Tallinn
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Entertainment Quality: 4 / 5
Safety: 4 / 5
Nightlife: 4 / 5
Walkability: 5 / 5
Living Standards: 4 / 5
Free WiFi: 5 / 5
Tallinn in Prices & Facts
$7.8 $7.83
Quick Lunch for One
Spoken Languages
Estonian, Russian, Finnish
$1.8 $1.79
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Getting Around
Bus
Tallinn's bus network costs €1.60 per ride if you purchase a ticket from the driver, covering all key areas like the Old Town and Telliskivi Creative City, and tickets are valid for 60 minutes on any bus. For a savvy local tip, buy a prepaid Travel Card for €2 and load it with rides to cut costs to just €1.20 each!
Tram
Tallinn's tram system costs €1.60 for a single ride (buy tickets via the Pilet '') app or at kiosks), providing excellent coverage from the Old Town to the Tallinn University area. For safe travels, remember to validate your ticket before boarding to avoid a hefty €40 fine!
Tourist Reviews
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I was on one of the roofs in Tallinn when I noticed a balloon in the distance. My eyes lit up, and I felt a surge of energy because I had wanted to do this for so long.
It took about 15 minutes to get to the old town. For those who plan to visit this area and want to have an unforgettable experience, the balloon is always near the passenger port. Just ask the locals. The ticket costs around $30, which is reasonable for such an experience.
The balloon floats tied to a rope and rises to about 200 meters. The entire town is beautifully visible from up there. You can see the contrast between the old town and the modern buildings, while on the other side, the ocean and its beauty unfold. An extraordinary sight. The basket is designed in such a way that people can’t fall out, surrounded by its unique netting. Inside, there’s a control panel.
My dream came true, as I’ve wanted this for a long time, and it brought me such joy.
Have you had any dreams fulfilled? 😊 »
This is the most powerful Tallinn tower. On its 6 floors, you can see a round panoramic view of the city. You can only access the underground through guided tours. They tell stories about the people who lived there during different times without a specific place of residence, the punks, and even hint at some strange activities 👀. The bastions saved many lives during the sieges in old times.
After visiting this museum, I decided that I definitely need to relax from them 🤓. »
✅ The best part is the small number of tourists 😂 Everyone who came to enjoy the holidays has already left, and the main tourist flow hasn't kicked in yet.
✅ Despite the Christmas decorations having been taken down, the city still looks wonderfully festive, adorned with lights and decorations all around. There’s a beautiful Christmas tree in the central square, and at every corner, you can find stalls selling local treats, making the atmosphere very cheerful.
✅ We arrived on a weekday, which gave us the chance to check out the beautiful scenery, and we were able to wander where we wanted. But on the weekend, it was a bit challenging - in the Old Town center, finding a place in a café was tough as locals were out and about just like tourists. I can only imagine the crowds that must swarm there during the peak season 😫.
✅ The weather was comfortable for strolling around, just above freezing. Luckily, the rain was brief, so compared to our typical experience in Tallinn, it felt like spring.
The only downside was that not all museums and attractions were open, either because of a strange work schedule or because they closed until April-May.
P.S. Tallinn is overall a gorgeous medieval city, stunning with its Gothic architecture that practically doesn’t allow for horizontal shots 🤣. »
Despite the limited time, we managed to see so much. And in this stunning spot immersed in light, apart from the flicker of candlelight, everything around us was wooden. Then we met a host who conjured images from the works of classic literature. We enjoyed a delicious soup made with local fish for only 3 euros, which was served in a charming setting that perfectly matched the atmosphere. And yes, no plastic spoons! It’s located right in the building of the town hall on the main square. »
First of all, I was surprised that it still costs (and is even beautifully decorated), and secondly, it really is alive! You look at it, and immediately a New Year’s mood appears, making you feel like a child again! Happiness in little things 🙏 »
Of course, I will definitely come back ♡ at least to make up for the missed shopping! »