Top 5 Must Do's in Tallinn
Edit ThisTallinn is a stunning pastiche of ancient architectural charm and a modern city landscape. The Tallinn Must Do's Guide lists the most attractive destinations to visit and activities to indulge in while visiting this vibrant lake city.
1. Make a Trip to Toompea
Toompea is the upper town faction of the city and is flanked by charming 16th century cathedrals that give gripping accounts of Estonia’s tryst with a rich historical heritage. The attractions of the region are the Russian Orthodox Church, the landmark Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and the Lutheran Cathedral-erected on a site that earlier held a Martin Luther Statue. Take the path that winds around St Catherine’s to catch alluring glimpses of artists at work in open studios. Also worth watching is the spectacular Estonian Royal Palace that now serves as the modern day Parliament Building.
2. Head to All-Linn
All-Linn is the lower portion of Tallinn and is touted to be one of most richly preserved heritage towns of Europe. The most famous sights here are the emblematic Town Hall Square and the ancient towers and town walls. The St Olaf Church Tower is one of the most outstanding towers in Estonia.
3. Visit Kadriorg
Kadriorg is situated a few kilometers towards the east of the main town center. The region houses a palace of the celebrated monarch Peter the Great and the prolific Art Museum of Estonia. The palace is a is a much sought after venue for several musicals and theatrical performances and the museum houses exquisite works of art from the 17th century. The expanse around the palace is a favorite tourist hub for its lakes, meadows and picturesquely landscaped gardens.
4. Enjoy the Botanical Gardens
Spread over a sprawling patch of 110 hectares, this sensuous destination is laden with over 8,000 different and exotic plant species from all over the world. The landscape is bifurcated into themed gardens that provide a stunning replica of the famed European meadows and the celebrated African rainforests within a few meters from each other. There are regular theme tours and nature trails conducted throughout the year.
5. Estonia Open Air Museum
Watch a spectacular replication of the rural life of Estonia through its well-preserved collection of edifices from various parts of the country. The cultural gaiety of the region is augmented by the mesmerizing folk music and dance performances. Take home some beautiful hand-made artifacts that are put up for sale here. Estonia is an enchanting collage of a rich medieval culture and historical legacy along with strikingly landscaped gardens and pristine lakes.
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1. Make a Trip to Toompea
Toompea is the upper town faction of the city and is flanked by charming 16th century cathedrals that give gripping accounts of Estonia’s tryst with a rich historical heritage. The attractions of the region are the Russian Orthodox Church, the landmark Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and the Lutheran Cathedral-erected on a site that earlier held a Martin Luther Statue. Take the path that winds around St Catherine’s to catch alluring glimpses of artists at work in open studios. Also worth watching is the spectacular Estonian Royal Palace that now serves as the modern day Parliament Building.
2. Head to All-Linn
All-Linn is the lower portion of Tallinn and is touted to be one of most richly preserved heritage towns of Europe. The most famous sights here are the emblematic Town Hall Square and the ancient towers and town walls. The St Olaf Church Tower is one of the most outstanding towers in Estonia.
3. Visit Kadriorg
Kadriorg is situated a few kilometers towards the east of the main town center. The region houses a palace of the celebrated monarch Peter the Great and the prolific Art Museum of Estonia. The palace is a is a much sought after venue for several musicals and theatrical performances and the museum houses exquisite works of art from the 17th century. The expanse around the palace is a favorite tourist hub for its lakes, meadows and picturesquely landscaped gardens.
4. Enjoy the Botanical Gardens
Spread over a sprawling patch of 110 hectares, this sensuous destination is laden with over 8,000 different and exotic plant species from all over the world. The landscape is bifurcated into themed gardens that provide a stunning replica of the famed European meadows and the celebrated African rainforests within a few meters from each other. There are regular theme tours and nature trails conducted throughout the year.
5. Estonia Open Air Museum
Watch a spectacular replication of the rural life of Estonia through its well-preserved collection of edifices from various parts of the country. The cultural gaiety of the region is augmented by the mesmerizing folk music and dance performances. Take home some beautiful hand-made artifacts that are put up for sale here. Estonia is an enchanting collage of a rich medieval culture and historical legacy along with strikingly landscaped gardens and pristine lakes.
