About Tallinn
Tallinn is the capital of Estonia, home to around 394,024 people.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Tallinn
1
Toompea Castle
2
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
3
St. Mary's Cathedral
4
Stenbock House
5
Estonian Knighthood House
6
Viru Gate
7
Town Hall Square
8
Town Hall
Budget travel
Free things to do in Tallinn
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
St. Mary's Cathedral
Viru Gate
Town Hall Square
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Toompea Castle
- Visit Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
- Visit St. Mary's Cathedral
- Eat at Maiasmokk
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Stenbock House
- Visit Estonian Knighthood House
- Visit Viru Gate
- Eat at Pub Kompressor
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Town Hall Square
- Visit Town Hall
- Visit Medieval Days
- Eat at III Draakon
Where to eat
Maiasmokk
Pub Kompressor
III Draakon
Pizza Grande
Loca
F-hoone
Kohvik Narva
Puffid bakery
Where to stay
- 16EUR Hostel
- Alur Hostel
- Euphoria
- Fat Margeret's
- Flying Kiwi Backpackers
Shopping
- Viru Keskus
- Foorum Keskus
- Kaubamaja
- Melon Kaubanduskeskus
- Stockmann
- Rocca al Mare kaubanduskeskus
Nightlife
- Café Mademoiselle
- Wabadus Kohvik
- Beer House
- The Dubliner
- Drink Baar
- Hell Hunt
Museums & culture
- Toompea Castle
- Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
- St. Mary's Cathedral
In pictures
Tallinn gallery
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