Signature Tallinn Heritage Tour for Cruisers

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5 to 6 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

This tour is designed specifically for cruise ship passengers who want to see the very best of Tallinn in a single day. It provides a complete and unforgettable insight into the region's past and present.

You'll begin your exploration of Tallinn with a stroll through the beautifully landscaped park and admire the Kadriorg Palace. Commissioned by Peter the Great, the palace is a masterpiece of Baroque architecture and offers a window into the imperial Russian era

Next, you will head to the Viimsi Open-Air Museum, located on the scenic coastline. Here, you will experience the authentic daily life of Estonia’s coastal villagers from the 19th and 20th centuries.

You will conclude the tour by wandering the streets of Tallinn’s UNESCO-listed Old Town. You'll see all the main sights, including the medieval town hall and one of the oldest operating pharmacies in Europe, and enjoy stunning views from two observation decks.

At the end of the tour, you'll be taken back to the port.

What's Included

entrance ticket to the Viimsi Open-Air Museum
Guaranteed port pick up and timely drop off
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

After leaving the pier, turn right and walk towards the city. After a few minutes, you'll see a pedestrian gate on the right. You won't miss it, as this is the only exit into the city for pedestrians. Our guide will meet you just beyond the gate with a sign that says "Tallinn Guide Club."

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 to 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Kadriorg Park

    You will stroll through a beautifully landscaped 300-year-old park, admire one of the most beautiful Baroque palaces in Northern Europe and learn its history.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Viimsi Open Air Museum

    From the museum’s seashore, you will enjoy breathtaking views of the historic coastal village, with Tallinn’s skyline visible in the distance. Here, you will experience the daily life of coastal villagers from the 19th and 20th centuries—witnessing traditional farm work, fishing, celebrations, market days, and holiday traditions

    40 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Tallinn Old Town

    Tallinn's Old Town is the best-preserved medieval town in Northern Europe. Here, you'll enjoy a tour of the Upper and Lower Towns. You'll visit all the most important sights and hear stories of knights and merchants, as well as Tallinn's Hanseatic past as a free and prosperous trading town. You'll visit two observation decks and admire Tallinn and Tallinn Bay from above. At the end of the tour, your guide will answer all your questions about the past and present of Tallinn and Estonia.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note that the start time listed on this website and on your tour ticket may differ from the actual departure time and will depend on your cruise ship's arrival and departure times to ensure your timely return. We will notify you of the departure time closer to the tour date. Please check your email. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.
  • The tour operator may rearrange the order of sights visits without prior notice
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Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Historical Tours
Culture
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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