Top Tallinn Sightseeing Tours

Exploring a city with friends who live there is one of the best ways to get to know it. This customizable tour delivers—connecting you with a friendly local who’ll show you around Tallinn, rather than basing your discoveries on a set itinerary. Meet your Tallinn local, and enjoy a personalized walking tour to get your bearings and their take on places to see, explore, and eat at.

Delve deeper into Tallinn Old Town than you probably could alone with this private walking tour. With a guide to help navigate the Lower and Upper Town (Toompea), you’ll cover the sights and get the full picture on their history. Plus, explore Tallinn’s past below-ground with entry to the Bastion Passages—centuries-old city tunnels—and the Carved Stone Museum, whose underground chambers brim with historical tombstones, coats-of-arms, and pillars.

Many shore excursions take visitors to the main attractions and little else. This guided tour from Tallinn takes you to see the city's top sights but also beyond the Old Town to a residential area to learn about the Soviet era; into the surrounding countryside to see Estonia's biggest waterfall, and to a small town to visit a craft brewery and taste local brews and cheeses.

Ascend via elevator to the observation deck on the Tallinn TV Tower, the tallest structure in Estonia. The tower itself is 314 meters (1030 feet), while the observation deck sits at 170 meters (558 feet). You receive a time slot for making your visit; it is recommended you arrive about 15 minutes prior. You can also take time to look at the historic and cultural exhibits on the ground floor.

Discover the highlights of the Estonian capital on this 4-hour guided tour of Tallinn. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage listed Old Town; admire landmarks including St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, St Olav’s Church, and Toompea Castle; and visit Kadriorg Palace, Tallinn Song Festival Grounds, and the Pirita Convent.

Escape from Tallinn for a visit to Lahemaa National Park, Estonia's oldest and largest national park. Drive around the park with a local guide who will fill you in on Estonian history as you go. Along the way you'll discover sandy shorelines, wander among bogs, stumble upon old Soviet ruins like an abandoned submarine station and see exquisite centuries-old manor houses. There'll also be some time to explore Käsmu, known as 'the captain's village.' Participants on this day trip are limited to 8 people, assuring a more personalized experience.

Eat your way through Estonia on this small-group food tour. Follow a friendly local guide around town and stop at several local food venues for delicious treats. Possible stops include street stalls, a medieval-themed tavern, local cafes, a chocolate museum, a nearby market, and a few surprises. Get a unique experience of the city and enjoy a meal (or several!) at the same time on this fun food tour for the whole family.

Swap city sightseeing for a trip to a natural wonder that lies east of Tallinn—Lahemaa National Park. Instead of organizing your own transport and studying a map, this guided tour makes it easy to explore the vast outdoor landscape without the worry of getting lost. Visit Jägala waterfall, Sagadi Manor, Altja village, and finally—Viru Bog to explore its forest path and boardwalk.

With limited time in port in Tallinn, a bike tour is a fun way to maximize your time and explore the city’s many attractions. On this 3-hour tour, cycle out to the Peter the Great Summer Palace, glide along the seafront promenade, and admire the medieval buildings in Tallinn’s UNESCO-listed Old Town.

Discover the historic monuments of Tallinn and get a taste of Estonian cuisine on this half-day bike tour. Cycle around the UNESCO World Heritage listed Old Town, explore Tallinn neighborhoods such as Kalamaja and Volta, and stop at artisan shops, restaurants, and street stalls to sample a variety of local specialties.

Get to know medieval and modern Tallinn on a private 3-hour tour. Exploring by foot and air-conditioned vehicle, see the city's highlights as you uncover its colorful past. Admire the palace at leafy Kadriorg, explore seaside Pirita and stroll around the medieval Old Town to view must-sees such as Old Town Square and climb Toompea Hill for panoramic views. The tour includes hotel or cruise port pickup, and a flexible itinerary so you can tailor your sightseeing around you. Price is per group, based on a maximum of eight people.

