Hearing the phrase "Wilde Tartus", tourists ask in bewilderment: how is this possible? Then they wonder how the statue of Oscar Wilde ended up in such a good location in the center of Tartu. It is indeed an exciting story. It is true that there is not the slightest sign that Oscar Wilde ever visited Tartu. But that's not the point. Oscar Wilde had no connection with Tartu during his lifetime, but now the name Wilde has a strong connection with the city. This connection started a few years ago when an energetic Irish entrepreneur (and current owner of Wilde Apartments) came up with the idea of ​​opening a restaurant called "Wilde Irish Pub". Why Wilde? It was a brilliant flash of thought. Estonians are rightly proud of Oscar Wilde's contemporary, the Estonian writer Eduard Vilde. The use of Wilde's name was a witty play on words so that Estonian visitors would also feel at home in the new, international meeting place with a special Irish touch. And besides, who wouldn't want to party in a "wild" pub? For various reasons, including the name, the pub became one of Tartu's favorite places. Wilde's time in Tartu began. The people quickly got used to the idea that Wilde and Tartu are related. It is interesting to note that this attachment in turn began to strengthen. Wilde in Tartu didn't just mean drinking a pint of beer in a pub. It began to celebrate the improvement of life and new hopes for the future, which led to the idea of ​​giving the connection between Oscar Wilde, Eduard Vilde and Tartu an artistic form of expression. The project quickly took shape and found strong support from Tartu City Government as well as local residents, both Estonians and foreigners living here. The names of all supporters can currently be found on the wall board next to the entrance to the Vilde venue. Because of that, so many exciting things have happened in Tartu, and stories about Wilde in Tartu could be told again and again. One cannot fail to note that the Wilde pub is still in its place (and Eduard Vilde's part in the story of the two Wildes is now more emphasized), the sculpture is also in its place (being one of the most photographed places in Tartu), and the Wilde Apartments community can rightly be proud of this story .

A visit to Tallinn is  a very rewarding  cultural experience. Wilde Guest Apartments or Vilde Külaliskorterid in the vernacular get their name from a cultural project iniated by the owner Liam Allen and brought to life by the famous Estonian sculptor Tiiu Kirsipuu . The "2  Wildes " sculpture which depicts the Estonian writer Eduard Vilde and the Irish writer Oscar Wilde engaged in an imaginary conversation on a park bench celebrates the rich cultural heritage  of both Estonia and Ireland. The sculpture which was unveiled outside the Wilde Irish Pub in Tartu on May 30th 1999 was supported by Estonian Cultural Capital, Liam Allen, Tartu Renaissance Club and many of the citizens of Tartu. A copy of the" 2 Wildes" sculpture was presented to the city of Galway in Ireland by the Estonian people in 2004 on the occasion of accession to The European Union. These sculptures are among  the most photographed  tourist attractions both in Galway Ireland and Tartu Estonia. Wilde Guest Apartments Tallinn and Wilde Guest Apartments Tartu are decorated with art sculpture and furniture items collected by the owner over many years. You will find a  miniature copy of the  "2 Wildes "sculpture in the living room of the Panoramic View Apartment in the Old Town of Tallinn. There is also a major monument to the Estonian writer Eduard Vilde in front of the apartments on Niguliste Street, in Tallinn. A stay at Wilde Guest Apartments Tallinn Old Town and Wilde Guest Apartments Tartu is an experience not to be missed. On the occasion of her State visit to Estonia,the President of Ireland Mary McAleese, her husband Martin,the President of Estonia Lennart Meri and his wife Helle & Liam Allen of Wilde Guest Apartments at the "2 Wildes" sculpture in the city of Tartu Estonia May 2001.

The Estonian History Museum invites all groups of friends or colleagues to take part in the unique celebration „Medieval Pleasures“ in the magnificent Great Guild Hall, where the most glamorous and lavish feasts in Tallinn took place during the 15th and 16th century. This package includes a convivial tour of the Estonian History Museum where the richest man in Medieval Tallinn, Mint Master Urban Dene, or his honourable wife, will guide you through the exhibition „Medieval Pleasures“. After the tour, all who wish may soothe their palate with genuine Medieval Pleasures’ beer, and there is the once-in-a-lifetime chance to take part in a genuine medieval dance. The celebration ends with a medieval feast at Olde Hansa restaurant, where all guests will have an opportunity to enjoy delicious food from the Middle Ages in an environment fit for a King. More information from Aime Tahvonen, aime.tahvonen@ajaloomuuseum.ee

The fairy-tale atmosphere of the Christmas market, which is held on the Town Hall Square in Tallinn, makes anything possible! At the heart of it all – apart from Santa and his reindeers, who are eternal favourites with the kids – is Estonia's most famous Christmas tree, surrounded by little huts selling their wares. Here you will find handicraft specialists and their work and seasonal Estonian food and drink.

WGAOT is proud to announce that we have been awarded "Superhost" status by Airbnb. The Superhost programme celebrates and supports responsive, active and highly rated hosts. It also ensures clients that they will receive a high quality of service and attention.