
Points of Interest
- Toompea Hill
- Lower Old Town
- Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
Description
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
Don't miss this opportunity to spend the day with noted art and architecture historian Andres Kraas, who'll share stories about Tallinn's struggles for independence from the middle ages through the final freedom fight against the Soviet Union in the 1990's. Start from Toompea Hill, the historical seat of power, stroll to Palace Square, the site of the impressive 18th century Toompea Castle and 120-year-old Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. Continue to St. Mary's Cathedral; dating back to 1219, it's Tallinn's oldest church. View the sarcophagi before walking to a scenic overlook for views of Lower Old Town. Next, you'll head to the mysterious Bastion Passages underneath Tallinn's city walls. From here, you'll walk downhill into Lower Old Town for a coffee break and shopping before a coach ride through the city. En route, pass by the Kadriorg area as well as the Song Festival Ground. Visit the memorial to victims of communism which is is dedicated to all Estonian people who suffered under the terror inflicted by the Soviet Union. Before heading back to port, you'll visit the ruins of Pirita Convent, which was attacked and looted by Russian troops in 1577.
Special Notes:
This is a small group tour and space is limited, book early to avoid disappointment. Guests must be fit to walk on uneven surfaces, and to negotiate numerous steps in venues. Wear non slip shoes. On July 28th 2024, the Pinta Convent visit will be outside only.Details
Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.
Board your Motorcoach and travel to Upper Old Town
- Transport type: Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Travel time: 00:15
Visit Upper Old Town (inside visit of Dome Church and Nevsky Cathedral)
- Time at site: 01:00
- Inside visit: Yes
- Photo/video opportunity: Yes
Walk to the Kiek in de Kok
- Transport type: Walking
- Travel time: 00:15
Bastion Tunnels and the Carved Stone Museum
- Time at site: 00:45
- Inside visit: Yes
- Photo/video opportunity: Yes
Walk to the coffee break venue at Town Hall Square and free time
- Transport type: Walking
- Travel time: 00:15
- Time at site: 00:45
- Free time at site: 45
- Photo/video opportunity: Yes
Walk back to the motorcoach
- Transport type: Walking
- Travel time: 00:15
Have a city drive to Pirita Monastery and visit
- Transport type: Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Travel time: 00:40
- Time at site: 00:30
- Inside visit: Yes
- Photo/video opportunity: Yes
Reboard your motorcoach and return to the ship
- Transport type: Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Travel time: 00:20