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Welcome to Tallinn
Medieval, Modern and Romantic
The scenery in Tallinn’s Medieval Old Town, an enchanting neighbourhood of centuries-old streets, houses, towers and squares could be torn right out of the pages of a storybook. But the Tallinn story has a modern twist:
That same Old Town is lined by modern restaurants, cafés and on-trend clubs that give Tallinn a hazy energy and buzz. Visitors are often amazed by the modernity and upbeat style of Tallinn: The fashionable shops, the stylish interiors and the plush hotels. Visitors will find plenty to discover in the diversity of the mix of the old and the new of Tallinn.
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Useful information
Language
Estonia's official language is Estonian. English, German, Finnish, Russian and other languages are also understood and widely spoken.
Distance from pier to city center
Pier no 1, 17, 24, 25, 26, 27 : 1 km (0,6 mi)
Transportation to/from airport
Public transportation and taxis available.
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Transport to/from city center
Old City Harbour is located a short distance from the Medieval Old Town. Public transportation and taxis available. Shuttle service available at the request of the cruise line. Limousine service available.
City Card
The Tallinn Card is a
sightseeing pass which gives you free entry to over 40 top attractions and museums,
free travel on public transport, discounts to sightseeing tours, activities, shops and restaurants.
With Tallinn Card PLUS you also get free entry to the hop-on hop-off buses. More information: Visit website
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Port information
Old City Harbour is one of the biggest and busiest passenger harbours in the Baltic region. It is also the biggest passenger harbour for both Port of Tallinn and Estonia.
Berthing policy: Information available here
Covid-19 Information
There are currently no COVID-19 restrictions in any of the 31 Cruise Baltic destinations.
If the situation changes, this section will be updated with the necessary information regarding each port and destination.
Port Fees
Harbour dues (Currency/GT)
0.496 EUR/GTPassenger dues (Currency/PAX)
1.51 EURServices available for guests
Always available
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Selected attractions
Like most cities with an eight-hundred-year-old past, Tallinn is a patchwork of historic areas. The city's pride and joy is without a doubt its Medieval Old Town, but equally enchanting is the Kadriorg district, a throwback to the time when Estonia was ruled by the Russian Tsars. Other areas of Tallinn are perfect for those who want to get a glimpse of Soviet-era life, or just want to spend time in the great outdoors.
Medieval Old Town
Built up between 13th and 16th centuries.
Colourful, gabled houses, half-hidden courtyards,
guard towers, and grandiose churches.
Kohtuotsa & Patkuli viewing platforms
Sweeping panoramas of Old Town's rooftops and towers against the backdrop of the modern city skyline and the sea.
Tallinn Town Wall and Towers
With 1.9 km of its original city wall and 20 defensive towers still standing, Tallinn boasts one of Europe’s best preserved medieval fortifications.
St. Catherine's Passage
Easily the most picturesque of Old Town's lanes, this half-hidden walkway runs behind what used to be St. Catherine's Church.
Tallinn City Museum
Housed in a 14th century merchant house, this comprehensive museum provides an excellent introduction to Tallinn’s history.
Estonian History Museum
Located in the 15th century Great Guild Hall,
the museum covers Estonia's history from prehistoric times’
right up to the end of the 20th century.
Kadriorg Palace
Famed for its baroque palace and park
built for Peter the Great in 1718. The palace now houses
the Art Museum of Estonia.
Seaplane Harbour, Estonian Maritime Museum
Region's biggest sea centre and
maritime museum in century old
architecturally unique hangars.
Tallinn Song Festival Grounds
Home of the Estonian Song and Dance
Celebration, held every five years,
34.000 performers, 200.000 spectators.
Kalamaja and Telliskivi area
The Kalamaja area is known for its colourful wooden houses, bohemian cafés, trendy shops and the impressive Seaplane Harbour museum. The uber cool Telliskivi Creative City is home to some of the trendiest galleries in town, including the Tallinn branch of the renowned Fotografiska, the Swedish Museum of Photography.
Noblessner Seafront Quarter
Once the major submarine shipyard of Imperial Russia, it has now turned into a seafront quarter that is open to the people and to the sea. Noblessner seafront quarter has the spectacular PROTO Invention Factory, and the everchanging Kai art centre.
Exciting extras
Walk in the bohemian Kalamaja neighbourhood
Kalamaja is a trendy neighbourhood with charming wooden architecture. It's easy to reach on foot from the port, city centre or Old Town.
Have lunch in Telliskivi Creative City
Telliskivi Creative City is an artist-friendly complex located in a reclaimed factory area. It has become a popular hangout for shoppers and restaurant-goers.
Visit the Rotermann Quarter
For a true taste of 21st century Tallinn, take a stroll through this factory area turned bustling commercial/cultural centre with several restaurants and shops.
Travel back in time
The Estonian Open Air Museum, located in Tallinn's picturesque, seaside Rocca al Mare district, offers a glimpse into the country's rural lifestyle of the 18th to 20th centuries. The museum is arranged like a village with farm houses, school, mills, local shop and a tavern.
