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Join us on a journey through Tallinn’s Old Town to uncover its highlights — and the strange, fascinating details of medieval life.We’ll explore how people celebrated Shrovetide, how often they held feasts, and what happened to guests who drank too much. You'll hear about crimes — both serious and minor - and learn who had to wear the humiliating “stone of shame.”Find out which illnesses were treated with "unicorn horn" and why some young men were known as the “Blackheads.”Tallinn’s medieval secrets are waiting to be discovered. Come along — history has never been this entertaining!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The guide will be awaiting for you near Town Hall main entrance holding a map of Old Town.
Itinerary
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1Kiek in de Kok and Bastion Passages Museum
The preserved part of city wall and execution's house nearby
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Long Boot (Pikk Jalg)
One of the oldest street in Old Town...
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3House of the Blackheads
Young merchants brotherhood. Fines for mischeaf and drunkeness and much more
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Long Street (Pikk tanav)
Medieval High street with plenty of stories to tell
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Tallinna Raekoja Plats
The Heart of the city... The place where all kind of festivities, jousting tournaments, announcements, market &, for sure, punishments took place in medieval times...
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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