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2-hour Tallinn Old Town walking tour

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This private walking tour of Tallinn's Old Town with our local guides is a great way to discover Tallinn and get immediate answers to questions you might have.

Enjoy historic tales of bygone eras and colourful legends told to you by our tour guides. Tallinn’s Old Town, a UNESCO world heritage site and is often referred to as the “Jewel of the Baltic.” The city offers architecture from Gothic to Baroque and Renaissance, from Art Deco to Soviet. Immerse yourself within a history rich in war and culture, intrigue and chivalry.

It is our hope to share with you our knowledge of and enthusiasm for everyday life in medieval Tallinn: how the city functioned, who lived here and why did so many large nation such as Russia, Denmark, Sweden, Poland and the Teutonic Order fight over this small piece of land for centuries.

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  • Private Tour Guide
  • Gratuities
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Tallinna raekoda
10146 Tallinn, Estonia

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Tallinn City Hall

Tallinn's Town Hall dates back to 1404 and is the oldest suriving town hall in all of Northern Europe and the only one with a true Gothic exterior and interior. Here we will explain the function of the city council and the autonomy of Lower Tallinn throughout the centuries.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St Mary's Cathedral

St Mary's Cathedral (also knows as the Dome Church) stand on the location of one of the first ever churches built in Estonia (possible even THE oldest). A church has stood here since 1219. Learn about different religions in Estonia and why it was the last building in Tallinn to covert to Lutheran Christianity.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

This Russian Orthodox cathedral was finished in 1900 and built during a trying time in Estonian history. Learn of it's heritage and what sets it apart from other buildings nearby.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Danish King's Garden

This quaint garden located on the boarder between Upper and Lower Tallinn is a great location to learn about Danish heritage in Estonia and why the year 1219 is important for Estonians and Danes alike
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Patkuli Viewing Platform

This is a wonderful little photo-stop where you can take breathtaking pictures of Tallinn's Lower Old Town from an elevated position as well as view of the Baltic sea and the surrounding area.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 2-hour Tallinn Old Town walking tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

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