Exploring Old Town. Start at the Tall Herman Tower and explore the medieval world behind the old stone walls. Views to catch include the Baroque Toompea Castle, now the residence of the Estonian Parliament; Town Hall Square and Tallinn's Gothic Town Hall; and the Holy Ghost Church,…
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Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
This lovely Russian Orthodox church is a dominating feature of Upper Town's city skyline. Inside are numerous golden icons and mosaics. - Museum
Estonian Open Air Museum
The Estonian Open Air Museum offers visitors a glimpse at 18th and 19th century rural life, and while the exhibits themselves aren't particularly engaging, the idyllic natural setting makes for a lovely afternoon walk. Located by the bay in Tallinn's Rocca al Mare neighborhood, the…Rocca al Mare
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KUMU
KUMU (short for Kunstimuuseum, "art museum" in English) holds pride of place in the hearts of Estonians, both for its impressive modern architecture and its collection of Estonian art from the 18th century onward. The imposing geometric building is itself a masterwork, designed by…Kadriorg - Museum
Kadriorg Palace
In 1725, when Estonia was part of the Russian empire, Tsar Peter the Great built a summer palace in Tallinn for his wife Catherine. She didn't visit much, but the grand residence and surrounding gardens remain a favorite spot for nature-loving Estonians today. Kadriorg (literal…Kadriorg - Museum
Seaplane Harbour
Tallinn's relatively new and buzzed-about Seaplane Harbour museum brings Estonian maritime history to life with interactive exhibits and multimedia features. The structure alone is worth seeing: in 2012, the Estonian Maritime Museum renovated a seaplane hangar originally constructed…Kalamaja - Religious Site
The Dome Church
Also known as St. Mary's, this church is of Gothic design. Inside are more than 100 medieval coats of arms.
Tallinn Shopping
Shop here for handicrafts, hand-knit woolen sweaters, ceramics, leather goods, amber jewelry, and artwork. Small shops can be found in the center of town.
