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Tailored Walking Tour of Tallinn's Old Town and Kalamaja
Tallinn
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore the enchanting streets of Tallinn on a custom walking tour that caters to your interests. This journey takes you through the historic Old Town, where you will encounter iconic landmarks such as St Olaf’s Church, the vibrant Townhall Square, and the majestic Toompea Castle. Delve into captivating tales of Tallinn’s rich past, alongside hidden gems often overlooked by standard tours. Discover the charming Kalamaja district, known for its unique architecture and thriving creative scene, including the trendy Telliskivi quarter. Perfect for both newcomers and return visitors seeking a deeper understanding of the city. The tours are held in English, German, Finnish and Russian.
- Tailored...
Highlights
4 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tour guide, recommendations on additional places to visit.
Meeting Points
Departure
Radisson Collection Hotel, Tallinn
In front of the main entrance.
Return
Freedom Square
Tour ends on the location based on the preferences of the clients.
Tailored Walking Tour of Tallinn's Old Town and Kalamaja
Tallinn
About
Explore the enchanting streets of Tallinn on a custom walking tour that caters to your interests. This journey takes you through the historic Old Town, where you will encounter iconic landmarks such as St Olaf’s Church, the vibrant Townhall Square, and the majestic Toompea Castle. Delve into captivating tales of Tallinn’s rich past, alongside hidden gems often overlooked by standard tours. Discover the charming Kalamaja district, known for its unique architecture and thriving creative scene, including the trendy Telliskivi quarter. Perfect for both newcomers and return visitors seeking a deeper understanding of the city. The tours are held in English, German, Finnish and Russian.
- Tailored...
Highlights
4 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tour guide, recommendations on additional places to visit.
Meeting Points
Departure
Radisson Collection Hotel, Tallinn
In front of the main entrance.
Return
Freedom Square
Tour ends on the location based on the preferences of the clients.
Itinerary
1
Balti Jaam Market
Unique market in Tallinn located in the refurbished old railway depot with wide variety of goods and street food.
5 minutes
2
Telliskivi Loomelinnak
A modern business and recreational hub established in the former industrial complex, housing start-ups, bars and restaurants, galleries, small shops and various creative companies.
15 minutes
3
Port Noblessner
Recognized as the best urban development in the Baltic countries in the historic submarine shipyard that has been turned into a stylish and attractive neighbourhood in Tallinn. On the way we will walk through the historic Kalamaja District and will visit Kalamaja Park.
30 minutes
4
Lennusadam
The Harbour enables to get acquainted with maritime culture with different ships including historic icebreaker “Suur Tõll” exhibited. The Seaplane Harbour hangar was the first concrete dome structure in the world when built during the World War I. On the way we will walk through the Iglupark, a unique complex known for its saunas and mini accommodation facilities built by using the centuries old craft.
15 minutes
5
Fat Margaret (Paks Margareeta)
We enter the Old Town through the picturesque Great Coastal Gate that served as the main gate to the port in the medieval times. Next to the gate is the famous Fat Margareth tower On the walk towards the old town, we will see the storage facilities of former gas factory, the first power plant of Tallinn and we will have a view on the now abandoned concert hall.
15 minutes
6
Kolm Ode
Three Sisters is one of the landmark medieval buildings of the Tallinn Old Town.
5 minutes
7
St Olaf's Church
St Olaf’s church has the tallest church tower in Tallinn and has many intriguing aspects to be heard about its history. The Horse Mill is renovated, and it was the only mill located within the city walls. St Olaf’s church is located on the The Wide Street that is one of the main streets in the old town (there is also a haunted house with thrilling history) and we can take a detour and see the long stretch of the wall and medieval towers.
15 minutes
8
Estonian History Museum - Great Guild Hall
The Guildhall was the building for gatherings of medieval traders and now houses the Museum of History. The Stock Market Passage connects the Long Street and The Wide Street and has a timeline of Estonian history inscribed to the pavement.
15 minutes
9
Church of the Holy Spirit Puhavaimu Kirik
Medieval church that has the oldest clock of Estonia on its outer wall.
5 minutes
10
Vene Tanav
The historic street with buildings with intriguing history you would be thrilled to hear. We will visit also the St Catherine’s Passage and Masters’ Courtyard.
20 minutes
11
Tallinna Raekoja Plats
The key landmark of the Tallinn Old Town with Townhall, old pharmacy and many other points of interest.
15 minutes
12
Harju Tanav
Harju Street was the main business street before World War II where the marks on the pavement show the contours of the houses located there.
10 minutes
13
Niguliste Tanav
St Nicholaus Church stems from the 13th Century and has interesting old buildings also around it. We will walk through the medieval street Short Leg to Toompea Hill.
5 minutes
14
Danish King's Garden
Danish King’s Garden is the place where according to the legend Denmark got its flag in the battle. From the Garden there is a good view on the historic wall and towers, including the largest one “Kiek in die Kök.”
5 minutes
15
Toompea Castle
Toompea Castle now houses the Estonian Parliament, facing the main orthodox church in town.
16
St Mary's Cathedral
St Mary’s Cathedral was the main church for the nobleman, next to it we can see the oldest house on Toompea, the secret gate and will have a view from the viewing platform.
10 minutes
17
Stenbock House
Stenbock House is a former town palace of Stenbock noble family, now there is Estonian Government, the building is located next to the viewing platform. On the way back to downtown we will see also other old palaces.
18
Freedom Square
Freedom Square is the main square of Tallinn with first traces of settlement from the stone age. There are old bastions built for defence on the 17th century we will see on the way to the Freedom Square.