Tallinn, Estonia

Estonia’s capital preserves a walled medieval core beside a creative port district and Baltic shoreline.

estonia and tallinn in Tallinn, Estonia

🏛️ Sights & Attractions in Tallinn

  • Tallinn Town Hall Square — The medieval heart of Tallinn's UNESCO-listed old town, surrounded by the Gothic Town Hall, the Town Hall Pharmacy (Europe's oldest), and pastel merchant houses.
  • Alexander Nevsky Cathedral — An ornate Russian Orthodox cathedral on Toompea Hill in Tallinn, built between 1894 and 1900 during the Russian Empire, with distinctive onion domes and mosaics.
  • Kumu Art Museum — The Kumu Art Museum is an art museum in Tallinn, Estonia. It is one of the largest museums in Estonia and one of the largest art museums in Northern Europe. It is one of the five branches of the Art Museum of Estonia, housing its main offices.
  • Toompea Castle — is a medieval castle on Toompea hill in the central part of Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. In modern times, it houses the Parliament of Estonia (Riigikogu).
  • Town Hall Square Tallinn — The Tallinn Town Hall is a building in the Old Town (Vanalinn) of Tallinn (Reval), Estonia, next to the Town Hall Square. The building is located in the south side of the medieval market square and is 36.8 metres (121 ft) long. The west wall is 14.5 metres (48 ft) in length, and
  • St. Olaf's Church — St. Olaf's, or St. Olav's Church, is a Baptist church in Tallinn, Estonia; originally a Roman Catholic Church, after the Reformation it is a Lutheran church. It is the tallest church building in Estonia – 123.7 meters above ground level, with an observation platform in the church
  • Kadriorg Palace — is an 18th-century Petrine Baroque palace in Kadriorg, Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. Both the Estonian and the German names for the palace mean "Catherine's valley". It was built in 1718–1725 to Nicola Michetti's designs by Gaetano Chiaveri and Mikhail Zemtsov.
  • Telliskivi Creative City — is creative center located on Telliskivi Street in the northern part of Tallinn, Estonia. The center serves as a platform for the Estonian creative community and is situated on the former site of the Baltic Railway Company factory.
  • Estonian Open Air Museum — The Estonian Open Air Museum is a life-sized reconstruction of an 18th-19th century rural/fishing village, which includes church, tavern, schoolhouse, several mills, a fire station, twelve farmyards and net sheds. Furthermore, it includes a recently opened 20th century Soviet kol
  • Jaan Anvelt — , was an Estonian Bolshevik revolutionary and writer. He served the Russian SFSR, was a leader of the Communist Party of Estonia, the first premier of the Soviet Executive Committee of Estonia, and the chairman of the Council of the Commune of the Working People of Est
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🥾 Trails & Hikes in Tallinn

  • Toompea walk — A walking route through Toompea, tallinn, taking in local sights, architecture, and street life along the way.
  • Kalamaja walk — A walking route through Kalamaja, tallinn, taking in local sights, architecture, and street life along the way.

🍽️ Restaurants in Tallinn

  • NOA Chef's Hall — A Michelin-starred restaurant on the waterfront with panoramic sea views, serving modern Estonian cuisine.
  • Rataskaevu 16 — A beloved Old Town restaurant serving Estonian and European cuisine in a cozy medieval setting.
  • Leib Resto ja Aed — A New Estonian cuisine restaurant near the Old Town serving dishes based on black bread and local ingredients.
  • Olde Hansa — A medieval-themed restaurant in a 15th-century building serving historically authentic Hanseatic cuisine by candlelight.
  • Puhajarve — A modern Estonian restaurant in the Telliskivi Creative City, focusing on seasonal local ingredients.

🍸 Bars & Nightlife in Tallinn

  • Puhajarve Bar — A cocktail bar in the creative city with a relaxed atmosphere and inventive drinks.
  • Vana Viru — A classic Old Town bar with outdoor seating and a wide selection of Estonian beers.
  • Kultuuriklubi — A cultural club and bar in the Old Town with live music, art exhibitions, and a bohemian atmosphere.

