Given its rich history spanning over 800 years, Tallinn is brimming with sights, museums and countless stories to immerse yourself in. Most of the essential sightseeing spots are in Old town, but make sure to check out wooden houses district Kalamaja and royal architecture in Kadriorg. Here you'll find the must-sees and a whole lot more.
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Built in 1721, this small, cross-shaped Russian Orthodox church is the oldest wooden structure in Tallinn. Extensive repairs in the 19th century gave the …
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Originally belonging to St. Michael's Convent of the Cistercian Order (located next door and now housing the Gustavus Adolphus School), the church was given to …
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In a former office building on a deck of an old heating plant is where you’ll find the Contemporary Art Museum of Estonia. The museum aims to find middle …
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What might be the oldest church in Estonia was founded in 1219 by the first wave of Danish forces. The Gothic exterior dates to the 14th century, but the …
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This 13th century monastery, one of the oldest preserved buildings in Estonia dating to 1246, offers a glimpse into the lives of medieval monks. The east wing …
