A little guidebook of Tallinn
Food scene
I tried to include all sorts of restaurants and cafés for a variety of palates and preferences. If you don’t find one that is for your liking, just let me know and we’ll surely figure it out. 🥳👍🏻
The Nautilus
36 PikkOne of the best seafood places, and it’s just downstairs!
Must Puudel
4 KuningaJo's Ramen
44 PikkRukis
11 Viru tänavVegan Inspiratsioon
44 LaiA quirky cosy little vegan café not far from the flat.
Chedi
1 SulevimägiIII Draakon
Raekoja platsFor those who have a sweet tooth or just want to enjoy a little bit of French romance of sorts. 🇫🇷
31 locals recommend
Pierre Chocolaterie
6 VeneFor those who have a sweet tooth or just want to enjoy a little bit of French romance of sorts. 🇫🇷
Maiasmokk Cafe
16 PikkFRANK
2 SaunaSt.Patrick's, Old Town
45 PikkKehrwieder Saiakang Chocolaterie
10 Raekoja platsTokumaru Ramen & Sushi
9 Estonia pstGreat and authentic Japanese cuisine.
Restaurant Pegasus
1 HarjuRohe Kohvik
4 KopliFotografiska Tallinn
60a TelliskiviKivi Paber Käärid
60a TelliskiviKompressor
3 RataskaevuPizza Grande
6a Väike-KarjaKatharinenthal
22 A. WeizenbergiKalambuur
8 ToompuiesteeMaiden Tower Museum-Cafe
9A Lühike jalgWabadus
10 Vabaduse väljakArt Priori
7 OlevimägiA little bit further away from the centre and slightly more expensive, but very tranquil, with great views and, of course, with delicious courses.
80 locals recommend
NOA Restaurant
3 Ranna teeA little bit further away from the centre and slightly more expensive, but very tranquil, with great views and, of course, with delicious courses.
Platz Restoran
7 RoseniRestoran MammaMia Clazz
2 Vana turgSightseeing
Raekoja plats
Raekoja platsAbsolutely stunning collection of Russian Orthodox icons dating back to as early as the 16th century.
Museum of Russian Icons
6 VeneAbsolutely stunning collection of Russian Orthodox icons dating back to as early as the 16th century.
Aleksander Nevski Katedraali
10 Lossi platsSt. Nicholas' Church and Museum
3 NigulisteOleviste kirik
Estonian Health Museum
30 LaiPaks Margareeta
PikkFotografiska Tallinn
60a TelliskiviKiek in de Kok and Bastion Passages Museum
2 Komandandi teeLennusadam Seaplane Harbour
6 VesilennukiPort Noblessner
48 TööstuseEstonia Kontserdisaal
4 Estonia pstKadriorg Art Museum
37 A. WeizenbergiKadriorg Park
26 A. WeizenbergiReidi Tee
Reidi teeMaarjamäe Castle
56 Pirita teeMaarjamäe Kommunismiohvrite Memoriaal
78 Pirita teeIf you’re into a half-a-day hike in the midst of some beautiful primeval boggy area then this is something for you.
17 locals recommend
Pääsküla bog trail
If you’re into a half-a-day hike in the midst of some beautiful primeval boggy area then this is something for you.
Philly Joe's Jazz Club
10 Vabaduse väljakTammsaare Park
Lounge 24
3 Rävala pstNunnatorn ja linnamüüri platvorm
1 Väike-KloostriVanalinna Rahva Raamat
10 Pärnu mntDerevjaška (tram Bar)
Draakoni Gallery
18 PikkNUKU Theatre, Museum and Centre for Puppet Arts
4 NunneViru raba vaatetorn
Paljassaare
Pirita
Charles Church
10 ToompeaEvery Saturday there is a half-an-hour organ repertoire performed by some notable organist. The entrance is by donation of 3 euros.
14 locals recommend
St Mary's Cathedral
6 Toom-KooliEvery Saturday there is a half-an-hour organ repertoire performed by some notable organist. The entrance is by donation of 3 euros.
Every now and then there are classical music concerts. Keep your eyes peeled for the announcements being hung just outside the main entrance. Don’t be discouraged by the three doors you have to go through before actually getting into the house. It’s worth it.
House of the Blackheads
Every now and then there are classical music concerts. Keep your eyes peeled for the announcements being hung just outside the main entrance. Don’t be discouraged by the three doors you have to go through before actually getting into the house. It’s worth it.
Tallinn City Museum Linnamuuseum
17 VeneMesmerising convent ruins of St Brigitta, as well as beautiful natural paths around them or nearby for those of you who are interested in hiking.
21 locals recommend
Pirita Convent Ruins
18 Merivälja teeMesmerising convent ruins of St Brigitta, as well as beautiful natural paths around them or nearby for those of you who are interested in hiking.
Shopping and going to bars
Balti Jaama Turg
1 KopliTelliskivi Kirbukas
57 TelliskiviÜlemiste Centre
4 Suur-SõjamäeViru keskus 5 station
Nautica
9 AhtriDubliner
18 Suur-KarjaSessel
3 Viru tänavFRANK
2 SaunaPaar Veini
1 SaunaSigmund Freud Bar
8 SaunaNoKu
5 PikkA typical underground beer place with a Bayern vibe for locals and travellers alike.
Bayern & Bohmen Keller
A typical underground beer place with a Bayern vibe for locals and travellers alike.
Neighbourhoods
Absolutely beautiful seaside. Perfect for afternoon walks with family or loved ones or alone.
Kakumäe
Absolutely beautiful seaside. Perfect for afternoon walks with family or loved ones or alone.
Perfect views of now-almost-forgotten seaside villages and a little bit of their customs. Not far away from the city centre.
Haabneeme
Perfect views of now-almost-forgotten seaside villages and a little bit of their customs. Not far away from the city centre.
Kadriorg
Viimsi
For those of you who are at peace with the rumblings of the waves and the fresh sea breezes.
City advice
Getting around
Feet for the Old Town
It’s the easiest to have your walking boots ready if you’re planning to explore the old town and its vicinity. Cobbled streets are not that rare there. Otherwise, for more distant trips, it’s best to use public transport. Info about it can be found here: https://www.visittallinn.ee/eng/visitor/plan/getting-around/public-transport.
Don't miss
Art museum KUMU has always something to look at
The museum is located in the historic park Kadriorg which was created by the great tzar Peter I for his wife Catherine. It includes, by customs of that era, a countryside palace (Kadrioru loss) that is converted into a museum. You will find that the President’s official residence is located in the same area. Kadriorg, in general, has lots of fascinating architectural examples of wooden country houses, mainly from 19th century, that used to belong to the aristocracy of St. Petersburg. Tallinn was used for pleasure and leisure at the time. The park is vast, tranquil and spiritually rewarding.