Make your own sweets
Try your hand at painting your own marzipan figurine
at Tallinn’s Marzipan Museum or
Kalev’s Chocolate Shop.
Enjoy high views
Tallinn TV Tower is Estonia’s tallest building boasting great views at the level of 170 m (558 f), fascinating exhibitions and interactive attractions.
Cruise promenade
The cruise promenade, which connects the seafront with the city
center, has opened the port area for the citizens and cruise guests of
Tallinn - the cruise terminal rooftop promenade has plenty of seating areas, a
restaurant, a children’s playground and outdoor gym.
Events
30 Jun
2023
2 Jul
2023
Song and Dance Festival 2023
Place:
Category: Music
Link: //2023.laulupidu.ee/en/
If you ask an Estonian to talk about Estonia, you are likely to hear about the Song and Dance Festival. Probably because the song and dance festival is not just a big summer event that takes place every five years, but it is a way of being that helps us to better understand ourselves and carries all the important values that we consider important as a nation - love for your country, language, culture, and customs.
6 Jul
2023
9 Jul
2023
Tallinn Medieval Days
Place:
Category: Arts & Handrafts
During the four days of the first full week of July of each year, the Tallinn Town Hall Square and the area around St. Nicholas Church turn into a blooming Hanseatic town. There is a medieval village on St. Nicholas hill. You can try your hand in various medieval workshops guided by masters, there are competitions to test your skill and strength, a small school for knights, sword fighters teach their skills and you can try your accuracy as an archer. Additionally, there are blacksmiths, carpenters, master builders and many other exciting things to see. Musicians and dancers from near and far show their art. There is also a medieval parade. Come to the medieval times with us!
14 Jul
2023
16 Jul
2023
Tallinn Maritime Days
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The Tallinn Maritime Days are a diverse and exciting summer festival, which has brought together more than a few hundred artists from Estonia and abroad for many years. All harbors have children’s areas, shopping streets, fish areas, and a design market. Guest ships will arrive in the capital for expositions and bay trips, and a sea taxi can be taken to move between the harbors. The Tallinn Maritime Days – the largest sea and family festival in Estonia.
4 Aug
2023
13 Aug
2021
Birgitta Festival
Place:
Category: Music
Birgitta Festival is one of the highlights of the summer's cultural calendar. The festival combines the dark charm of the medieval St Bridget’s Convent Ruins in Tallinn with the latest in modern musical theatre in all its variety and richness.
Varied Shore Excurions
A variety of guided and self-guided tours are available in Tallinn, starting from classic city walks to tasty food tours. More information on www.visittallinn.ee/eng/visitor/see-do/tours.
CLASSIC & POPULAR
Tallinn Walking Tour
Explore the cobblestoned streets and narrow alleyways of Old Tallinn by foot, visiting key points of Upper and Lower Old Town.
Tallinn Old Town Walking Tour + Kadriorg Park & Pirita
The tour starts with a traditional Old Town walking tour followed by a drive through the elegant Kadriorg Park and Pirita with sandy beaches and a promenade.
Flavours of Estonia
Is Estonian food Nordic cuisine with a twist, is it German or Russian? The guided tour in the Old Town investigates.
Family Walking Tour & Marzipan Workshop
This tour is tailored for families with children. It starts with a walk in the historic Old Town and includes a visit to the Town Wall. The tour stops at the Marzipan Gallery, where you can mould and paint your very own marzipan figurines.
Tallinn City Tour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
Explore the closer and further areas of Tallinn with easy hop-on, hop-off buses. There are four tours to explore and audioguides available in ten different languages.
Audioguide Tallinn Old Town Walking Tour
Why not D-I-Y with the help of an audioguide device. The guide provides fascinating, narrated insights into history and culture of the Medieval Old Town as you wander around.
FUN & ADVENTUROUS
Tales of Reval
Tales of Reval gives you the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of glorious Hanseatic merchants. Transport yourself to the Middle Ages through engaging stories and legends dating back to 1219 AD.
Modern Tallinn & Street Art
Within this tour, you will walk around in an interesting hipster district visiting places such as Baltic Train Station, it’s market, Depoo, and Telliskivi Cultural City. Most of the walk is accompanied by lovely street art which will be introduced as well.
Kalamaja Bike Tour
This tour takes you beyond the touristy Old Town to the hip Kalamaja district, Seaplane Harbour, Patarei Prison and to the phenomenal Telliskivi Creative City. Over the market visit to Balti Jaam Market local delicacies will be bought and later tasted in KamaKama Studio.
Visit Tallinn selection of tours
https://visittallinn.ee/eng/visitor/see-do/things-to-do/tours
Contacts
Port of Tallinn
Ingrid Berezin
Cruise & Ferry Manager
Port of Tallinn
Sirle Arro
Head of Marketing