Things To Do In Tallinn
Love It!
Why We Love Tallinn
It's thirsty.
Tallinn is certainly a destination that enjoys a little drinkipoos. It has some friendly bars and lethal local spirits!
It's different.
The food, the activities, the patriotism, Estonia is a country that is proud to do things differently!
It's active.
The activities and adventures on offer really do stand out. Huge challenges await suitably daring groups.
Move It!
How To Get Around Tallinn
The city centre has some largely pedestrianised areas and is mostly accessible by foot which is easier for groups.
If you are heading further afield there is a network of buses, trams and trolleybuses in operation across the city.
For the best value for money grab a SmartCard at one of the city centre kiosks which give you unlimited travel during your stay.
Nightlife
Things To Do In Tallinn At Night
If you're looking for things to do in Tallinn at night the world is your lobster! Tallinn has a great choice of activities for groups of all shapes and sizes: medieval banquets, VIP nightclub entry, guided bar crawls, you can share laughs, break bread, see the city and raise a glass to creating the perfect night tailored to your party. And with AdventureClick doing the legwork, you can sit back, relax and get ready to enjoy an unforgettable event. 'You're welcome!'
To Do List
Things to Do In Tallinn
With so many great activities in Tallinn to choose from the difficult things is knowing which bits to leave out, so here are a few of our favourite things to do in Tallinn for you to choose from:
- Beer Tasting - Estonia's craft beer scene is awesome, you can find out for yourself with a selection of local and national beverages. Cheers!
- KGB Museum - A chilling look at how the KGB spied on and controlled the population and even international guests at this very hotel during the Russian occupation.
- Medieval Feast - With so much of the original medieval city on show it all gets a bit Game of Thrones as you sit down and dine like kings and queens.
- Motor Paintball - Paintball from moving vehicles, it's every bit as epic and chaotic as it sounds. Bring the thunder!
- Seaplane Museum - No? Hold your seahorses! Yes, this sounds weird but inside it looks like a Bond villain's lair and is actually packed with some really cool exhibits.
- Telliskivi Creative City - If shopping is your thing then this is the place to go. Packed with innovative designs covering everything from houseware to clothing.
- Kohtuotsa Viewing Platform - Instagram-a-g-go, get the best shots and arguably the best views out over city skyline.
- Demolition Derby - It's real-life banger racing in specially strengthened cars with race-spec engines.
- Balti Jaam Market - A really great market full of weird and wonderful flotsam and jetsam harking back to the days of the USSR. Good food, weird finds.
- Target Shooting - Get your itchy trigger fingers on some serious hardware including the legendary AK47. Lock and load!
OMG!
3 Weird Tallinn Facts
- Per capita, Estonia is actually one of the most successful Olympic nations of all time.
- Estonia threw off the shackles of Soviet rule and started a revolution... by singing!
- It's really forward-thinking, back in 2005 Estonia was the first country in the world to switch to online voting.
Neighbourhoods
Best Bits of Tallinn
Old Town - The medieval heart of the city is fantastic. Untouched for centuries it has some great cobbled streets, funky shops and cafes and also the town square has a number of great bars and restaurants.
Kalamaja - Known for its colourful wooden buildings it's where old meets new as the city's young vibe is all about creating new businesses with trendy shops and cafes serving the young professionals working in the area.
City Centre - Within a jester's juggling distance of the medieval old town, the city centre is where you'll find the best nightlife. Clubs, bars and restaurants attract the nation's bright young things to party in the capital city.
Pirita - Overlooking the harbour the pretty areas has a wooden boardwalk and sandy beach making it a popular hangout in the summer months.