Things to do in Tallinn

Reidi tee, 10120 Tallinn, Estonia

Park

Vabaduse väljak 9, 10142 Tallinn, Estonia

Historic square & symbol of independence featuring modern cafes, art galleries, benches & monuments.

Vesilennuki tn 6, 10145 Tallinn, Estonia

Maritime museum in a 16th-century tower with a submarine & a sunken ship from the 1560s.

Raua tn 23, 10124 Tallinn, Estonia

Sauna

Kalasadama tn, 10415 Tallinn, Estonia

Marina

Raekoja plats 1, 10146 Tallinn, Estonia

In the city, a Gothic town hall on the main square. It suits a classic old-town stop; concerts and tours are listed at the venue.

10111 Tallinn, Estonia

Park

Narva mnt 95, 10127 Tallinn, Estonia

Live music venue

Raekoja plats 1, 10146 Tallinn, Estonia

In the city, a Gothic town hall on the main square. It suits a classic old-town stop; concerts and tours are listed at the venue.

Telliskivi tn 60a, 10412 Tallinn, Estonia

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

Komandandi tee 2, 10130 Tallinn, Estonia

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

Kloostrimetsa tee 58a, 15026 Tallinn, Estonia

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

Lossi plats 1a, 15165 Tallinn, Estonia

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

Pirita tee 1, 10127 Tallinn, Estonia

In the city, a seaside monument on Pirita tee. It suits a short stop near the waterfront; it is easy to combine with other eastern shore sights.

A. Weizenbergi tn 37, 10127 Tallinn, Estonia

In the city, a baroque palace museum for foreign art. It suits a slower culture visit; late opening gives you more flexibility.

Männiku tee 106, 11216 Tallinn, Estonia

Amusement center

Vabaõhumuuseumi tee 12, 13521 Tallinn, Estonia

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

Peetri tn 10, 10415 Tallinn, Estonia

In the city, an indoor family attraction with a hands-on science feel. It suits children and curious adults; it is also listed as a museum.

Tondiraba tn 11, 13916 Tallinn, Estonia

In the city, a tennis centre on the eastern side of Tallinn. It suits active visitors looking for a court-based outing; it is away from the old town.

11215 Tallinn, Estonia

A short trip from the centre, a scenic bog tower. It suits an outdoorsy detour and a quick viewpoint stop; late opening makes it useful near sunset.

Telliskivi tn 60a-8, 10412 Tallinn, Estonia

Art museum

Laulukaar, Narva mnt 95, 10127 Tallinn, Estonia

Concert hall

Estonia pst 4, 10148 Tallinn, Estonia

Opera house

In Tallinn, this is a zoo focused on parrots and other animals. It suits families looking for a simple indoor stop, and the Valli tn 4 location keeps it central.

In Tallinn, this park has grassy areas, a playground and medieval towers on one side. It works well for families who want some outdoor time, and the central Nunne tn 4 address is easy to reach.

In Tallinn, this is an amusement centre for children and active play. It suits families who want a dedicated indoor outing, and Mustamäe tee 50 is useful if you are heading west of the centre.

Playground

In Tallinn, this is another amusement centre with a family focus. It suits children who need space to burn off energy, and Laki tn 1 is straightforward to plan around.

Indoor playground

In Tallinn, this is a Turkish restaurant on Kopli tn 4a. It suits families after a meal with a casual setting, and the central-leaning location works well for an easy lunch or dinner.

An indoor playground.

"Located in Lasnamäe, not the old town."

A 314-metre communications tower with a glass-floored viewing platform on the 21st level.

"Leave time for the trip out to the tower."

In Tallinn, this is an amusement centre on Narva mnt 7a. It suits families who want an active indoor-style stop, and the location is close enough to fold into a city day.

In Tallinn, this is a zoo stop focused on tropical animals and indoor viewing. It suits families who want a longer animal visit, and the Paldiski mnt 145 address is useful for a fuller half-day.

In Tallinn, this is the city's largest shopping centre, with retailers, restaurants and a kids' play area. It suits families wanting an all-in-one indoor stop, and Suur-Sõjamäe tn 4 is easy to reach by planning it as part of a mall visit.

Museum

Playground

In Tallinn, this is an indoor playground in Kopli. It suits families looking for a rainy-day option, and Kopli tn 25 is useful if you are staying on the peninsula.

In Tallinn, this is the city zoo with a wide range of animals in traditional and modern enclosures. It suits families and anyone who wants a longer animal-focused visit, and Paldiski mnt 145 is best treated as a dedicated trip.

In Tallinn, this is a cooking-focused service on Lootsi tn 8. It suits families or small groups looking for a hands-on indoor activity, and the harbour-side location is convenient if you are nearby.

