The most impressive castles in Estonia
Once home to foreign regents and landowners, castles in Estonia now house museums, luxury hotels, or event venues. These are the best ones to visit.
Castles in Estonia were once home to Danish, Swedish, German, and Russian regents and landowners.
These countries have influenced Estonian culture over the centuries, in ways both large and small. For example, some Baltic German foods, like sauerkraut, have become a traditional Estonian food, and German words have been adopted into the Estonian language.
Some of the castles in Estonia were fortified structures, while others were manor homes built to resemble castles. Apart from Toompea Castle, which is now home to the Estonian parliament, most castles are now museums, luxury hotels, or rental spaces. If you long for a taste of royal life, check out the list below for the castles in Estonia worth visiting!
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Fotograaf: Erik Peinar, Riigikogu fotoarhiivCastles with family-friendly, interactive museums
Estonian history comes alive at many castle museums. For example, in Paide, at the Wittenstein Time Center, each floor of the tower covers a different era of Estonian history. In Rakvere, kids can try archery or watch an alchemist at work. Several, like Alatskivi Castle, also offer workshops for visitors interested in DIY.
You'll find some of these castles are included on the Museum Card, which also gives you access to over a hundred other museums all around Estonia.
Castle museums included on the Museum Card
Save money by using a Museum Card to visit multiple castles in Estonia!
More castle museums around Estonia
These castles also have interesting museums with interactive exhibits for all ages.
Spend the night in a historic castle
Both of these options offer luxurious suites, perfect for a romantic getaway.
Rent a castle in Estonia for your next event
Many of the manor homes that were built to look like castles have been given new life as event spaces or even house schools.
The beautiful grounds and unique architecture of these castles provide the perfect backdrop for photo shoots, whether it's of you in your wedding dress or a team picture with your colleagues. Either way, the setting is sure to impress your in-laws or your clients!
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Last updated
16.09.2025