New Places to See and Visit in Tallinn

Exciting new sights in Tallinn

The year 2019 is a special one for Tallinn: six new museums and attractions have just been or are about to be opened! Among them are two international art centres, a high-tech fantasy world featuring centuries-old scientific achievements, and an observation wheel that towers over the entire city. Large-scale renovation work is nearly completed at the historic Fat Margaret cannon tower, which houses a maritime museum. Also, the first Estonian community museum is about to open its doors.

Read our recommendations and choose the ones that best suit your interests!

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Fotografiska

Opened in June 2019
What do Stockholm, New York, London and Tallinn have in common? – The renowned Fotografiska museum of photography!
The Stockholm-born Fotografiska opened their Tallinn branch in the heart of the Telliskivi Creative City. The impressively curated and displayed exhibitions frequently change, featuring both hidden talents as well as international superstars. In addition to the exhibition spaces, the museum also includes a café, a shop and a restaurant that promotes sustainable food culture. The venue also hosts various parties and events.
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The views from Fotografiska’s zero-waste restaurant (head chef Peeter Pihel) are lovely: you can see both Telliskivi as well as the Tallinn Old Town.

Kai Art Center

Opened in September 2019
The freshly-opened Kai Art Center is located by the Tallinn Bay, in the Noblessner Seafront Quarter. The objective of the centre is to be a meeting place for artists, the public, and professionals working in culture. In addition to the open and airy exposition hall, Kai also has an auditorium, where you can see art films and documentaries. At the end of the year, their international residency programme will be up and running. Also, in the coming months, four different restaurants and bars will open their doors in Kai: Lore, a self-described Kalamaja community bistro; Kampaii, which offers authentic tastes of Tokyo; the hedonistic Kaif, and the cake studio Suhkruingel.
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The restaurants and terraces at the Kai art centre will offer dreamy views of the sea, as well as romantic sunsets.

Skywheel of Tallinn, Super Skypark and Skylab

Opened in March 2019
T1 Mall of Tallinn is unique in Europe: the roof of the mall is home to Tallinn’s newest sightseeing destination, the Skywheel Ferris wheel. Twenty-seven weatherproof gondolas lift the visitors up to a height of 120 metres (394 ft) from the sea level. In addition to the wheel, on the top floor of T1, you will find a hands-on science centre Skylab and a play and trampoline park Skypark.
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In the one and only red VIP gondola of the Skywheel, you can enjoy a view of Tallinn privately in good company with a bottle of champagne.

Most Magical Christmas Market in Europe, Tallinn Open 15 Nov 2019- 07 Jan 2020

It is time to start planning your walks in the fairy tale medieval city of Tallinn during the most enchanting time of the year.

Tallinn Christmas Market traditionally will be held at the Town Hall Square of Tallinn. Everything is possible at the Christmas Market! The star of the market is the Christmas tree, which is the most important Christmas tree in Estonia and has been set up in Town Hall Square since 1441, making it the first Christmas tree ever to be put on display in Europe.

The Christmas land is decorated with trees, Christmas decorations, and Christmas lights. Local merchants will offer Estonian Christmas cuisine, from black pudding and sour cabbage to gingerbread and hot Christmas drinks, as well as various handicrafts.

Snow-capped peaks, light displays, mulled wine – Tallinn sparkles during the festive season. 

Want to experience all that, book your Tallinn winter tour here: Private Winter Walking Tour in Tallinn Old Town.

For more ideas what to do, see, taste and experience when in Tallinn during this winter season, book a private tour with us here: www.nordicexperience.com.

 

Patarei – International Museum for the Victims of Communism opens it’s doors on 15 May, 2019

One of Tallinn’s most majestic buildings with long, dark history will open again to the public presenting an exhibition “Communism is a Prison”.

Patarei – International Museum for the Victims of Communism opens it’s doors officially on 15 May, 2019. Visitors can once again see the authentic prison interior of this former naval fortress built in 1829. On display, you can see more about communist and Nazi ideology and the crimes of its implementer in different countries.

