'In a Taxi' by @sketchingpaas — from 'How to Tartu'

In a Taxi

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Artwork 'The Bridges of Tartu' - a map of river Emajõgi and its bridges in the city of Tartu

'In a Taxi'

So you gave up having a personal car in Tartu. Indeed, you can reach most places in 20 minutes on foot or by bus.

However, sometimes you might be in a hurry. Or tipsy and tired. Or you might need to take a newborn to the perearst on a cold winter’s day.

Then you need a ride.

Written and illustrated by @sketchingpaas in 2025.

Tips for Explorers

Get an app...

to get a taxi/ride-hailing car. It is just the easiest way to get around.

The major Estonian apps – Bolt and Forus – should work like a charm in Tartu.

In apps, you can choose between different vehicle categories, plan your ride with a number of stops if needed, get estimations for fare and drive time, a digital receipt, etc.

Or find a…

a taxi from one of the designated taxi stops.

In Tartu city centre, there’s one between Raekoja plats and the river, another one between Kaubamaja and the main building of the Vanemuine theatre, etc.

There’s a taxi stop across the road from the bus station and one in front of the railway station.

…and check…

the taxi fares on the window of the right rear door or on the taxi’s dashboard before you start your ride.

Taxi rates are not limited by law in Estonia; therefore, make sure that the rate is acceptable to you. Also, ask the driver whether you can pay by card.

At the end of the ride, the taxi driver is legally obliged to give you a printed receipt. If the taxi driver does not provide a receipt, the passenger has the right to refuse to pay the fare.

 Please check the official websites of the sights, institutions, or service providers for the latest information. Be respectful of the surroundings, stay safe, and have a happy exploring.

Extras

1

First sketch.
The composition of this work came to me during a stay-at-home day with the baby, and I managed to doodle it down.

2

Somewhere in the middle.
My preferred outdoor office while creating "In a Taxi" was Zav on Raekoja plats.