From Carnivals to Epidemics - daily life in Medieval Tallinn

Overview

Available languages

Russian

English

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Join us on a journey through Tallinn’s Old Town to uncover its highlights — and the strange, fascinating details of medieval life.We’ll explore how people celebrated Shrovetide, how often they held feasts, and what happened to guests who drank too much. You'll hear about crimes — both serious and minor - and learn who had to wear the humiliating “stone of shame.”Find out which illnesses were treated with "unicorn horn" and why some young men were known as the “Blackheads.”Tallinn’s medieval secrets are waiting to be discovered. Come along — history has never been this entertaining!

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Guiding service

Lunch

What To Expect

Kiek in de Kok and Bastion Passages Museum

The preserved part of city wall and execution's house nearby

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Long Boot (Pikk Jalg)

One of the oldest street in Old Town...

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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From Carnivals to Epidemics - daily life in Medieval Tallinn

Reviews

4.50

4 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Middle Ages in Tallinn
G2842GOtatianap,
Aug 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was very fascinating. Much has been learned about medieval life, life, mores...The guide is a very knowledgeable and sweet girl. I really enjoyed it. So we recommend to everyone who visits Tallinn.
Medieval Tallinn tour
Susan S,
Aug 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00
Our guide, Anya, was very sweet. The main issues were that #1- she wasn’t holding an umbrella as indicated she would, thus making it hard to find her. She eventually noticed us wandering! #2- she tried very hard, but her English was average at best. She struggled explaining things, although it was clear she knew her facts.
Great tour!
gennadik2025,
Jun 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great Tour Ania gave us a wonderful walking tour through the medieval streets of Old Tallinn. She told us fascinating stories about epidemics, punishments, carnivals, and everyday life in medieval times. It was really interesting to hear these stories right in the places where they actually happened centuries ago. A big thank you to Ania!
Enjoyable tour!
ssM5599KI,
Apr 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This tour was a great start to our weekend. The guide Ania told us about justice in the Middle Ages and that was really informative. We knew about local cases and saw places connected to them. Also we liked riddles, that was fun. We enjoyed the tour very much. Thank you, Ania!