Kuressaare Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

About Kuressaare

The earliest records of Kuressaare is a document written in 1381 that mentions that the town housed the fortified residency of a local Catholic bishop and that it was the main center for the islands of western Estonia. Kuressaare used to be known as Arensburg, and it received city status in 1563. The town has a population of around 13,000 (2018).

Top Attractions in Kuressaare

Explore the best things to see and do in Kuressaare:

• ★Grand Rose Spa
• ★Saaremaa Museum / Castle
• ★Spa Hotel Rüütli

Where to Eat in Kuressaare

Must-try local food and restaurants:

• 🍴Cafe Kessu
• 🍴Hesburger
• 🍴Kuressaare Kuursaal
• 🍴Restaurant La Perla

Where to Stay in Kuressaare

• 🏨Arensburg Boutique Hotel & Spa
• 🏨Georg Ots Spa
• 🏨Grand Rose Spa
• 🏨Guesthouse Laurits
• 🏨Johan Spa
• 🏨Linnahotell

Kuressaare Travel Guide Sections

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