New places on the islands 2026

Every year, dozens of new places surprise both locals and visitors of the islands. To make discovering them easier, we’ve gathered them all neatly in one place.

The islands are always a good idea. Whether you’ve found your way here for the first time or the hundredth, whether you’ve lived here all your life or have only recently started to feel like a local. And it’s the lifelong islanders and the hundred-time visitors who are especially happy when the islands surprise them with something new. Luckily, we’ve got plenty of news to share.

New adventures and attractions

Köusikodu workshops

Köusikodu workshops offer a pleasant and creative experience where, in just a few hours, you can make something truly personal - an unique perfume, a home fragrance or a decorative tray. The workshops are well suited for smaller groups, such as friends, team events or celebrations.

Black grouse hide

Black grouse photography can be done from a weatherproof plastic hide for two people, featuring several photography openings. The best time to capture the black grouse lek is from late March to mid-April, when the birds are most active.

Jet ski and boat rent in Nasva

A jet ski and boat rental service operates in Nasva, offering a chance to enjoy Saaremaa’s sea and coastline from a completely different perspective. It is a great choice if you want to take a short sea trip, head out on the water with friends or family, or simply experience summer on Saaremaa in a more active way.

Sea trout fishing on Saaremaa

Sea trout fishing on Saaremaa is a particularly enjoyable way to discover the island. The best fishing spots on Saaremaa are about an hour’s drive from one another, the coastline is varied, and the proximity of deep waters increases the chances of encountering larger-than-average fish.

Loona Manor´s Restaurant

Loona Manor’s restaurant offers a refined gourmet experience in a historic manor setting, with a focus on carefully selected seasonal ingredients and thoughtfully balanced flavours. It’s a place where a slower pace, elegant dishes, and the island’s calm come together to create a cohesive and memorable experience.

spritzeria Bella Vita

This summer, you can experience a little piece of Italy at Kuressaare’s Titerand beach. It is a lovely summer café where beach vibes, Italian flavours and a light, summery atmosphere come together. Bella Vita’s menu features Roman-style pinsas and, of course, spritzes - just the kind of flavours that go perfectly with a sunny day and a seaside stop.

Due Baffi

A little piece of Italy awaits everyone right in the heart of Kuressaare. Due Baffi brings an authentic Italian atmosphere and Neapolitan-style pizzas to the island, made with love, simple flavours and quality ingredients. It is the kind of place to step into when you are craving something wonderfully Italian – a pizza with a crispy crust, a cosy atmosphere and a small taste escape in the middle of Kuressaare.

Muratsi Resto & Cafe

Muratsi Resto & Cafe welcomes visitors at Muratsi Harbour. It is a lovely seaside stop where you can enjoy good food, the peaceful harbour atmosphere and a true island feel. Its harbour-side location adds a special charm to everything – the sea is close, the air is fresh and the mood is wonderfully summery.

Salme Ice-Cream Stop

If your summer island tour takes you to Salme, it is worth making a sweet stop at Salme Ice-cream stop. It is a lovely place to grab an ice cream and take a moment to relax. Salme Ice-cream stop is a great place whether you are travelling with family, taking a break during a bike ride, or simply enjoying a sunny day when you feel like treating yourself to something good.

AperiVino

Located at Kuressaare Market, AperiVino is an Italian bar inspired by a love for the Italian way of life, flavours and traditions. After living in Italy for many years, the family behind AperiVino wanted to bring a little piece of that easy-going atmosphere to Saaremaa. This is how a place was born where the wine list is made up of favourite wines from all over Italy, the cocktail selection features classics found in bars from north to south, and the snacks are prepared in an authentic Italian style.

Uus Koht

In Orissaare, Uus Koht is waiting to be discovered – a fresh new spot that gives you yet another reason to include the eastern part of Saaremaa in your island tour. Uus Koht offers flavours from several different directions, with sushi, kebab and burgers on the menu. It is a pleasant stop for those who want something good and quick to eat on the road, or simply a tasty bite while in Orissaare.

House of Renegades

A distinctive roastery and tea and coffee tasting room, House of Renegades, has opened in the premises of Meri Spa Hotel. It is a place for those who love good flavours and fascinating stories. The roastery offers a chance to discover the world of coffee and tea, take time for tasting, and enjoy an atmosphere where every cup and every product has its own story.

Tui mini Asia Restaurant

Tui mini Asia restaurant is located in Kuressaare and it brings heartfelt Asian street food and a great vibe to the town. The menu features bold, authentic flavours created by the same family who have delighted guests for years at Tui Home Restaurant in Sõrve.

Ahvileib Bakery

Ahvileib: Artisan Breads and Pastries has opened its doors in the centre of Kuressaare. The café offers a wide selection of handcrafted pastries and baked goods. Its creator, Kristiina - known for her cakes - previously worked under the name My Sweet Dream.

