Excursions in Tallinn

Chimney sweeps in Tallinn still wear the 19th-century uniform. If you face one of them, be sure to touch the brass button. The myth says that it brings good luck. You can learn a lot of urban legends during a tour with an English-speaking guide who will be happy to share local folklore with you.

Fabulous Old Town

A sightseeing tour of the Old Town will take you back to the Middle Ages. The narrow cobbled streets are built-up with charming houses in pastel colors, each of which boasts an original door. Don't forget to visit:

• the Gothic Town Hall;
• Alexander Nevsky Cathedral;
• a pharmacy that has been operating since 1422.

You can walk through the city streets with a tour or on your own and visit Toompea Hill, on top of which there is the garden of the Danish king and the Church of St. Nicholas.

Admire the city from the top of the Tower of St. Olav. You will have to overcome 258 steps before Tallinn spread out before you. Your guide, who probably knows the hours with the least crowding, will help you avoid the crowd.

Fancy locations in Tallinn

Maritime Museum Seaplane Harbour presents Basilisque the ship, sailing ships, boats, and naval mines. The Fat Margaret Cannon Tower invites you to delve into the history of Estonian navigation and fishing from prehistoric times to the present. The exhibition is divided into four floors. You can finish the tour on the roof, which offers a magnificent view of the passenger harbor, the center and the roofs of the Old Town.

According to the guides, Kadriorg Palace is a monument of true love, erected by order of Peter the Great for Catherine. The optimal time to visit this place is late spring or early summer. In autumn and winter, a walk through the park will be more interesting in the company of a guide.

Nature lovers should visit the Estonian National Park, which is located in an hour's drive from Tallinn. You will find picturesque forests and a walk on boardwalks through the Viru swamp.