Know before you go
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Märjamaa (kivi-)loomaaed.
Local know-how to help you travel smarter and make the most of every moment.
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Opening times, essentials, and a few local tips gathered into one calmer, easier-to-scan planning section.
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Märjamaa (kivi-)loomaaed.
Local know-how to help you travel smarter and make the most of every moment.
Car
If you are traveling by car, start from the center of Viljandi. Head northwest on Pikk Street (Pikk tänav) and follow the signs for the Tartu highway (E263). Continue on E263 for about 30 kilometers until you reach the junction for Märjamaa. Take the exit towards Märjamaa (Road 15) and drive for approximately 15 kilometers. Once you arrive in Märjamaa, follow the signs to the Märjamaa (kivi-)loomaaed, which is located at the coordinates 58.904694, 24.427894.
Public Transportation
For those using public transportation, head to the Viljandi bus station. There are several daily bus services from Viljandi to Märjamaa. You can take a bus operated by either Lux Express or another regional service. The journey will take about 40-50 minutes. Once you arrive at the Märjamaa bus station, the Märjamaa (kivi-)loomaaed is approximately a 10-minute walk. Exit the bus station and head southwest on Tallinna Street (Tallinna tänav), then turn left onto Tartu Street (Tartu tänav). Continue walking straight until you reach the destination at the given coordinates.
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