🎯 Activities & Tours in Tallinn

  • Guided Old Town Tallinn Historical Walking Tour — Experience Tallinn daily, guaranteed, with our professional and friendly guides. As the first to offer tours whatever the weather, we ensure a comfortable, small-group adventure! Tours begin at 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m on Town Hall Square under the Town Hall clock. In 120-1
  • Group walking tour in Tallinn Old Town — Express walking tour is the best experience for the first meeting with Tallinn Old Town as a UNESCO World Heritage site. We will cover all iconic places of Old Town, learn about its history and modern trends, visit the oldest Pharmacy in Europe and popular marzipan museum, remem
  • Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included — Our tour includes same day round trip from Helsinki to Tallinn with a 3 hour guided tour in Tallinn and 3 hour of free time for lunch, Souvenir shopping and taking pictures in Old Town of Tallinn. We will pick you up from your hotel in the morning between 09:10 AM to 09:45 AM. Yo
  • Tales of Old Tallinn 2-hour Walking Tour — Unique walking tour with a lot of tales about medieval Tallinn - get to know the most interesting stories from our history. How the city of Tallinn came to be, what was its importance in medieval politics, why the Danes regularly give us their flag, and what legends still influen
  • Cruise-Friendly 5 Hour Tallinn Tour including Free Time — Welcome aboard, dear cruise passengers! We're thrilled to present your exclusive Tallinn shore excursion. This 5-hour adventure is thoughtfully curated to offer a perfect mix of history, leisure, and cultural immersion, allowing you to deeply connect with the essence of Tallinn.
  • 5-Hour Tallinn Tour for Cruise Passengers — Welcome aboard, esteemed cruise passengers, to an unforgettable Tallinn shore excursion! Immerse yourself in a 5-hour journey thoughtfully crafted to combine historical exploration, cultural discovery, and relaxation, ensuring an experience that will leave a lasting impression.
  • Tallinn Bike Tour from Tallinn Cruise Port — Discover Tallinn with friends or family as you go on a 3-hour journey with your friendly guide. Visit Peter the Great summer palace in romantic Kadriorg park and Song Festivals grounds. Cycle through the ancient walls, which leads you to Tallinn Old Town. Explore Seaside promenad
  • Tallinn Must Sees in One Day from Cruise Port — Are you a cruise passenger arriving in Tallinn? This 5-hour shore excursion is a captivating blend of historical exploration, leisure, and cultural immersion, meticulously crafted to offer a rich, comprehensive introduction to this enchanting city. Strike the perfect balance betw
  • Tallinn Private Walking Tour with a Local — Skip the standard sightseeing tour and discover Tallinn through the eyes of a local. With Lokafy, every tour is private, unscripted, and personalized to you. Your Lokafyer is a passionate local who shares stories, hidden gems, and authentic tips you won’t find in a guidebook. Th
  • Best of Tallinn: Small Group Walking Tour (Max 10, 3 Hours) — Our small group walking tour of Tallinn will take you through the city’s most captivating sights and offer spectacular views of one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval towns. Discover the rich history of Tallinn’s Old Town, hear fascinating tales of knights, merchants, and monarc
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🏨 Hotels & Stays in Tallinn

  • Hotel Telegraaf, Autograph Collection — Luxury hotel in a former telegraph office in Old Town with Telegraaf Spa, Tchaikovsky restaurant, and terrace, blending 19th-century architecture with modern design.
  • Swissotel Tallinn — Tallinn's tallest building with panoramic views of Old Town and the Baltic Sea, Purovel Spa, indoor pool, and Michelin-listed Horisont Restaurant & Bar.
  • Radisson Collection Hotel, Tallinn — Upscale hotel near Rottermann Quarter with rooftop terrace, spa, two restaurants, and bar, remodeled in 2022 and steps from Viru Keskus and Solaris Centre.
  • Viru Backpackers Hostel — Backpacker hostel in the heart of Old Town with dorms, social atmosphere and walking distance to all medieval sights.
  • Telliskivi Hostel — Hostel in the trendy Telliskivi creative district, near street art, cafes and the Looming City market.
  • Old Town Boho Guesthouse — Charming budget guesthouse in the medieval Old Town with bohemian decor and self-catering facilities.
  • Tallink City Hotel — Modern mid-range hotel near Old Town with restaurant, bar and easy walking access to the medieval center.
  • Schlössle Hotel — 5-star Small Luxury Hotels of the World property in a 13th-century building in the heart of Old Town.
  • The Three Sisters Hotel — 5-star boutique hotel combining three medieval merchant houses in Old Town, each room uniquely designed.
  • Citybox Tallinn — Citybox Tallinn is a hotel in Tallinn city center, Tallinn. Guest review score: 8.9/10. Check current rates and availability via the booking link.
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