City Center Travel Guide
Visit City Center
Popular places to visit
Town Hall Square
Tour historical buildings, watch open-air concerts and peruse market stalls at this ancient plaza in the center of Tallinn’s Old Town.
Rottermann Quarter
Wander along the cobbled paths that meander between the avant-garde, shiny shops and boutiques in this urban hotspot and commercial zone.
Tallinn Town Hall
You can study the exhibits at Tallinn Town Hall, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Tallinn. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
Gaze up at the onion domes, hear the powerful bells and admire the imaginative stained-glass windows of this magnificent landmark.
St. Nicholas' Church
Browse a large collection of centuries-old religious art and attend a classical music concert at this medieval former church dedicated to St. Nicholas.
Toompea Castle
Stand in the room where Estonia’s laws are created. See hundreds of years of architectural designs when you tour this ancient stronghold.
Activities
Tallinn Day Tour from Helsinki (Ferry Tickets+ Guiding+ Own Time)
Guided Old Town Tallinn Historical Walking Tour
Tallinn: Old Town Walking Tour and Jägala Waterfall
Behind the Iron Curtain of Tallinn - Secrets of the Soviets
Tallinn 3-Hour Estonian Food Tour
Tallinn Medieval Banquet
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Other neighbourhoods around City Center
Old Town Tallinn
Old Town Tallinn is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Tallinn Town Hall and Tallinn Christmas Markets while in the area.
Toompea
If you're spending some time in Toompea, Patkuli Viewing Platform and St Mary's Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.
Rotermann Quarter
Historical sites, shopping and restaurants highlight some of the noteworthy features of Rotermann Quarter. Make a stop by Rottermann Quarter or Fenikss Casino while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Maakri
Historical sites, restaurants and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Maakri. Check out Church of Our Lady of Kazan or St John's Alms-house while you're exploring the area.
Kesklinn
Kesklinn is known for its captivating waterfront views, and you can make a stop by Tallinn Central Market and Nordea Concert Hall while in the area.
Kalamaja
Shopping, historical sites and restaurants are some highlights of Kalamaja. Make a stop by Port Noblessner or Patarei sea fortress-prison while you're exploring.