Location: Tallinn
Top Things to do in Tallinn
Top Restaurants in Tallinn
10 Historic Sites in Tallinn That You Shouldn't Miss
Tallinn's atmospheric Old Town is an enthralling hodgepodge of medieval streets and spires. It's a small city, and the tourist areas are safe and easily explored on foot. Buy a Tallinn Card if intending to use buses, trolleys or trams. For a look into Tallinn's past, visit Rocca-al-Mare Open Air Museum's typical rural Estonian taverns, windmills and watermills, see the onion-domed 1900 cathedral or join the bustle in historic Town Hall Square. St. Olav's spire was once the tallest in the world.
Restaurants in Tallinn
1. Toompea Hill
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4.5 based on 3,510 reviews
An ancient 10th-century Estonian stronghold stood on this 170-foot-high limestone plateau, which was later divided into the Big and Small Fortress with its distinctive defense towers erected in the early 13th century.
Reviewed By mattontwowheels - Stirling, United Kingdom
It’s worth the climb along cobbled streets for the views across Tallinn to the sea and the perfectly maintained network of old buildings.
2. Convent of St. Bridget (Pirita Klooster)
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4.5 based on 312 reviews
Reviewed By JulieF2978 - Helsinki, Finland
The Pirita convent in ruins is a nice building to be visited, specially if you're willing to see more of Tallinn than just the Old Town. Beautiful construction, and the surrounding neighborhood is also worth the visit. The forest cemetery is close by, and a beautiful place to enjoy the peace of nature.
3. Town Hall Pharmacy
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4.5 based on 609 reviews
Reviewed By Mark_Dornoch - Dornoch, United Kingdom
The world's oldest continually working pharmacy - 600 years and counting. The counter area with the wooden cabinets and drawers reminded me of old British pharmacies I had experienced 50 years ago. Really interesting displays and exhibits through in the far room. Beautifully painted wooden ceiling too. Recommended
4. St. Olaf’s Church
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4.5 based on 1,591 reviews
**This place is temporarily closed** Originally built in 1250 and considered the tallest building in Europe during the Middle Ages, this city landmark is now used by both Baptist and Methodist congregations.
Reviewed By discoveringdest - Montreal, Canada
St. Olaf’s church is a really beautiful church to visit, which is located just 7 minutes walking distance from the Old town Main Square, and it’s really nice to visit specially because you can climb the 123 meters high tower, with a narrow and kind of scared spiral staircase made in stones, that gives a little “adventure” feeling, but it’s totally worth when you get to the top and see the beautiful view from Tallinn old town city. We didn’t pay entrance fee to see the church, however if you decide to climb the staircase tower you need to pay a small fee, we paid 2 euros back in 2017. Eli: 5 / Serge: 5 Recommended: Yes, even if you decide to not climb the staircase Tower, it’s a beautiful 12th century church to visit. Tips: - Comfortable shoes are recommended, specially if you decide to climb the staircase tower; - If you are afraid of heights, do not start to climb the tower, it’s kind of scared. - Check on line the church open hours and if you prefer to visit without a tour guide, as we did, it’s always nice to read a little about the history of the church, even in Wikipedia.
5. Tallinn Town Wall
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4.5 based on 1,144 reviews
Reviewed By Hawk470 - Baltimore, United States
Tallinn’s magnificent and well-preserved city walls and red tile-topped towers clearly demonstrate the medieval city’s strong fortifications. The walls have many sections and striking towers along the perimeter. Some sections allow you to climb and walk them for a small fee. As you look outward from the walls, you can see the new town and the harbor. Looking inward enables a rich visualization of medieval life with stone buildings, narrow, twisty streets, and shops lining the base in many places. The Helleman Tower offers many of the finest views and displays a history of the fortifications. Alongside the tower, you will find some large 14th-15th century tombstones with a key describing who they commemorate and when they lived. The Viru Gate, impressive even today, provides a lively entrance to the city. Beautiful day and night, it is particularly fun in the morning or evening when there are fewer visitors and the pace slows down.
6. Kumu Art Museum
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4.5 based on 1,028 reviews
Reviewed By Daanelin
Enjoy modern architecture and well curated modern art exhibitions next to unique and beautiful Kadriorg Park area.
7. Tallinn Legends
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4.5 based on 371 reviews
Tallinn Legends is a tourist attraction in a form of theatrical and interactive museum in Tallinn, Estonia. The museum recreates historical events and legends that have contributed to the folklore of medieval Tallinn.
Reviewed By heidit304
The Tallinn Legends shows history of Tallinn in an elaborate way. It combines live actors, mannequins and tech and sound effects. Narration is mainly playback, so it always on point. Not advised to people with epilepsy as there are flashing lights. 5/5 Will go again with different friends.
8. Jardines del Rey Danes
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4.5 based on 85 reviews
Reviewed By janr194 - Yateley, United Kingdom
At the top of the climb from the town square is the garden of the Danes. Some amazing monk statues and a great view of the city.
9. Viewing Point Kohtuotsa
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4.5 based on 404 reviews
Reviewed By lcb5310 - Raleigh, United States
From here you can get a panoramic view of the Old Town. Lots of church steeples and red roofed buildings. It's magical seeing it all laid out before you! Try to go early or late in the day to avoid the crowds.
10. Museum of Photography
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4.0 based on 70 reviews
Situated in old Town Hall Prison from 14.century. This museum traces the history of the art of photography in Tallinn through an extensive collection of antique cameras, photos and a recreated darkroom from the 1900s.
Reviewed By MadanGopalM - Bengaluru, India
As an amateur photographer I was keen to explore this hidden gem just behind town hall. Located in former town gaol, this 14th century building houses a permanent exhibition of rare photographs, old cameras, other related equipment reflecting rich legacy of Estonian photography from 1840s to 1940s. Also there is moving night views of Tallinn. There is admission ticket and free from crowds. Any photographic enthusiast young or old, should not miss this unique exhibition.
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