{"id":18287,"date":"2020-02-26T17:25:00","date_gmt":"2020-02-26T16:25:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/?p=18287"},"modified":"2025-07-22T14:32:34","modified_gmt":"2025-07-22T13:32:34","slug":"9-best-things-do-tallinn-estonia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/9-best-things-do-tallinn-estonia\/","title":{"rendered":"9 of the best things to do in Tallinn, Estonia"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Estonia still feels &#8216;undiscovered&#8217; and wonderfully removed from the traditional European tourist track. Home to a 14th-century fortress and the origin of the Christmas tree, there&#8217;s no shortage of captivating things to do in Tallinn. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Resting on the eastern coast of the Baltic Sea, Estonia itself has a beautiful coastline dotted with an archipelago of over 2000 unspoilt islands. Neighbours Latvia, Finland and Russia are a hop, skip and a jump away whilst the capital city, Tallinn, is a medieval gem just waiting to be explored. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to make the most out of your Baltic adventure? Add\nthese things to your &#8216;to do&#8217; list when you visit Tallinn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-enjoy-the-views\"><strong>1. Enjoy the views<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2020\/02\/tallinn-estonia-famous-landmark-viru-gate-in-P2HL6F8-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Viru Gate in Tallinn\" class=\"wp-image-18294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/tallinn-estonia-famous-landmark-viru-gate-in-P2HL6F8-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/tallinn-estonia-famous-landmark-viru-gate-in-P2HL6F8-330x186.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/tallinn-estonia-famous-landmark-viru-gate-in-P2HL6F8.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Tallinn&#8217;s Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and little wonder. It&#8217;s probably the most complete and well-preserved example of a medieval trading town in all of Europe. Tallinn attractions that you should seek to include on your sightseeing visit include an astounding collection of castles, cathedrals, church spires, monasteries and colourful merchant houses \u2013 all protected by those impressive 14th-century walls. &nbsp;For sweeping views of this beautiful city, make your way to: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Kohtuotsa viewing platform on Toompea Hill<\/strong>: Its winding approach through narrow streets and famous wall sign makes this one of the most popular places to catch the sunrise over Tallinn. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Patkuli viewing platform<\/strong>: A little less crowded than Kohtuotsa, Patkuli delivers fairy-tale views over Tallinn&#8217;s old town and iconic towers. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Piiskopi viewing platform<\/strong>: Quieter still, this hidden square on the west side of Toompea Hill offers wonderful views over Pelgulinn and Kalamaja (Tallinn&#8217;s hipster quarter). <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>St Olaf&#8217;s Church<\/strong>: One of Tallinn&#8217;s top attractions, St Olaf&#8217;s Church dates back to the 12<sup>th<\/sup> century. If you&#8217;re brave enough to navigate the church&#8217;s narrow staircase you&#8217;ll be rewarded with wonderful views over the city and port (open from April until October).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, hop on Tallinn&#8217;s SkyWheel. This impressive Ferris wheel elevates\nyou 120 metres into the air for staggering views over Tallinn, the Gulf of\nFinland and Lake \u00dclemiste. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-explore-on-foot-and-underground\"><strong>2. Explore on foot \u2013 and underground<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2020\/02\/tallinn-estonia-europe-st-catherines-passage-at-KGLCTND-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Street scene of Tallinn\" class=\"wp-image-18293\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/tallinn-estonia-europe-st-catherines-passage-at-KGLCTND-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/tallinn-estonia-europe-st-catherines-passage-at-KGLCTND-330x186.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/tallinn-estonia-europe-st-catherines-passage-at-KGLCTND.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Wander through Tallinn&#8217;s maze of medieval streets, exploring hidden alleyways and marvelling at the town&#8217;s different architectural styles, Gothic Town Hall and historic Guild Houses. Here every building has a story, including the old <em>Raeapteek <\/em>(Town Hall Pharmacy) which opened in 1422 \u2013 70 years before Columbus discovered America. