Tallinn Hotels

Of course, the past is not the only reason to visit the city. As the most notable information technology hub in the Baltic region, Tallinn has become a busy and modern city, with a vibrant, youthful population and a notorious nightlife. Best of all, a wonderfull array of authentic restaurants and bars in and around the old town will not put a strain on your budget.

Tallinn History

• Holy Birgitta Monastery – A landmark monastery of Scandinavian female saints.
• Patarei (Battery) Prison – The least-developed Tallinn historical attraction.
• Kadriorg Palace – An imperial Russian summer residence constructed in 1718 by the Italian architect, Niccolo Michetti.
• Alexander Nevsky Cathedral – A 19th-century Russian orthodox church.
• Raekoja Plats – A square located in the centre of the Old City. Cafes and restaurants surround this square.

Tallinn Art & Culture

• Open Air Museum – This museum comprises 72 buildings of Estonian vernacular architecture.
• National Art Museum KUMU – This museum is home to a cyclopic house.
• Museum of Occupations – A museum of the conditions for Tallinn residents living under Soviet and Nazi regimes.
• Song Festival Grounds – A massive modernist structure in which the All Estonian Song Festival is held.
• Tallinn International Festival Jazzkaar – Held in April, this Tallinn jazz festival draws music lovers from across the globe.

Tallinn Shopping

• Viru Keskus – A popular shopping centre offering leisure and entertainment options.
• Foorum Keskus – A cosy shopping centre featuring well-known fashion brands.
• Kaubamaja – A huge shopping centre. Home to shops to suit the whole family.
• Viru Street – Located in the Old City, this street is great for souvenirs and boutique stores.
• The Rotermann Quarter – A popular downtown Tallinn shopping area with clothing and department stores.

Gay & Lesbian Tallinn

• Kapp – Tallinn's most famous gay club, located in an exclusive place in town.
• G-Punkt – A discreet club favoured by Tallinn residents.Entrance to the club is via a back door.
• Ring Club – A men-only gay club and sauna.
• Sauna Club 69 – A popular sauna for men only.
• Stroomi Beach – A gay-friendly beach in Tallinn. The ideal destination when the sun is shining.

Attractions

• Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
• Kadriorg Palace
• Old Town
• Toompea Castle
• Art Museum of Estonia (KUMU)

Activities

• Estonian Music Days
• Baroque Music Festival
• Old Town Days
• Jazzkaar Festival
• Tallinn FoodFest

Restaurants

• Maikrahv
• Vanaema Juures
• Olde Hansa
• Egoist
• Must Lammas

Nightlife

• Pegasus
• Moskva
• Depeche Mode
• BonBon
• Terrarium

Climate

With cold winters and rainy summers, spring is the consensus choice, weather-wise, for when best to visit Tallinn.

• Winter (December to March) -8-2°C
• Spring (April to May) 0-13°C
• Summer (June to September) 6-22°C
• Fall (October to November) -1-10°C