TALLINN OLD TOWN WALKING TOUR

Private Tallinn Walking Tour
ideal both for cruise ship passengers and guests staying in hotel
Duration 3 hours

The private Tallinn walking tour is an insightful journey into the heart of the city. No matter the season or time of day, you are sure to be charmed by the heritage and beauty of old Tallinn. The walking tour packs a lot into three hours. You will:

-explore the historic sights and what´s behind
-learn about the society and culture
-take a creative route that weaves through not-so-touristy places
-have fantastic photo opportunities
-feel free to poke your head into (work)shops or cafes as you pass by
-pick up some great tips on eating, drinking and other things to do after the tour

Tour details:
Duration: 3 hours
Tour language: English

Tour price:
All stated prices are per private group, not per person.
100 euros for a group of 1-2 people
130 euros for a group of 3-5 people
160 euros for a group of 6-10 people

Activity level: medium to strenuous. The total walking distance is between 2.4 km/ 1.5 miles and 4 km/2.5 miles, depending on the starting point: from the cruise ship terminal, ferry terminal or a hotel located in the old town. Tallinn walking tour is not suitable for people with mobility difficulties.

Tour itinerary for cruise ship passengers:

NB! Actual start time will be agreed with you and depends on the cruise ship arrival time, as well as your preferences. This is a sample schedule:

9:00 the cruise ship arrives

9:45 meet and greet at the cruise terminal exit gate, which is located approx. 300 meters/0.2 miles/ 8-9 minutes relaxed walking from the ship.

9:45-10:00 walk with the guide to the Great Coastal Gate, one of the main entrances to the old town.

10:00- 12:45 comprehensive introduction to the historical center and current life in Estonia, while visiting both the lower and upper section of the fortified Old Town.

The highlights you will see include the Fat Margaret tower, former KGB Headquarters, Toompea Castle, St. Mary´s Cathedral (inside visit if not closed for a service), Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, magnificent view over the Old Town’s rooftops and towers, Danish King´s Garden, Kiek in de Kök Tower, Town Hall Pharmacy from 1422 (inside visit); the Town Hall, St. Catherine’s Passage, medieval merchants´ houses and some photogenic side streets and backyards…

12:45 your private Tallinn walking tour concludes at the Town Hall Square or anywhere else in Old Town you plan to visit next. We leave you with directions how to go back to the cruise terminal which is 20-25 minute walking from the central square (or 5-7 minute taxi drive from Viru Gates).

Tour itinerary for guests staying in a hotel or apartment:

If appropriate, our guide will meet you wherever you are staying in Tallinn Old Town or close to it. Alternatively, we will suggest a suitable meeting point.
The tour start time: you might want to book your private 3-hour Tallinn walking tour for late afternoon or early evening. As the crowds start to thin around 4pm, evening can be very enjoyable for a guided stroll through Tallinn´s oldest district.

Tour price:
100 euros for a group of 1-2 people
130 euros for a group of 3-5 people
160 euros for a group of 6-10 people

All stated prices are per private group, not per person.

What’s included:
– private English speaking tour guide for 3 hours
– entrance fee to St. Mary`s Cathedral

Are you interested in this tour in German?: Rundgang durch die Tallinner Altstadt

Private Tallinn walking tour is also available in Spanish: Visita privada a pie por el casco histórico de Tallin

We look forward to seeing you!