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below the Old Town, and closely guarded by the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Kiek in de K\u00f6k  (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.visitestonia.com\/en\/kiek-in-de-kok-fortification-museum\" target=\"_blank\"><em>Kiek in de K\u00f6k<\/em> <\/a>(an old artillery tower, now museum), lie mysterious tunnels and passageways. These tunnels were built in the 1670s to conceal the movement of soldiers, ammunition and equipment \u2013 before coming back into use as bomb shelters during World War II. Visitors to Tallinn can explore the underground passageways during a tour of the town&#8217;s fortifications and bastions. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>GET INSPIRED BY: <\/em><\/strong><em>Best of Finland, Russia and the Baltics<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-head-portside\"><strong>3. Head portside<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2020\/02\/tallinn-estonia-skyline-PLQPAE2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Skyline of Tallinn at dusk\" class=\"wp-image-18295\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/tallinn-estonia-skyline-PLQPAE2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/tallinn-estonia-skyline-PLQPAE2-330x186.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/tallinn-estonia-skyline-PLQPAE2.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Nautical enthusiasts will delight in yet another popular Tallinn\nattraction, the Seaplane Harbour. This cavernous concrete space houses an\nimpressive collection of seaplanes, boats and submarines \u2013 not to mention a\n100-year-old icebreaker.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s a memorable outing for the whole family and includes a\ncinema, simulators and aquarium, all set in Tallinn&#8217;s busy port with great\nviews of yachts and ships in the harbour. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-visit-the-markets-nbsp\">4<strong>. Visit the markets &nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2020\/02\/christmas-market-at-town-hall-square-in-the-old-ATDGN9R-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Market\" class=\"wp-image-18289\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/christmas-market-at-town-hall-square-in-the-old-ATDGN9R-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/christmas-market-at-town-hall-square-in-the-old-ATDGN9R-330x186.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/christmas-market-at-town-hall-square-in-the-old-ATDGN9R.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Estonia&#8217;s capital is easy to navigate on foot, and you&#8217;ll never be short of Tallinn attractions to discover. The city&#8217;s wonderful Town Hall Square is packed with caf\u00e9s and restaurants, but true to its medieval market place roots, it&#8217;s a great place to meet, socialise and shop. In July, you can browse the town&#8217;s annual craft market, whilst in December, the square is transformed into one of Europe&#8217;s most beautiful Christmas markets. And at its heart? That famous Christmas tree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-enjoy-an-artisanal-beer-on-tap\"><strong>Enjoy an artisanal beer on tap<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Baltics are becoming increasingly well known for their\ncraft beer scene, and Estonia is no exception. Tallinn even has its own\ndedicated Craft Beer Weekend (May) and the city is brimming with speciality\nbreweries, pubs and beer gardens. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hops not your thing? Give Vana Tallinn a try. This sweet,\nrum-based liqueur is Tallinn&#8217;s signature drink and often enjoyed over crushed\nice, in coffee or poured over ice cream. Ever so slightly bitter, with aromas\nof cinnamon, citrus and spice, it&#8217;ll warm your heart during Estonia&#8217;s icy\nwinter. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-try-smoked-sprats-followed-by-semla\"><strong>6. Try smoked sprats \u2026 followed by semla<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2020\/02\/sprats-on-crispbread-PURZMF5-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Crispbread and sprats\" class=\"wp-image-18292\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/sprats-on-crispbread-PURZMF5-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/sprats-on-crispbread-PURZMF5-330x186.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/sprats-on-crispbread-PURZMF5.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to Estonia&#8217;s signature drink, there are some traditional meals that visitors to Tallinn should definitely try. With German, Russian and Swedish influences, Estonia&#8217;s hearty and wholesome dishes (think dark rye bread, pork, potatoes and fresh produce) will surprise and delight. At the top of the list? Smoked sprats. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Baltic Sea is swimming with sprats \u2013 a small, oily, silver fish closely related to sardines. Sprats are a simple, delicious Estonian staple.&nbsp; Enjoy on fresh bread with lashings of butter, or try battered sprats with dill mayonnaise. Spiced, smoked, marinated or baked, Estonians have been enjoying sprats for centuries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finish off with <em>semla<\/em>,\na sweet cardamom-spiced bread roll filled with almond paste and topped with\nwhipped cream and icing sugar. Utterly delectable, this indulgent treat appears\naround Christmas and is traditionally enjoyed until Easter, when painted eggs\nand <em>pashka <\/em>become the order of the\nday. