Tallinn, located on the Baltic Sea, is the breathtaking capital of Estonia and possibly
one of the most beautiful cities in Northern Europe.
First established in the early medieval era, today’s Tallinn is an exciting mix of old
and new, boasting Gothic spires, winding cobblestone streets and enchanting architecture.
Tallinn’s luring coastline dotted with promenades and sandy beaches offers scenic views throughout
the year.
All of Tallinn’s neighbourhoods, each with its own personality, can be quickly and easily
reached on foot or by inexpensive transport.
Before we get into the top 10 things to do in Tallinn, we’ve included links in the
description to various discount codes and links to resources of things to do, so make
sure you check those out.
10) At number 10 is Toompea Castle
Located next to Alexander Nevsky Church, the present Toompea Castle was built in the late
1700s.
This understated castle features a salmon pink exterior with white details and today
houses the Parliament of Estonia.
A large park can be found next to Toompea Castle, providing a bit of a green reprieve
from city life.
There are free guided tours, or visitors can just admire Tallinn at their leisure from
the viewing terraces.
9) Number 9 is Tallinn TV Tower
The Tallinn TV Tower is a free-standing construction with an observation deck, built to provide
better telecommunication services.
Soaring 314 meters tall and located near the suburb of Pirita, 6km north-east of the Estonian
capital, the tower gives breathtaking views over the city of Tallinn and the surrounding
countryside.
Visitors can stand on the glass floor on the 21st floor and see 170 meters down to the
ground.
There are also regular exhibitions that explore the history and culture of Estonia and the
tower itself.
8) At number 8 is the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
Named after the Russian warrior prince St Alexander, this spectacular Orthodox cathedral
is located on Toompea Hill and was completed in 1900.
The Church has distinct, black onion domes that can be easily spotted towering above
Tallinn.
The interior of the church can be visited, and the gorgeous mosaics are really impressive.
7) Number 7 is the Old Town
The Old Town is an important site for visitors to Tallinn.
Featuring beautiful architecture and locals dressed in medieval clothing, with restaurants,
bars, museums and galleries bringing much life to this historical city centre.
Visitors can find original cobblestone streets dotted with medieval churches and grandiose
merchant houses, barns and warehouses many of which date back to the Middle Ages.
6) At number 6 is the Hop-on-Hop-off Bus Tallinn
This 24, 48 or 72-hour Hop-on-Hop-off Bus pass is the best way to get around the bustling
Estonian capital.
There are 32 stops on three routes around the medieval Baltic City and the onboard multilingual
audio guides explain the fascinating history of this vibrant historical centre.
The three interconnected lines cover all of the Baltic capital's highlights and take the
legwork out of sightseeing.
5) Number 5 is the Kadriorg Palace
Kadriorg is considered to be one of the grandest examples of palace and park design in Estonian
architectural history.
The palace, originally an imperial summer residence, has been extremely well preserved
since the early 18th century.
Designed to resemble the Italian palaces of the time, the palace has a facade that is
three levels at the front and sides, and two levels at the rear, in a mix of architectural
styles.
Visitors can also see the banquet hall and winter garden, which were added to the rear
of the palace in 1934.
4) At number 4 is Seaplane Harbour, Estonian Maritime Museum
This most exciting European maritime museum is located in the Seaplane Harbour.
The historical seaplane hangars display about 200 genuine items including a submarine, a
century-old icebreaker, a Short 184 seaplane and the remains of the oldest ship found in
Estonia.
The Seaplane Harbour also has a large aquarium, simulators, a cinema and in the outdoor area,
visitors can find a functioning harbour, ships and yachts and a magnificent view of the sea
and city.
3) Number 3 is St. Olaf’s Church
St. Olaf’s Church is one of the most important structures in Tallinn, and is the city’s
largest medieval building.
This well-preserved church is notable due to its high church tower that has been struck
by lightening numerous times throughout its history.
In summer, visitors can climb a winding staircase to the tower's observation platform to enjoy
spectacular views of the city.
2) At number 2 is Tallinn Art Hall
Discover an amazing array of thought provoking Baltic art, and with between 20 and 24 exhibitions
a year, it's one of the largest art producers in Estonia, and a constant whirlwind of creativity
and artistic expression.
Tallinn Art Hall addresses the most pressing issues in contemporary art and society, providing
a fascinating programme for audiences young and old and an innovative platform for artists
to create unique exhibitions and works.
1) And at number 1 is Tallinn Zoo
Tallinn Zoo is situated in the beautiful and naturally diverse Veskimetsa Park Forest.
It was founded in 1939 and is home to animals representing almost 600 species.
Here visitors can find one of the world’s best mountain goat enclosures, a remarkable
number of eagles and vultures and an impressive variety of owls and cranes.
With African elephants, Amur tiger, polar bear and black rhinoceros and an attractive
landscape, the zoo is a great day out for all the family.
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