Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Attention! This is the tour with around of 2 km of walking on feet.
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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Unique walking tour with a lot of tales about medieval Tallinn - get to know the most interesting stories from our history. How the city of Tallinn came to be, what was its importance in medieval politics, why the Danes regularly give us their flag, and what legends still influence our lives here. No boring dates and unknown names, these are Tallinn Tales!
The heart of Old Town, Raekoja plats, where Tallinn City Hall is placed. How the courts were held, how decisions affecting the entire city were made, and why only two people were executed in this square throughout history - let's start the tales of Tallinn right at the meeting point.
10 minutes
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Rataskaevu Street
Cat's Well - unique for Medieval Tallinn wheel well. Try to hear whispers of the evil water spirits, who are still living there according to legends.
5 minutes
3
St. Nicholas' Orthodox Church
One of the oldest churches, which was built in 13th century, it was the main place for Tallinn citizens to meet each other. NB! Ticket is not included into the tour price, but visitting it is not mandatory
10 minutes
4
Luhike Jalg
The shortest way to the Upper Town is really unique and was used by pedestrians only.
5 minutes
5
Danish King's Garden
This garden is completely different for any others, and you will know, how it is connected with Danish flag and what is celebrated here every 15th of June even now.
10 minutes
6
Parliament of Estonia
That's not a medieval building at all, but still very important for Estonia - here our parliament are making all the country-level decisions.
7
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
Well-built and richly decorated Russian Ortodox church, it was builtt mostly because of political reasons, and also has the largest Tallinn's bell - around 15 tonnes. If you are lucky, you will hear its voice.
10 minutes
8
St Mary's Cathedral
Simple outside and so rich by history point of view - here you may even find gravestone of Swedish king's daughter. NB! Ticket is not included into the tour price, but visitting it is not mandatory
10 minutes
9
Patkuli Viewing Platform
The most beautiful view to Tallinn opens here. The best place to make some photos, and, of course, listen a few stories.
10 minutes
10
Viewing Point Kohtuotsa
Northern viewing point of Toompea hill - enjoy red roofs and modern part of Tallinn from here, in all weather. We recommend to visit it twice - in winter and summer.
10 minutes
11
Long Boot (Pikk Jalg)
Longest way to the Upper Town was used mostly by horse-transport - perfectly saved, it dives you into history of Tallinn from first sight.
12
Cafe Maiasmokk
The oldest cafe in Tallinn, which is still working, is unique in interior as well - it wasn't changed since 19th century.
10 minutes
13
Great Guild Hall
Imagine that 600 year ago you wanted to trade in Tallinn. The first place to get an approval on your way - Great Guild Hall.
14
Town Hall Pharmacy
Tallinn Town Hall Pharmacy is the oldest pharmacy in Europe that has continually operated on the same premises - since 15th century.
10 minutes
Tales of Old Tallinn 2-hour Walking Tour
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Unique walking tour with a lot of tales about medieval Tallinn - get to know the most interesting stories from our history. How the city of Tallinn came to be, what was its importance in medieval politics, why the Danes regularly give us their flag, and what legends still influence our lives here. No boring dates and unknown names, these are Tallinn Tales!