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be sure to visit Tallinn&#8217;s Kalamaja District, which is thoroughly enjoying its &#8216;hipster&#8217; reputation. Vibey restaurants, caf\u00e9s and bakeries stand shoulder to shoulder with traditional wooden homes, and visitors can enjoy great coffee, Baltic fare and trendy street food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-have-a-go-at-bogshoeing\"><strong>7. Have a go at <em>bogshoeing<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although Tallinn is renowned for its museums and art\ngalleries (see below), there are some more active, outdoorsy activities which\nare unique to the Baltics (barracuda diving, anyone?). Perhaps our favourite of\nall is <em>bogshoeing<\/em>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lahemaa National Park, about 60 km outside of Tallinn, is\nknown for its rich plant life and legendary bogs. Here you can try your hand at\n<em>bogshoeing<\/em>. &nbsp;In other words, donning a pair of bog shoes (racquet-shaped\nfootwear similar to snowshoes) and exploring the park&#8217;s natural landscape and\nfascinating bog pools. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-take-a-dip-in-the-warm-waters-of-parnu-bay\"><strong>8. Take a dip in the warm waters of P\u00e4rnu Bay<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2020\/02\/1600px-Loojang_P\u00e4rnu_rannas_-_Sunset_in_P\u00e4rnu_beach_2_copy-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Sunset on a P\u00e4rnu Beach, Estonia\" class=\"wp-image-18288\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/1600px-Loojang_P\u00e4rnu_rannas_-_Sunset_in_P\u00e4rnu_beach_2_copy-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/1600px-Loojang_P\u00e4rnu_rannas_-_Sunset_in_P\u00e4rnu_beach_2_copy-330x186.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/1600px-Loojang_P\u00e4rnu_rannas_-_Sunset_in_P\u00e4rnu_beach_2_copy.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite the Baltic&#8217;s reputation for freezing waters and\nunforgiving conditions, P\u00e4rnu Bay in the Gulf of Riga, can be relatively balmy.\nIts warm water and long swimming season, which starts in June and runs until\nSeptember, make it an ideal day trip from Tallinn. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visitors can enjoy its long sandy beaches, beautiful\npromenade and surrounding pine forests.&nbsp;&nbsp;\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-soak-up-some-history-and-culture\"><strong>9. Soak up some history and culture<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Culture vultures will love Tallinn. There are countless museums and galleries across the city, all celebrating the history and art of the region, including such Tallinn attractions as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Estonian Open Air\nMuseum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Estonian History Museum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Museum of Occupations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The KUMU Museum<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Have you ever visited Tallinn? Share your top tips, attractions and Estonian experiences in the comments below\u2026<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Estonia still feels &#8216;undiscovered&#8217; and wonderfully removed from the traditional European tourist track. Home to a 14th-century fortress and the origin of the Christmas tree, there&#8217;s no shortage of captivating things to do in Tallinn. Resting on the eastern coast of the Baltic Sea, Estonia itself has a beautiful coastline dotted with an archipelago of [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":56,"featured_media":18296,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[4905],"tags":[12961,12959,12960,12958],"class_list":["post-18287","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-destination-guides","tag-estonia-travel","tag-tallinn-attractions","tag-tallinn-travel","tag-things-to-do-in-tallinn"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.2 (Yoast SEO v27.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>9 of our absolute favourite things to do in Tallinn, Estonia<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Discover 9 of the best things to do in Tallinn, Estonia, from exploring medieval old town views to experiencing vibrant markets and unique local cuisine.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/9-best-things-do-tallinn-estonia\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_GB\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"9 of our absolute favourite things to do in Tallinn, Estonia\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"On the lookout for the best things to do in Tallinn? 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