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Tallinn Highlights: One-Day Medieval Adventure

01/17

OVERVIEW

Escape Helsinki for a day and discover the medieval charm of Tallinn, Estonia’s picturesque capital across the Gulf of Finland. Enjoy a seamless hotel pickup, a scenic ferry ride, and a guided walking tour through Tallinn’s UNESCO-listed Old Town. After the tour, take advantage of free time to explore, dine, or shop before returning to Helsinki by ferry. 

📍 About Tallinn, Estonia

Tallinn is the charming capital of Estonia, located on the northern coast of the country along the Baltic Sea. Known for its beautifully preserved medieval Old Town, Tallinn is a UNESCO World Heritage site that enchants visitors with its cobblestone streets, ancient city walls, and red-roofed architecture. The city perfectly blends rich history with a vibrant modern culture, offering visitors historic landmarks like Toompea Castle and Alexander Nevsky Cathedral alongside trendy cafés, shops, and galleries. Just a short ferry ride from Helsinki across the Gulf of Finland, Tallinn makes for a perfect day-trip destination rich in culture, history, and stunning views. 

✨ Trip Highlights

  • Return ferry ride between Helsinki and Tallinn 
  • Guided walking tour through Tallinn’s historic Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site 
  • Explore landmarks such as Viru Gates, St. Catherine’s Passage, St. Olaf’s Church, Toompea Castle, and Alexander Nevsky Cathedral 
  • Stunning panoramic views from Kohtuotsa viewing point 
  • 3 hours of free time in Tallinn for lunch, shopping, or photography 
  • Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Helsinki

PRICING PER PERSON

150 €  per Person

90 €  per Child (Ages 3-11)

15 €  per PersonAges 0-2)

Tallinn Day Trip Itinerary

Morning

Mid-Morning to Early Afternoon

Mid-Morning to Early Afternoon

  • Hotel pickup in Helsinki city center 
  • Transfer to West Terminal 2, Helsinki 
  • Ferry departure to Tallinn (approx. 2 hours 15 minutes)

Mid-Morning to Early Afternoon

Mid-Morning to Early Afternoon

Mid-Morning to Early Afternoon

  • Arrival at Tallinn Cruise Port 
  • 3-hour guided walking tour of Tallinn Old Town: 
    • Viru Gates (main entrance to Old Town). 
    • Pass by Hellemann Tower 
    • St. Catherine’s Passage and Dominican Monastery
    • St. Olaf’s Church (viewing platform for city views) 
    • Toompea Castle (seat of Estonia’s Parliament) 
    • Alexander Nevsky Cathedral 
    • Kohtuotsa viewing point with panoramic city views

Afternoon-Late Afternoon

Mid-Morning to Early Afternoon

  •  3 hours of free time to explore independently: enjoy lunch at local restaurants, browse souvenir shops, or take photos  
  • Board the ferry back to Helsinki (approx. 2 hours 15 minutes) 
  • Transfer back to your hotel in Helsinki city center

✔️ What’s Included in Your Tour

🚫 What’s Not Included in Your Tour

  •  Round-trip ferry ticket between Helsinki and Tallinn 
  • Guided walking tour of Tallinn’s medieval Old Town 
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Helsinki city center 
  • Free time in Tallinn for lunch, shopping, and sightseeing 
  • Expert local tour guide during the walking tour 
  • Admission to all walking tour sites (free entry spots only) 
  • Infant seats available upon request

🚫 What’s Not Included in Your Tour

🚫 What’s Not Included in Your Tour

🚫 What’s Not Included in Your Tour

  • Meals and drinks during free time (unless otherwise specified) 
  • Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional activities, or optional entrance fees 
  • Travel insurance 
  • Gratuities/tips for guides or drivers 
  • Passport or visa fees (travelers must bring a valid passport) 
  • Any transportation outside the hotel pickup and drop-off in Helsinki

Enquire

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at askus@travelnuts.world  if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Yes. You must bring a valid passport or EU national ID card. Border control checks are in place on the ferry route between Finland and Estonia. 


The ferry crossing takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes each way. 


While we strive to follow the planned schedule, minor changes may occur due to weather or operational reasons. We recommend planning your leave dates with a slight buffer. 


No, meals and drinks are not included. However, you will have free time in Tallinn to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant of your choice. 


The guided walking tour lasts about 3 hours and covers cobblestone streets and some uphill areas. Comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended. 


Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible due to uneven cobblestone streets and narrow passageways in the Old Town. 


Bring a valid passport, comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and some cash or a credit card for meals and shopping.   Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather .


Yes, after the guided tour, you will have about 3 hours of free time to explore, shop for souvenirs, or have lunch. 


Pickup and drop-off are included for centrally located hotels in Helsinki. Please check with the operator if you are staying outside the city center. 


Yes! Families with children are welcome. Infant seats are available upon request. 


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