See Tallinn like never before during this 2.5-hour bicycle tour. After getting outfitted with a bicycle you’ll follow your expert guide to important tourist sites such as the Presidential Palace, Song Festival Grounds and WWII Memorial. Tread in the footsteps of world-class athletes at Olympic Center, host of the 1980 games, and relive the days of Catherine the First at Kadriorg Palace. This is an ideal tour for people of any age and ability, and covers approximately 10 miles (16 km) by bike. 

This full-day private tour of Tallinn offers an essential introduction to the Estonian capital along with its history and culture. You’ll explore the medieval squares and churches of Tallinn’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, admire Tsar Peter the Great’s palace in Kadriorg Park, and view modern landmarks including Tallinn's Soviet-era TV Tower. The tour also includes a visit to the seaside village of Viimsi for an introduction to Estonian folklife.

Travel back in time during this private 3-hour city tour of Tallinn’s historic sites. The first half of the tour will be by bus, and will cover Kadriorg Palace and Park, the UNESCO Heritage-listed Tallinn Song Festival Grounds and the ruins of the Pirita Convent. In the city’s old town you’ll embark on foot, visiting places like the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral (Russian Orthodox) and St. Mary’s Cathedral (Lutheran), among other stops. Discover Toompea Castle and the Estonian Parliament in Upper Town and visit the oldest operating pharmacy in the world in Lower Town. At the end of the tour your friendly guide will set you loose to explore on your own, offering suggestions for the top local attractions.

Learn about the legends of Tallinn past as well as the ghost and ghouls that haunt its streets on a 2-hour walking tour of Old Town. Wonder its cobbled streets at night, hearing tales of centuries-old figures who supposedly still exist in the evening shadows. Visit places like the old wall and towers that once protected the city and St. Catherine's Passage, a medieval street with large tombstones decorating its walls. 

Make the most of your visit to Tallinn by exploring the city’s UNESCO-listed Old Town with a private guide. Learn all about the Estonian capital’s long history as you view the well-preserved medieval architecture of landmarks such as the House of the Blackheads and the Great Guild Hall. This lively and engaging tour is suitable for children, who may particularly enjoy sampling the goods at the Kalev Marzipan Factory Museum.

Set out from Tallinn on a day trip to Paldiski, a former Soviet naval base known for its spectacular coastal limestone cliffs. A local guide with show you around this once closed military town, providing insight into its fascinating history. Along the way you'll visit an old prison quarry and Estonia's third largest waterfall, as well the stunning Keila-Joa Manor—known for it's Neo Gothic style of architecture. You'll even have an opportunity to explore the cockpit of a plane once belong to Soviet military. 

Get dressed up in medieval period costumes for a session with a professional photographer. Don costumes and pick up period weapons and props to create memorable photographs for groups of up to 10 people. A large 8x12 inch photograph is included in the session.  

Escape the crowds and experience Tallinn before the tour groups arrive on an early morning running tour. Enjoy a scenic 1-hour run along the seafront promenade and around Tallinn’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, stopping along the way to admire the beautiful medieval buildings or take photos.

Leave Tallinn behind on a day trip to Prangli Island, known for its rugged coastlines and rural landscape. Arrive via ferry and set out on a guided tour aboard an open-bed truck, taking in the surrounding scenery and local attractions like a museum showcasing islander history. Savor lunch at a seaside restaurant, meander along an unspoiled beach and simply enjoy the slower pace and relaxed way of life.

Set free your inner beer connoisseur on this beer-tasting tour of Tallinn. Follow your guide to different bars and cafes as you try some of the most popular craft beers in Estonia’s capital city. Along the way, learn more about the Estonian characteristics of each tasting, and get more familiar with the beer culture in Tallinn.

With its rich history and stunning medieval architecture, Tallinn is a city that rewards exploration. This half-day private sightseeing tour offers a chance to delve into the Estonian capital with a guide, visiting its essential landmarks while learning the stories behind the sites. From the UNESCO-listed Old Town to the districts of Kadriorg and Pirita, you’ll receive a thorough introduction to Tallinn.

Unique walking tour with a lot of tales about medieval Tallinn - get to know the most interesting stories from our history. How the city of Tallinn came to be, what was its importance in medieval politics, why the Danes regularly give us their flag, and what legends still influence our lives here. No boring dates and unknown names, these are Tallinn Tales!