8 Days in Tallinn: A Journey Through History and Nature

Anwer Belgaid

20 Dec 2023

Embark on an unforgettable adventure in Tallinn, where ancient marvels and breathtaking landscapes await. Discover the city's rich history at Eesti Kunstimuuseum and Kohtuotsa viewing platform. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Kadriorg Park and St Olaf's church. Experience the thrill of exploring the Bastion Tunnels and Toompea Castle. Get up close with wildlife at Tallinn Zoo. This 8-day itinerary is your ticket to an extraordinary Tallinn experience!

Trip to Tallinn

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Viator

Day 1Unveiling Art and History

$20

$ 4

Award-winning 7-story museum completed in 2006 & showcasing some two centuries of Estonian art.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$20

10 - 15 min

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Statue of an angel holding a cross on a granite base memorializing victims of the Rusalka shipwreck.

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Outdoor viewing platform offering views of the red roofs of Old Town, plus a seasonal cafe & events.

11:15 AM - 11:45 AM

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Free

Day 2Serenity in Kadriorg Park

$ 4

City park created in the 18th century, site of Kadriorg Palace, museums, monuments & formal gardens.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Baptist church built in 14th century with a 124m tower surviving several lightning strikes.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Chasing Waterfalls and Exploring Ruins

$ 7

This wide waterfall cascading into the Jägala River is also a scenic site when frozen in winter.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

26 - 32 min

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Preserved ruins of a 15th century monastery managed by Birgitine nuns also used for outdoor events.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

20 - 24 min

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Small, gardenlike area on the Toompea Hill slopes, also hosting the birthplace of the Danish flag.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 4A Bird's Eye View and Creative Vibes

$38

$ 4

Soaring, 314-m. communications tower with a glass-floored viewing platform on the 21st level.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$38

21 - 26 min

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Art-focused venue featuring studios, galleries & theaters along with cafes, bars & cultural events.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 5Stepping Back in Time at the Open Air Museum

$20

Immersive open-air museum featuring a reconstructed historic fishing village & walking trails.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$20

Day 6Secrets of the Underground and Majestic Castles

$20

Kiek in de Kök Museum and Bastion Tunnels

Restored cannon tower from the 15th century, now museum with exhibits & tours of secret tunnels.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$20

5 - 8 min

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Baroque castle built over a 9th century citadel & the present seat of the Parliament of Estonia.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

Day 7A Wild Encounter at Tallinn Zoo

$30

Big zoo featuring a vast range of animals in traditional & modern enclosures, plus a ropes course.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$30

Day 8Farewell to Tallinn

Budget breakdown: $144 In total

Activities & Food:$128

Transport:$17