WE ARE OPEN
Wed-Sun 10.00-18.00
Admission to the museum ends 30 minutes before closing
The Red Tower is Pärnu’s oldest surviving structure and has a fascinating history. Built in the early 15th century, the corner tower of the city wall was both a fortification and a prison. The outer and inner walls of the stone tower were covered with red bricks, thereby inspiring the tower’s name.
Since November 2020, the tower houses a museum. In this fascinating building you can now get acquainted with the architecture and story of this ancient tower and the medieval town of New-Pärnu.
In the Red Tower’s panoramic cinema you can watch the animated film Merciless and Merciful History. In the Red Tower through 15,000 years, which introduces Pärnu’s history. You will see how the surroundings of the city have changed and developed since the last Ice Age, and find yourselves experiencing a series of symbolic and exciting historical events.
Since November 2020, the tower houses a museum. In this fascinating building you can now get acquainted with the architecture and story of this ancient tower and the medieval town of New-Pärnu.
In the Red Tower’s panoramic cinema you can watch the animated film Merciless and Merciful History. In the Red Tower through 15,000 years, which introduces Pärnu’s history. You will see how the surroundings of the city have changed and developed since the last Ice Age, and find yourselves experiencing a series of symbolic and exciting historical events.
MUSEUM TICKETS
Adults
8 €
Pupils, ISIC, ITIC and IYTC card holders, pensioners
Upon presentation of a document proving the discount
6 €
Family
Up to 2 adults with minor children from the same family
17 €
Adult ticket with donation*
*With the purchase of a donation ticket, you will contribute to the collection, preservation and communication of Pärnu's heritage.
16 €
Children under 8
Also ICOM card holders upon presentation of a document
Also IFJ press card holders (other journalists by prior arrangement)
Free admission*
*Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
*Free admission does not extend to special events or group bookings.
The ticket includes a panoramic cinema session and, if desired, a short introduction to the Red Tower by a museum employee.
Since only a limited number of visitors can be in the small Red Tower at the same time, we recommend buying Red Tower tickets in advance.
8 €
Pupils, ISIC, ITIC and IYTC card holders, pensioners
Upon presentation of a document proving the discount
6 €
Family
Up to 2 adults with minor children from the same family
17 €
Adult ticket with donation*
*With the purchase of a donation ticket, you will contribute to the collection, preservation and communication of Pärnu's heritage.
16 €
Children under 8
Also ICOM card holders upon presentation of a document
Also IFJ press card holders (other journalists by prior arrangement)
Free admission*
*Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
*Free admission does not extend to special events or group bookings.
The ticket includes a panoramic cinema session and, if desired, a short introduction to the Red Tower by a museum employee.
Since only a limited number of visitors can be in the small Red Tower at the same time, we recommend buying Red Tower tickets in advance.
If you want to visit the tower with a group larger than 10 people, please write:
visit@pernau.ee.
visit@pernau.ee.
COMBINED TICKET
With a combined ticket, one of our museums is free for you!
The combined ticket gives you the opportunity to visit all three branches of the museum once during one year - the main building of the Pärnu Museum in Aida 3, the medieval Red Tower in Hommiku 11 and the Koidula Museum in Jannsen 37. You do not have to visit the branches on the same day.
The combined ticket is valid for visiting all exhibitions and events, which are included in the price of the museum ticket. A ticket cannot be used for special events (lectures, workshops, etc.) if a separate ticket has been established for them, and for group visits.
Adults
23 €
Pupils, ISIC, ITIC and IYTC card holders, pensioners
Upon presentation of a document proving the discount
17 €
Family
Up to 2 adults with minor children from the same family
48 €
Adult ticket with donation
*With the purchase of a donation ticket, you will contribute to the collection, preservation and communication of Pärnu's heritage.
46 €
Preschoolers
Also ICOM card holders upon presentation of a document
Also journalists only by prior agreement
Free admission*
*Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
*Free admission does not extend to special events or group bookings.
You can buy the ticket from the first museum you are about to visit or you can
GUIDED TOURS
Guide services are available by prior arrangement with the museum.
Group size: up to 25 people
Length and prices of the guided tour in our permanent exhibition:
40 to 50 minutes 55€ per group + museum tickets
1 to 1,5 hours 65€ per group + museum tickets
NB! Please note that family tickets, combined tickets, and free visit rights are not valid for group orders.
IN ADDITION:
The Tower’s courtyard gallery has exhibition stands with information about local history. The gallery is free to attend whenever the gates are open.
In the yard, you will also find an oversized modern copy of a Mill Game board, which you can play for free. We kindly ask you to return the game pieces to the boxes after you have finished.
PLEASE ALSO NOTICE, THAT...
... the courtyard of the Red Tower can be accessed through the gate on Hommiku street. When the gate is open, you will be able to see the tower - feel free to enter.
.. unfortunately, the architecture of our medieval tower significantly restricts accessibility. Before buying your ticket, please make sure that narrow and steep stairs and high thresholds will not create an obstacle for making a visit to the Red Tower.
Information and guided tours:
visit@pernau.ee
+372 443 3488 (during opening hours)
Hommiku 11
80011, Pärnu
Estonia
visit@pernau.ee
+372 443 3488 (during opening hours)
Hommiku 11
80011, Pärnu
Estonia
