A 2 day itinerary exploring Tallinn's christmas markets
Things to do in advance
Book flights to Tallinn
Book accommodation
Book a table at Rataskaevu 16 the day before or on arrival
Day 1
10am - Arrive in Tallinn
10am-11am - Airport bus from Tallinn airport to the centre
11am-12pm - Check in
12pm-1pm - Lunch at Olde Hansa
1pm-3pm - Explore the Old Town and the Christmas Markets
3pm-4pm - Visit St Olaf’s Church
4pm-6pm - Visit the Seaplane Harbour Museum
6pm-7pm - Enjoy the entertainment in the Town Hall Square
7pm-7:15pm - Walk over to the Telliskivi area
7:15pm-9pm - Dinner at F-Hoone
9pm onwards - Drinks at St Vitus
Day 2
9am-9:30am - Catch the sunrise at the Kohtu platform in Toompea
9:30am-11am - Breakfast at Chocolaterie
11am-1pm - Join a Free Walking Tour
1pm-2pm - Lunch at Estonian Burger Factory
2pm-4pm - Visit the Kumu Art Museum or the Patarei Sea Fortress
4pm-5pm - Grab a sweet treat and some mulled wine from the Christmas Markets
5pm-6pm - Warm up with a beer at Beer House
6pm-7pm - Visit the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
7pm-9pm - Dinner at Rataskaevu 16
9pm onwards - Drinks at Porgu and Hell Hunt in the Old Town
Other recommendations
The Seaplane Harbour A maritime museum displaying around 200 authentic items in a sea plane hangar. A great attraction for adults and kids alike with plenty to keep them occupied from dressing up in a navy uniform to flight and submarine simulators. The cafe located at the museum, MARU, is also very highly rated for stop here for a coffee and a bite to eat after exploring what the museum has to offer. The admission fee is around 15 euros per person and children can enter for free. Location: Vesilennuki tanav 6, Pohja-Tallinna Linnaosa Pierre Chocolaterie This cafe is quaint and quirky and will make you feel as though you’ve stepped into Paris in the 1920’s. As you can imagine this won’t be the most healthy of breakfasts but allow yourself to indulge in the fresh, handmade truffles, cakes and delicious coffee served in this cosy cafe. Location: Vene 6 (in the Masters Courtyard), Old Town Estonian Burger Factory Here you will find Angus beef burgers locally sourced in Estonia. This chilled out and trendy restaurant offer a variety of different burgers including meat, fish and vegetarian options. This lunch is sure to fill you up for an afternoon of sight seeing. Location: Lootsi 10, 10151 Kumu Art Museum The Kumu Art Museum is the headquarters of the Art Museum of Estonia which comprises of five museums in total. Each museum focuses on a particular subject and Kumu displays Estonian art from the 18th century to present day. Tickets are around 8 euros per person. Location: A, Weizenbergi 34, 10127 Patarei Sea Fortress This attraction is a memorial to victims of communism and fascism. It is an impressive structure and part of European architectural heritage which was once used by the Soviet Union to imprison innocent people. You can now find an exhibition here called “Communism is a prison” where you can learn about the concept and crimes which have taken place in both Estonia and all over the world. The fortress and exhibition are free to enter. Location: Kalaranna tanav 28, Pohja-Tallinna Linnaosa Rataskaevu 16 Voted the number 1 restaurant in Tallinn Rataskaevu 16s unimaginative name has not stopped locals and tourists visiting and enjoying this restaurant experience. It is not often you find a TripAdvisor top choice which is affordable and reasonably priced. This restaurants serves hearty Estonian dishes including roast Elk and a number of vegetarian and gluten free dishes. Make sure you book this restaurant in advance to avoid disappointment. Location: Rataskaevu 16, 10123 Porgu This beer cellar offers a plethora of draught beers and ciders. The white archways and lantern style lighting make the cellar cosy and relaxed. Taste a few and then grab your chosen beer from the bar. Location: Ruutli 4, 10130 Hell Hunt Don’t let the scary name put you off here. This trendy bar is located in the centre of the Old Town and located close to Porgu. Begin a mini bar crawl and enjoy another great bar with a selection of beers and ciders. Location: Pikk
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