
Top 10 Attractions in Tallinn (2018)
1. Tallinn Old Town
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📁 Historic, Architecture, Monument
Tallinn Old Town – Highlights
- The historic and cultural centre of Tallinn
- Numerous magnificent medieval buildings
- Charming Gothic town hall and churches
- Fine dining experience in top restaurants
- Estonia’s World Heritage Site
2. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
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📁 Religious Site, Architecture
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral – Highlights
- Beautiful Orthodox church in Tallinn
- Fascinating Russian style architecture
- Impressive onion-shaped domes
- Ornate interior mosaics and icons
Opening Hours
- May – Sep
- Daily: 08:00 – 19:00
- Oct – Apr
- Daily: 08:00 – 16:00
3. Toompea Castle
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📁 Castle, Architecture, Historic
Toompea Castle – Highlights
- Home to the Parliament of Estonia
- Ancient castle built of local limestone
- Features diverse architecture styles
- Unique Expressionist parliament building
4. Kadriorg Palace
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📁 Palace, Architecture, Garden, Museum
Kadriorg Palace – Highlights
- Magnificent Petrine Baroque palace
- Surrounded by lovely gardens with fountains
- Kadriorg Art Museum full of notable artworks
- Collection of European and Russian artworks
Opening Hours
- May – Sep
- Tue: 10:00 – 18:00
- Wed: 10:00 – 20:00
- Thu – Sun: 10:00 – 18:00
- Mon: Closed
- Oct – Apr
- Wed: 10:00 – 20:00
- Thu – Sun: 10:00 – 17:00
- Mon – Tue: Closed
Entrance Fee
- Adults: 6.50 EUR
- Children: 4.50 EUR
- Guided Tour: from 50 EUR
5. Town Hall Square
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📁 Architecture, Historic, Local Market
Town Hall Square – Highlights
- Picturesque square in the Old Town
- Remarkable pastel-coloured buildings
- Outdoor cafes and markets in summer
- Home to a huge Christmas tree in winter
6. St. Olaf’s Church
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📁 Religious Site, Observation Deck
St. Olaf’s Church – Highlights
- Iconic 13th-century Gothic church in Tallinn
- 124-m high spire with an observation deck
- Panorama of the Old Town and Toompea Hill
Opening Hours (Tower)
- Apr – Jun
- Daily: 10:00 – 18:00
- Jul – Aug
- Daily: 10:00 – 20:00
- Sep – Oct
- Daily: 10:00 – 18:00
- Nov – Mar: Closed
Entrance Fee (Tower)
- Adults: 3 EUR
- Children: 1 EUR
7. Tallinn TV Tower
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📁 Tower, Observation Deck
Tallinn TV Tower – Highlights
- The tallest (314-m) building in Estonia
- Spectacular panorama of Tallinn cityscape
- 175-m high open-air observation platform
- Interactive Estonian Hall of Fame exhibits
Opening Hours
- Daily: 10:00 – 19:00
Entrance Fee
- Adults: 10 EUR
- Children: 6 EUR
8. Seaplane Harbour (Lennusadam)
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📁 Museum, Maritime, Historic
Seaplane Harbour – Highlights
- Museum inside historic seaplane hangars
- Authentic 1930s submarine Lembit
- Tons of recreational family attractions
- Spectacular views of the sea and the city
Opening Hours
- May – Sep
- Daily: 10:00 – 19:00
- Oct – Apr
- Tue-Sun: 10:00 – 18:00
- Mon: Closed
Entrance Fee
- Adults: 14 EUR
- Children: 7 EUR
9. Estonian Open-Air Museum
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📁 Museum, Architecture, Ethnographic
Estonian Open-Air Museum – Highlights
- Proper reconstruction of a rural village
- Overview of Estonian vernacular architecture
- Collections of over 70 traditional buildings
- Farmyards, farmhouses, and old public buildings
Opening Hours
- 23 Apr – 28 Sep
- Daily: 10:00 – 20:00
- 29 Sep – 22 Apr
- Daily: 10:00 – 17:00
Entrance Fee
- 23 Apr – 28 Sep
- Adults: 9 EUR
- Children: 6 EUR
- 29 Sep – 22 Apr
- Adults: 7 EUR
- Children: 5 EUR
10. Kumu Art Museum
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📁 Museum, Art, Architecture
Kumu Art Museum – Highlights
- Headquarters of the Art Museum of Estonia
- Collections of Estonian classic and modern art
- Modern architecture with spacious exhibitions
- Rotating exhibits of renowned international art
Opening Hours
- Apr – Sep
- Tue-Wed: 10:00 – 18:00
- Thu: 10:00 – 20:00
- Fri-Sun: 10:00 – 18:00
- Mon: Closed
- Oct – Mar
- Wed: 10:00 – 18:00
- Thu: 10:00 – 20:00
- Fri-Sun: 10:00 – 18:00
- Mon-Tue: Closed
Entrance Fee
- Adults: 8 EUR
- Children: 6 EUR
Map of Top 10 Attractions in Tallinn
Author: Jeutravel.com
Date Published: 23 August 2017
Last Updated: 23 February 2018