Estonia · 3 days · 14 stops
3 days in Tallinn – a ready-made itinerary
Tallinn has one of the best-preserved medieval old towns in Europe, with city walls, towers and cobblestones. Day one covers the Old Town and Toompea hill, day two Kadriorg Park, day three the old industrial districts by the sea. The stops are in walking order.
In short
- Length
- 3 days, 14 stops
- Highlights
- Town Hall Square, Kadriorg Palace, Telliskivi Creative City, St. Olaf's Church, St. Catherine's Passage
- Where to stay
- Old Town, Kalamaja
- Getting around
- The Old Town is small and only makes sense on foot – the cobblestones are uneven, so wear comfortable shoes.
- Best time to go
- May to September is the most pleasant, with long evenings and terraces in the Old Town.
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Day 1
Old Town and Toompea
Town Hall Square
The main square with the Gothic town hall from the early 15th century. Still empty in the early morning.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Town Hall Squareabout 10 min on foot
St. Olaf's Church
The church with the tall spire, in the Middle Ages one of the tallest buildings in the world. The tower is open seasonally.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): St. Olaf's Churchabout 5 min on foot
St. Catherine's Passage
A narrow lane with old gravestones on the wall and small glass and ceramics workshops.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): St. Catherine's Passageabout 10 min on foot
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
Orthodox cathedral with onion domes on Toompea hill, opposite Parliament in Toompea Castle.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Alexander Nevsky Cathedralright next door
St. Mary's Cathedral (Dome Church)
The oldest church in the city, full of coats of arms of old noble families.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): St. Mary's Cathedral (Dome Church)right next door
Kohtuotsa viewing platform
The best-known view over the red roofs of the lower town to the harbour. The light is best in the late afternoon.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Kohtuotsa viewing platform
Day 2
Kadriorg
Trams run from the centre to Kadriorg, about 10–15 minutes. On foot it takes about 30 minutes.
Kadriorg Palace
A Baroque palace built for Peter the Great, now an art museum. The park with its swan pond is free to enter.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Kadriorg Palaceabout 5 min on foot
Kumu
The big museum of Estonian art on the edge of the park. It has a café for lunch.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Kumuabout 15 min on foot
Song Festival Grounds
The huge open-air stage of the song festivals, a key site of the 1988 Singing Revolution. Views over the bay.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Song Festival GroundsBy bus or tram back to the centre, about 15 min
Rotermann Quarter
An old factory district between the Old Town and the harbour, rebuilt with modern architecture, shops and restaurants.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Rotermann Quarter
Day 3
Kalamaja, Telliskivi and the harbour
Balti Jaama Market
Market hall at the railway station with fruit, bric-a-brac and food stalls from many countries.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Balti Jaama Marketabout 5 min on foot
Telliskivi Creative City
Former factory halls with shops, cafés, street art and exhibitions.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Telliskivi Creative Cityabout 15 min on foot
Kalamaja
An old fishermen's district with colourful wooden houses. Just walk a few streets towards the sea.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Kalamajaabout 10 min on foot
Seaplane Harbour
Maritime museum in old seaplane hangars, with a submarine you can look around inside.
On the map (OpenStreetMap): Seaplane Harbour
Good to know
Best time to go
May to September is the most pleasant, with long evenings and terraces in the Old Town. In summer many cruise ships dock, and the Old Town is crowded during the day. In December there is a Christmas market on Town Hall Square – but it is cold and dark early.
Getting around
The Old Town is small and only makes sense on foot – the cobblestones are uneven, so wear comfortable shoes. Trams and buses go to Kadriorg and Telliskivi; buy tickets via the app or by card. A tram runs from the airport to the centre in about 20 minutes.
Where to stay
Old Town
Right among the walls and towers. Short walks, but partly loud at night and more expensive.
Kalamaja
A wooden-house district next to Telliskivi and the station. Quieter, with cafés, and about 10 minutes' walk to the Old Town.
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Tallinn: frequently asked questions
Are 3 days enough for Tallinn?
Yes, comfortably. You can do the Old Town in one day and use the other two to see Kadriorg and the seaside districts at a relaxed pace.
Can you visit Tallinn as a day trip from Helsinki?
Yes, the ferry takes about two hours. One day is enough for the Old Town; for more, stay overnight.
What currency is used in Estonia?
The euro. Cards work almost everywhere, even in small cafés.
When is the Old Town busiest?
On summer days when cruise ships are in port. Early mornings and evenings are much quieter.
Plan created with AI support – please check opening hours, prices and routes before you go. Coordinates checked with Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap (Photon). Photo: Ben Bender, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons. More in Sources & licences. YesTrip is a trip planner, not a travel agency – nothing is booked.
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