Võlupe Pizza

Crispy Northern Italian pizza has made its way from the Alps to Saaremaa. Võlupe Pizza offers wood-fired pizzas where simple flavours, quality ingredients and just the right heat come together to create an authentic and satisfying taste experience. It is a place for those who love a thin and crispy pizza base, the warm aroma of the oven and a touch of Italian mountain spirit in the middle of Saaremaa.

Batuudimaa

Batuudimaa is a spacious and fun party venue filled with trampolines for children in Kuressaare, at the Auriga Centre. You can celebrate birthdays there or simply drop in to jump around and burn off some energy. Batuudimaa is a great fit for both younger and older kids.

Bicycle rent in Kuressaares

Discover Kuressaare conveniently by bicycle. Kuressaare Stays offers the chance to rent a stylish bike and explore at your own pace between the town centre, Castle Park, the sea and the promenade. Seeing Kuressaare by bike gives you a whole new perspective on the town – and you can stop wherever you feel like it along the way.

Lepikumäe Holiday Home

Lepikumäe Holiday Home is a spacious and private holiday house on Saaremaa, in the peaceful village of Reina. It’s an ideal choice for a larger family or a group of friends. The entire house is rented to one party at a time, offering full privacy and homely comfort.

Loona Manor

In the heart of Vilsandi National Park lies a special place - Loona Manor. This historic manor house is not just somewhere to spend the night, but an experience in itself. Here, Saaremaa’s history meets the national park’s unique nature. During the day you can explore hiking trails, coastal meadows, and islets, and in the evening you can enjoy the manor’s calm atmosphere.

Pidaja Holiday Home on Vilsandi

Pidaja Holiday Home on the island of Vilsandi is a quiet and peaceful place to stay. Surrounded by open nature, it offers easy access to Vilsandi’s hiking trails, coastal meadows, seabirds, and the iconic Vilsandi lighthouse.

Järvemetsa Stay

Järvemetsa Stay offers peaceful, nature-based accommodation for those looking for quiet, privacy, and time to themselves. Surrounded by calm, it’s an ideal stop for a slow getaway where nature and comfort go hand in hand.

Kardemon

Kardemon Café has been offering a cosy coffee-and-cake break in the centre of Kuressaare for a few years now. This spring, the café is opening its doors in a new location, at the Saare KEK building. Along with the move, the menu is expanding too, with smoothies and porridge joining the selection.

Peatus

On Kauba Street, Peatus welcomes children and families – a playful traffic town where you can slow down and learn something new at the same time. This small town has been created especially for children. Young road users can drive electric cars and ride-on cars, move along safe streets, and learn about traffic signs, traffic lights and right-of-way rules.

Pihtla Taproom

Pihtla Taproom invites you to discover its flavours in a new way. Alo, the brewmaster of Estonia’s oldest microbrewery, welcomes guests on a tasting tour that begins conveniently with a bus ride from Kuressaare and takes you straight to the heart of Pihtla Brewery. During the brewery tour, you can learn about the history of Pihtla Brewery, the beer-making process and the world of local craft beer.

Bottengarn Harbour Restaurant

Bottengarn Harbour Restaurant, recognised in the White Guide, is taking its next step towards top-level cuisine by opening an exclusive fine dining restaurant in Koguva. The head chef and their team present Muhu’s pure local ingredients on the plate in a refined and surprising way.

Viidumäe Outdoor Exhibition

The outdoor exhibition at Viidumäe Nature Reserve has been given a new look and now offers an even better introduction to the natural values of Saaremaa’s oldest and highest areas. The exhibition presents the area’s formation story, biodiversity, and cultural heritage, and serves as an excellent starting point for Viidumäe’s nature trails.

Velly - Classic Dutch Fries & Burger

Velly, who offered flavourful street-food treats from a food truck at the Kuressaare market last year, has now moved to Kauba Street. The familiar flavours have found a permanent home where you can enjoy them even more comfortably, the same great vibe, a new location, and more space for a relaxed stop in town.

Arensburg Spa

Arensburg Boutique Hotel & Spa has refreshed its spa complex, offering an even cosier and more enjoyable relaxation experience. In the renewed spa, a calm atmosphere meets modern comfort and timeless elegance - an ideal place to slow down and enjoy spa culture in a new look.

Johan Spa

Johan Spa Hotel has completely renovated its spa complex. The refreshed saunas and pool area now offer an even more enjoyable relaxation experience. A new look, improved functionality, and a cosier atmosphere create the perfect place to slow down and unwind.

If you haven’t been our way in a while, be sure to take a look at last year’s new places too.

Last modified: 14.07.2026