Tales of Old Tallinn 2-hour Walking Tour
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Unique walking tour with a lot of tales about medieval Tallinn - get to know the most interesting stories from our history. How the city of Tallinn came to be, what was its importance in medieval politics, why the Danes regularly give us their flag, and what legends still influence our lives here. No boring dates and unknown names, these are Tallinn Tales!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Attention! This is the tour with around of 2 km of walking on feet.
Prepare warm clothes, if you are arriving in winter - usually it's quite cold outside.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Linnahall
The heart of Old Town, Raekoja plats, where Tallinn City Hall is placed. How the courts were held, how decisions affecting the entire city were made, and why only two people were executed in this square throughout history - let's start the tales of Tallinn right at the meeting point.
Rataskaevu Street
Cat's Well - unique for Medieval Tallinn wheel well. Try to hear whispers of the evil water spirits, who are still living there according to legends.
What‘s Included
Local Taxes
Landing and facility fees
Entry/Admission - Dominican Monastery Claustrum (5 EUR)
Entry/Admission - Tallinn City Hall (5 EUR)
Entry/Admission - St Mary's Cathedral (5 EUR)
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Tales of Old Tallinn 2-hour Walking Tour
Reviews
57 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Informative and interesting walking tour of Tallinn.
BJDublin,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed this tour of Tallinn. Our guide, Elena, was very engaging and informative about Estonia and its history from the 14/15th centuries right up to the present day. We would highly recommend this tour during your visit to Tallinn.
Excellent tour, wondefulful guide
MELANIE P,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Maria was a marvelous guide.. The group was small and therefore more personal. I always have a lot ofquestions, and Maria gaveus more in depth answrsrs and information. Tallis so rich in its history. We lived the tour!
Nice afternoon.
J5833UIraymondb,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Perfect pace. Friendly and informative.
Great walking tour
ianmG5989NL,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guide had lots of information, his English was excellent and we had a great 2 hours learning about Tallin's history and tales
Good overview of Tallinn
catherinehE273YL,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Informative. Small group. A good way to get to know the city.
Excellent tour with knowledgeable guide
kelly m,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide, Katerina was very knowledgeable about Tallin. She told us very interesting facts about the city, country and its history. It was really cold so only recommendation would be to have more stops inside. I would recommend this tour!
Winter in Old Town
Carl K,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I'm not a big fan of crowds so going in winter was ideal for me. There were only three other people on the tour with the cobble stones and snow old Town looks very pretty in the winter. We had time to stop for mulled wine as well that was delicious.
Must do tour
waynemV8496MG,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good walking tour our guide Karina was very knowledgeable and spoke beautiful English. Just over two hours long we did it on our first morning there and it set us up well for our stay
Our guide was...
Evan T,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly, and was even willing to change some of our itinerary based on our interests and preferences. Well worth the money spent.
Fantastic! Would recommend to anyone
luke s,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide was very knowledgable and entertaining. She has a real passion for Tallin, Estonia and history. She was charming and the tour was very well paced with moments inside to warm up.
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