Italian restaurant

A maritime museum in a 16th-century tower, with a submarine and a sunken ship from the 1560s.

"Allow time for the exhibits beyond the main vessel display."

A seven-storey museum showing around two centuries of Estonian art.

"Set aside enough time for multiple floors."

An open-air museum with a reconstructed fishing village and walking trails.

"Best for a slower visit in dry weather."

Foreign art museum in a baroque palace erected in the 18th century by Tsar Peter the Great.

"It opens late, so it can work well later in the day."

A historic venue with displays and artefacts on Estonian culture and politics.

"Works well as part of a broader east-side outing."

Check current opening hours before visiting.

"Check the current programme before you go."

A restored 15th-century cannon tower with exhibits and tours of secret tunnels.

"Check tunnel tour timings in advance."

A 314-metre communications tower with a glass-floored viewing platform on the 21st level.

"Leave time for the trip out to the tower."

Exhibits on Estonia’s seafaring history in a 16th-century tower, with rooftop city views.

"Useful if you want old-town sightseeing with a museum stop."

An ecclesiastical art museum in a landmark 13th-century church restored after WWII bombing.

"A good rainy-day fallback in the old town."

A pharmacy dating to 1422, still in use, with a small museum of medicinal remedies.

"Easy to combine with a walk through Raekoja plats."

An open-air museum in Pringi, a day trip from Tallinn. It suits visitors who want a coastal village setting with historic buildings and an outdoor museum format. Go when you have enough time for the journey.

Amusement center

"Handy for families looking for an indoor outing."

An exhibit-led museum on the German and Soviet occupations from 1939 to 1991.

A large city park in Tallinn with formal gardens, monuments and museums. It suits an easy wander, especially if you want a classic park visit without leaving the city. The late opening gives you extra time for a relaxed walk.

In the city, this is a large live-music venue with late opening. It suits an event night or a wider cultural outing; check the venue site for what is on.

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

Kloostrimetsa tee 52, 11913 Tallinn, Estonia

A botanical garden in Tallinn. Go for a sheltered dose of greenery if you want a change from the city streets; it suits slow, low-key visits. Bring a light waterproof layer, since the setting is still outdoors.

17171 Tallinn, Estonia

A national park trail area in Tallinn. It suits walkers who want a longer stretch outside the centre; the late opening gives you some flexibility. Check your footwear before setting out.

Kalmistu tee 8b, Rohuneeme, 74012 Harju maakond, Estonia

Scenic spot

Pirita, 11911 Tallinn, Estonia

A hiking area in Tallinn. It suits walkers who want an easy outdoor route without leaving the city for long. Late opening makes it useful when you want to head out later in the day.

Paljassaare tee 52, 10313 Tallinn, Estonia

A scenic spot in Tallinn. It is best for a brief stop if you are already in the Paljassaare area; it suits visitors looking for a quieter waterside pause. Keep the visit simple and weather-aware.

Tähetorni tn 2a, 11625 Tallinn, Estonia

Park

Paljassaare tee 52, Tallinn, Estonia

Scenic spot

Rohuneeme tee 53a, Pringi, 74011 Harju maakond, Estonia

An open-air museum in Pringi, a day trip from Tallinn. It suits visitors who want a coastal village setting with historic buildings and an outdoor museum format. Go when you have enough time for the journey.

L. Koidula tn 21, 10127 Tallinn, Estonia

An amusement park in Tallinn. It suits families and anyone wanting a simple outdoor stop near Kadriorg. Check the weather before you go, since it is fully outdoors.

Paldiski mnt 145, 13522 Tallinn, Estonia

Zoo

L. Koidula tn 34a, 15050 Tallinn, Estonia

A large city park in Tallinn with formal gardens, monuments and museums. It suits an easy wander, especially if you want a classic park visit without leaving the city. The late opening gives you extra time for a relaxed walk.

Kohtu tn 12, 10130 Tallinn, Estonia

An outdoor viewing platform in Tallinn. Go for the old town roofline views, plus a seasonal cafe if it is open; it suits first-time visitors and anyone wanting a short scenic stop. Late opening makes it useful near sunset.

Lühike jalg 9, 10130 Tallinn, Estonia

A small garden on Toompea Hill in Tallinn. It suits a quick stop between old town sights and gives you a compact green pause in the centre. Keep it as part of a longer walk rather than a standalone outing.

Lubja, 74010 Harju County, Estonia

A campground in Lubja, a short trip from Tallinn. It suits visitors looking for an outdoor base rather than a city attraction. Treat it as a practical stop if you are heading out of town.

Tabasalu, 76901 Harju County, Estonia

Hiking area

Põhja-Tallinn, 10313 Tallinn, Estonia

Hiking area