Tallinn Historic Sites

Historic Sites in Tallinn, Estonia

Tallinn Historic Sites

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  • RobDog33
    Dublin, Ireland373 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great views of the city, there are lots of steps to get up here it is worth it in the end, a great view all the old buildings that Tallin offers
    Written July 30, 2024
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  • jbg74
    Saint Paul, MN1,099 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was an excellent art museum. There is a fair amount of modern art which I am mostly not a fan of, but there was a great collection of Soviet era art and an even better collection of 19th and early 20th century Estonian art. There were a couple of good collections of Surrealist art too. I was pleasantly surprised at the quality of art and presentation. It is a world class art museum, well worth visiting.
    Written September 8, 2024
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  • Stefanie H
    Lincoln, NE1,745 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Tallinn has a wonderfully preserved series of medieval towers and walls, and they are all very easy to find in the historic center. The entry into the center takes you through a beautiful set of walls, along with the Fat Margaret tower. Highly recommend a walk along the walls!
    Written July 28, 2024
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  • GlobeRunner22
    Sydney, Australia304 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I loved my visit. They don't normally open for visits after August, especially not individual visitors. Only groups can visit and by appointment only.

    I contacted the Town Hall well ahead of my visit and Tuuli was kind enough to arrange a visit for me by appointment today. I am very thankful for this.

    I had the whole place to myself and spent about an hour there. The security guard who opened the door for me at my designated appointment time was also lovely and so very helpful. She even showed me a part of the remaining original old town wall running through the male toilers downstairs.

    The Town Hall is an amazing place to visit if you are in Tallinn. Allow an hour to see everything comfortably. The attic was not open for me nor was the tower unfortunately. If those are open you will need 1.5 hrs.

    Thank you Tuuli and the Town Hall for allowing me to visit this special place.
    Written September 23, 2024
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  • CodyDC
    Washington DC, DC6,965 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Stopped here as part of the a walking tour of old town, the spot offers nice views of old town, specifically the lower old town. Nice photo opportunities.
    Written June 30, 2024
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  • Calm Explorer
    15 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The ruins were an interesting sight especially the big facade is very impressive. There are info point here and there which give out nice information, how ever it would be nice to understand the structures more in detail and how the life in the convent would have been like. The ticket machine was broken (it couldn't print out paper) so we got in when someone else got out. It would be nice that the entrance would be more accessible and not dependent on the wits of the tourist. Pirita beach and Metsakalmistu are nearby sights that can be reached by car or bike.
    Written August 27, 2023
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  • liucy752
    Taipei, Taiwan1,655 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a historic pharmacy. The pharmacy is one of the oldest still operating pharmacies in Europe. It having been in business since the 15th century. Now has become a popular tourist spot in Tallinn.

    There is a small museum inside the pharmacy, displaying antique pharmacy equipment and historical materials. Well worth a visit.
    Written August 26, 2024
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  • LostInTime
    Pittsburgh, PA23,050 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This place cost 5 euros to go in. It appears really old. It looks to be part of a larger facility and this is what remains. It’s interesting to see things so old that are still standing. They have staged a lot of artwork inside, I’m not sure why.
    Written June 13, 2023
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  • chrissieb94
    Dorset, UK3,192 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This building is the former headquarters of the Brotherhood of the Blackheads. Back in history they were ship owners and merchants during the Middle Ages. They were also in Latvia. They fled to Germany when the Soviets occupied the Baltic states in 1940. Today the house comprises of halls and other rooms used for events like concerts, conferences and receptions. There are some amazing stone crests around the door. The door itself has beautiful carving.
    Written August 29, 2023
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  • 2013CTB
    Atlanta, GA217 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Interesting little museum. Well worth the time to tour. e sure and catch the short video in the basement. The entire museum is only anout4-5 rooms, but you get some great insights about an important figure in history.
    Written June 19, 2022
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  • TheDumbuser
    Dudelange, Luxembourg70 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice museum and interesting exhibition. It's a very small museum and even when having a bigger interest in the art of photography it's a max 20 minutes look around. So you can consider it as a pro or con.
    Written February 12, 2023
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  • Shavy
    Roeselare, Belgium7,169 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    There were two different price 10€ for the four towers only and 14€ for a combination ticket - Four towers plus Bastion tunnels. We only pay for the towers and walkthrough the wall although it was pricey, it's worth the price.
    Written November 24, 2019
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  • TheShis
    Tel Aviv, Israel42,755 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a fantastic looking tower, which is part of the ancient wall surrounding the old town of Tallinn.
    The tower, along its nearby towers provide some wonderful photo-ops.
    Written October 28, 2023
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  • mWrite
    Helsinki, Finland1,322 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This Palace has also very nice park. We passed through it on the way to Old Town. Previously there was a movie theatre Grand Marina, which was destroyed by the war and House of the Officers of the Fleet built by the Russians 1953 with neoclassical park. The house is now Russian Cultural Center. The park got statue "Boys with umbrella" by Mare Mikofi in 2008.
    Written August 20, 2018
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  • Sara
    Paris, France357 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Not too many stairs, so it won’t be challenging for you to enjoy nice views of the city. The ticket is only 3 Euros which is certainly worth it.
    Written March 9, 2020
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