.
This app provides you with all the necessary information about Pärnu – the Summer Capital of Estonia.