Dominican Monastery Claustrum

The fascinating inner chambers of the Dominican Monastery once included three wings, together called the Claustrum, of which the east wing still remains. It’s made up of a monks’ dormitory, library, refectory, prior’s living quarters and other rooms, all of which provide an interesting peek into the lives of medieval monks. Visitors shouldn’t miss the mysterious “Energy Pillar” in the cellar, thought to be a source of physical and spiritual health.

Dominican Monastery Museum

Dating back to 1246, St. Catherine’s Monastery is historically important as Tallinn’s oldest intact building. Its beautiful courtyard, which is accessed through the courtyard of the adjacent Peter and Paul Roman Catholic Church, is one of the most captivating spots in all of the Baltics. While here, you’ll also see some surrounding stone lined halls where Dominican monks once walked. These ancient passages now display fascinating examples of medieval stonemasonry.

Estonian National Opera

This majestic, historical opera house is located in the very heart of Tallinn. ENO’s repertoire consists of classical and contemporary operas and ballets, as well as operettas, musicals and children’s plays. The most popular performances are "Swan Lake" and the opera "La Traviata".

Holy Spirit Church

Built in the 14th Century, the Holy Spirit Church is one of the oldest and most impressive structures in Tallinn. Its spectacular, carved wood interior includes such treasures as a unique 15th century altar by the famous Bernt Notke, and one of the oldest pulpits in Estonia, dating from 1597. The painted clock on its façade is the oldest public timekeeper in Tallinn (17th-century).

Kalev Marzipan Room

Marzipan is a treat that’s been enjoyed in Tallinn for at least five centuries. Learn about Tallinn’s love affair with marzipan and see some of the most intricate marzipan creations in this historic shop. TC: Free chocolate-coated marzipan bar, with Vana Tallinn liqueur flavour (for grown-ups) or wafer bar (for kids).

Oleviste Church Tower

The 13th-century St. Olav’s Church once boasted the tallest spire in the whole world. Nowadays the 124-metre steeple still dwarfs most of Tallinn’s buildings and remains an important symbol of the town. After a vigorous climb (only April-October) to the top of the stone portion of the tower, visitors are rewarded with a magnificent and dizzying view of all of Old Town, Toompea hill and the port.

St. Brigitta's Convent Ruins

Just across the Pirita River lie the majestic ruins of St. Bridget’s Convent. The largest convent in Old Livonia, St. Bridget’s was founded in 1407 as part of a Swedish religious order and functioned until its destruction by

Ivan the Terrible’s forces in 1577.

What remains are massive, gothic façade and walls of the main building, foundations, cellars and a cemetery.

Tallinn Art Hall

The 1930s-era Art House traditionally hosts some of the city’s highest quality exhibitions from Estonia and abroad. Whatever’s on display here is guaranteed to stir the imagination, or at least raise a few eyebrows.

Tallinn Botanic Garden

Located on the banks of the Pirita River, the massive Tallinn Botanical Garden is a plant-lover’s paradise. Its greenhouses display 2,400, species, everything from bananas to decorative house plants, with frequent temporary exhibitions ensuring that repeat visitors will always see something new.

Tallinn TV Tower

At 314 metres, the TV tower on the outskirts of Tallinn is by far the tallest structure in town. From the observation deck on the 21st floor, visitors get a spectacular view of Tallinn, its ports, the Gulf of Finland, and on a clear day, the coast of Finland itself. Many come here to experience the Soviet 1980s feel of the tower’s interior, while others drop in for dinner with a view at the Galaxy restaurant, on the same floor as the observation platform.

Tallinn Town Hall

Through the centuries, the centrepiece of Old Town has always been the Raekoda (Town Hall), which in its present form dates back to 1404. The Town Hall's intriguing main floors and attic will be open to visitors in July and August. This year the Town Hall presents “Medieval Town Walls and Defensive Towers”, an exhibition on Tallinn’s fortifications, the best preserved in Northern Europe

Tallinn Zoo

Tigers, wolves, elephants, owls and about 350 other kinds of creatures can be found at the Tallinn Zoo, which boasts one of the largest collections in this part of Europe. The extensive grounds include various habitats, a number of aquariums and an elephant house.

Town Hall Tower

Tallinn’s Town Hall, that unparalleled symbol of the town’s medieval past, is famous for its 64-metre, octagonal, gothic tower. The late-Renaissance spire was added to the structure in 1600, and is topped by another important symbol of the town, the Old Thomas weather vane.

In summer, visitors can climb the tower’s long, spiral staircase to the top for some truly amazing views of Old Town and the city centre.

Town Wall

With nearly 2km of its original city wall still standing, Tallinn boasts one of Europe’s best preserved medieval fortifications. The portion of the wall that’s open to the public is the one that connects Nunna, Sauna and Kuldjala towers. Visitors can climb up and imagine what it felt like to guard the town against would-be invaders, but the wall is even more popular for its picturesque view of the red-tiled roofs of Old Town.