Free Walking Tours Tallinn

The old city of Tallinn, located on the Baltic Sea coast, is the cultural heart of Estonia. Its medieval layout, cobblestone streets and baroque and gothic architecture give Tallinn a unique character. Book your seat on one of the many Free Walking Tours in Tallinn and get to know the history of the city and its most beautiful landmarks. Tallinn is a small and compact city, so a walking tour led by a charming local guide is the best way to immerse yourself in the local culture. On a fun City Tour Tallinn Essential, you will learn basic facts about Tallinn's history, culture and architecture; all while making new friends and hearing lots of fun anecdotes. If you are interested in learning about Tallinn's Soviet past, don’t miss the Free Tour of Communist Tallinn to travel back to a dramatic period that marked the entire country. In addition, a Ghost Free Tour by night is a fun activity to learn about local folklore.

With Tallin Free Walking Tours, you can spend days exploring the fairy-tale Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Your guide will take you for a stroll through medieval lanes and show you the modern Town Hall Square, a natural magnet for people that becomes engulfed in cafe tables during the summer. Also, you will stop by St. Catherine’s Passage to take gorgeous pictures under the passage behind St. Catherine’s Church. And, of course, no Free Tour in Tallinn is complete without making a stop at the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, one of the top landmarks in the city. This Orthodox 19th-century cathedral sits in the heart of the city and is adorned with striking details and an incredible onion-dome. Other must-see sights in the Old Town include the Niguliste Museum, a former church and now an art museum, and the Viru Gate. If you want to explore further, head up to the top of Toompea Hill, where you can find Toompea Castle and stunning views of the city.

Tallinn may be small, but it is jam-packed with attractions for all visitors. Spend your days wandering around the old town, stopping off at the many great restaurants offering traditional Estonian delights such as homemade cheese and honey beer. You can also experience medieval cuisine at Olde Hansa and Kolmas Draakon, who cook their dishes using medieval recipes. Old Town is also the place to go for the best nightlife in Tallinn. Dance the night away surrounded by beautiful medieval architecture. Head to the harbor and visit the Seaplane Harbor, a fascinating museum dedicated to Estonia’s maritime heritage and located in an old seaplane hangar. If you have some more time, take a day trip out to Lahemaa National Park. This breathe-taking and diverse place has a variety of animals from moose to bears. Another popular day trip is Haapsalu, a small town where you can experience Estonian culture and spectacular sandy white beaches!