Travel guide · Estonia
Tallinn: what to see and when to go
Tallinn is Estonia's capital and has one of Europe's best-preserved medieval old towns, with walls, towers and a Gothic town hall square. It is also a digital, creative city, where old industrial districts have become bars, markets and design shops.
What to see and do in Tallinn
The Lower Town
Town Hall Square and the walls and towers of the medieval old town (UNESCO).
Toompea
The upper town, with viewing platforms over red roofs and the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.
Kalamaja and Telliskivi
Wooden houses and a creative factory district with food stalls and a flea market.
Kadriorg
A Baroque palace and park built by Peter the Great, next to the Kumu art museum.
Lahemaa National Park
Forests, bogs and manor houses, about an hour east of the city.
Best time to go
The most pleasant months: May.
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 2 hr, 45 min | ≈ €170 · See flights |
| New York | 9 hr | ≈ €510 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 12 hr, 15 min | ≈ €580 · See flights |
| Dubai | 6 hr, 15 min | ≈ €380 · See flights |
| Singapore | 12 hr, 30 min | ≈ €590 · See flights |
| Sydney | 20 hr | ≈ €770 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €400 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- Estonia
- Currency
- Euro
- Good for
- city · culture
- How long to stay
- 2–3 days
- Where to stay
- The Old Town for atmosphere; Kalamaja or Rotermann for modern apartments and restaurants.Find a place to stay in Tallinn
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Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in Tallinn and when should you go?
The most pleasant months: May. Average highs range from -1° in January to 22° in July.
How many days do you need in Tallinn?
2 to 3 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in Tallinn cost?
Accommodation runs at around €70 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €400 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 2 hr, 45 min.
Where should you stay in Tallinn?
The Old Town for atmosphere; Kalamaja or Rotermann for modern apartments and restaurants.
