Tallinn, Estonia - Travel Guide

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Updated: 2026-09-28

Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is a charming medieval city that blends rich history with a vibrant, modern atmosphere. Visit the UNESCO-protected Old Town, wander its cobblestone streets, and discover its unique Baltic charm.

Top things to do in Tallinn

Things to do in Tallinn include Town Hall Square, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Toompea Castle. Here are 15 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.

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A sample 3-day itinerary for Tallinn

Here is what 3 days in Tallinn look like when the planner builds them: stops grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, one full day at a time. The same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

Day 1

Stops
9
  1. 1
    Danish King's GardenPark · Old Town
    50 m (🚶 1 min)
  2. 2
    Alexander Nevsky CathedralChurch · Toompea
    50 m
  3. 3
    Vanalinn (Old Town)Old Town
    150 m
  4. 4
    St. Nicholas Church (Niguliste Museum)Church · Old Town
    350 m (🚶 6 min)
  5. 5
    House of the Blackheads
    450 m (🚶 5 min)
  6. 6
    Kiek in de Kök Museum and Bastion TunnelsTower · Old Town
    300 m (🚶 5 min)
  7. 7
    Town Hall SquareCity hall · Old Town
    350 m (🚶 7 min)
  8. 8
    St. Mary's CathedralChurch
    500 m (🚶 7 min)
  9. 9
    Freedom SquareSquare · Kesklinn
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Day 2

Stops
5
  1. 1
    Pirita Convent RuinsMonastery · Pirita
    3.2 km
  2. 2
    Tallinn Song Festival GroundsPark · Kadriorg
    3.6 km (🚶 58 min / 🚌 23 min)
  3. 3
    Seaplane HarbourHarbour · Tallinn
    3.7 km (🚶 56 min / 🚌 22 min)
  4. 4
    Kadriorg Palace and ParkKadriorg
    6.4 km
  5. 5
    Tallinn TV TowerTV tower · Pirita
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Day 3

Stops
9
  1. 1
    Viru GateCity gate
    600 m (🚶 11 min)
  2. 2
    Stenbock House
    700 m (🚶 14 min)
  3. 3
    Estonian Maritime Museum - Fat MargaretTower · Old Town
    450 m (🚶 6 min)
  4. 4
    Estonian Museum of Natural HistoryNatural history museum · Old Town
    550 m (🚶 7 min)
  5. 5
    Toompea CastleCastle · Toompea
    600 m (🚶 9 min)
  6. 6
    St. Catherine's PassageMonastery · Old Town
    400 m (🚶 6 min)
  7. 7
    St. John's ChurchChurch · Kesklinn
    750 m (🚶 11 min)
  8. 8
    St. Olaf's ChurchChurch · Old Town
    500 m
  9. 9
    Rottermann Quarter
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Frequently asked questions

What are the top things to do in Tallinn?

Town Hall Square, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Toompea Castle, Kadriorg Park, Seaplane Harbour, Estonian Maritime Museum - Fat Margaret and 9 more. Town Hall Square: The vibrant central square of the Old Town, surrounded by cafes, restaurants, and the Gothic Town Hall.

What can you do in 3 days in Tallinn?

Day 1: Danish King's Garden, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Vanalinn (Old Town), St. Nicholas Church (Niguliste Museum). Day 2: Pirita Convent Ruins, Tallinn Song Festival Grounds, Seaplane Harbour, Kadriorg Palace and Park. Day 3: Viru Gate, Stenbock House, Estonian Maritime Museum - Fat Margaret, Estonian Museum of Natural History.

Which areas should you explore in Tallinn?

The itinerary for Tallinn runs through Old Town, Toompea, Kesklinn, Pirita, Kadriorg and Tallinn.

Which museums are worth visiting in Tallinn?

Museums worth visiting in Tallinn: Estonian Open Air Museum (Rocca al Mare) and Estonian Museum of Natural History (Old Town).

Which churches are worth seeing in Tallinn?

Churches worth seeing in Tallinn: Alexander Nevsky Cathedral (Toompea), St. Olaf's Church (Old Town), St. Nicholas Church (Niguliste Museum) (Old Town), St. Mary's Cathedral and St. John's Church (Kesklinn).

What parks and gardens are there in Tallinn?

Parks and gardens in Tallinn: Kadriorg Park, Danish King's Garden (Old Town) and Tallinn Song Festival Grounds (Kadriorg).

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