Patarei is one of the largest completely preserved classical style building ensembles in Estonia and the surrounding area. So it’s worth the visit for that reason only. Patarei is just a short walk away from the Old Town. Nearby is another architectural wonder the Seaplane Harbour.

During our Soviet Legacy Tour we will make a photo stop at Patarei, so to see and hear more about the prison book you private tour with us here: Tallinn Private Stories of Soviet Legacy Tour.

What to do in Tallinn over Easter?

Easter vacation fun and activities in Tallinn from sightseeing to museums

By visitallinn.ee

On a Good Friday (19.04) and Easter Sunday (21.04) there are some changes to the regular opening hours of Tallinn’s museums and sights. On Saturday, April 20, however, the museums and attractions are open as usual. 

Easter Traditions in Estonia

Estonia may be one of the least religious countries in the world, but when it comes to religious holidays, Estonians generally give the nod or combine it with one of their own folk traditions.*
Easter, commemorating the crucifixion and celebrating the resurrection of Jesus – a Jewish preacher and religious leader who became the central figure of Christianity – may have had a completely alien connotation for Estonians before the Teutonic Knights brought Christianity to the country in the 13th century, but in Estonia’s folk calendar, Easter is celebrated as a spring holiday to welcome the arrival of the lighter and warmer season.

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Once the Christian customs mixed with the local traditions, a new set of habits emerged over time.

In the folk calendar, Kevadepüha or spring holiday falls anywhere between 16 March and 20 April in the week leading up to Easter. Traditionally, this week was important for completing household chores, such as cleaning after a long winter. The weather during the week could apparently predict the climate for the summer. If it was raining, a wet summer was to follow and if there was fog, a hot summer was in store.

Read more about Estonian Easter Traditions here: Easter in Estonia

So to have an exciting and memorable Easter weekend in Tallinn here’s a list of places open and welcoming visitors over the holidays. Happy Easter!
The Tallinn TV Tower is open to visitors during the holiday. In addition to the marvelous panoramic views of the city from 170 meters high up, the new exhibition “GENE-IUS” guides you through genetics, the history of it and its promising future.
The Estonian Open Air Museum, which maintains and showcases Estonian heritage and keeps the traditions alive, offers visitors a chance to take part in local Easter games and songs along with typical festive food on April 21. Of course, the egg is a focal feature of Easter celebrations. At the museum, you can try your hand in dyeing eggs, participate in an egg cracking competition and go on an egg hunt.
The residents of the Tallinn Zoo gladly welcome all visitors every day of the year. On Saturday, April 20, the zoo celebrates mink day, and on Sunday, April 21, you can find out more about the animals with lectures by the lion’s at 13:00 and by the polar bear center at 14:00.
Open in Tallinn over the Easter holidays:
Museums and sights:
  • Estonian Museum of Natural History
  • Estonian Health Care Museum
  • Museum of the Estonian Drink Culture (19.04 open, 21.04 closed)
  • Tallinn Town Wall
  • Marzipan room
  • Energy Discovery Center
  • Seaplane Harbor
  • KGB Prison Cells
  • Vabamu Museum of Occupations and Freedom
  • Estonian Open Air Museum
  • Tallinn Zoo
  • Tallinn TV Tower
  • Tallinn Botanic Garden
  • St. Bridget’s Convent Ruins
  • Cathedral of St Mary the Virgin (Dome Church’s) Tower (except during church service)
  • Holy Spirit Church (except during church service)
Sightseeing tours:
Cafés and restaurants:
  • Restaurant Peppersack
  • Kehrwieder Chocolaterie
  • Restaurant Platz
  • Restaurant Scheeli
  • Restaurant Spot
  • Restaurant Ribe (19.04 open, 21.04 closed)
  • Restaurant Cantina Carramba
You can also ask advice at the tourist information center in the Old Town (Niguliste 2) from 9:00 until 18:00 on April 19 and from 9:00 until 16:00 on April 21.
In addition to the above, there is lots to discover in Tallinn. For more, see the Tallinn tourism website visittallinn.ee
or call/write us for local expert tour tips.
Book your tour here:

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Happy holidays!

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