KUMU Museum (Tallinn)

The Estonian Kunstimuuseum, to give it its full title, was an amazing 70 years in the making, delayed by both the Second World War and Soviet occupation. Finally built in 2006, it is the largest museum in the Baltic Region, covering seven floors of exhibition space, lecture halls, an education centre and auditorium. On short breaks in Tallinn, you can view a large collection of obscure Estonian fine art dating from the 18th century right up to the present day. It covers famous works from the Pallas School of Estonian art and a comprehensive collection of Soviet era paintings from both local and Russian painters.

It is an inspiring and enlightening place that everyone will find captivating. Most of the artwork is likely to be refreshingly new to western art lovers but is no less fascinating for it. On cheap city breaks in Tallinn, you will be able to take advantage of engaging guided tours in English covering all the major highlights and giving a fascinating introduction to Baltic art and crafts. There are usually special monthly events for school aged children, comprising of family fun days, creative art classes, pottery lessons, storytelling and lectures and makes the perfect choice for a rainy day. 

The KUMU Museum auditorium has a regular program of art lectures, film screenings and a variety of media and art events. It has even hosted dance and musicals, puppet theatre, fashion shows and science lectures, and it is worth keeping a look out for extra special events during weekends in Tallinn. While on a cheap city break, you can enjoy free admission for all during public holidays and even outside these times the KUMU Museum is great value at under €10 for the whole family. It also boasts a well-stocked museum gift shop and stylish outdoor restaurant.