Private Walking Tour of Tallinn Old Town
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Private Walking Tour of Tallinn Old Town Description
Imagine walking through one of the best well-preserved medieval towns in Northern Europe while learning its history and legends. Our private Tallinn walking tour is designed for you to discover the most emblematic sites and learn the history of this UNESCO listed city.
Alongside one of our professional guides, you will walk around the cobbled stone streets of the old town of Tallinn. The tour is completely adjustable to your personal likes and desires. Enjoy walking within its fortified walls and along centuries old buildings with red tile roofs while learning the history of the city and its meaning for the Hanseatic League.
The starting point of your tour is adaptable to your personal needs. Your tour may start from the cruise port, or from your centrally located hotel. We can provide vehicle transfer if needed.
Private Walking Tour of Tallinn Old Town | Points of Interest & Landmarks
The Old Town of Tallinn has been inscripted in the UNESCO world heritage site list in 1997. As they state, ¨The origins of Tallinn date back to the 13th century, when a castle was built there by the crusading knights of the Teutonic Order. It developed as a major centre of the Hanseatic League, and its wealth is demonstrated by the opulence of the public buildings (the churches in particular) and the domestic architecture of the merchants’ houses, which have survived the ravages of fire and war in the intervening centuries.¨
During our private Tallinn walking tour, you will learn the history, secrets and legends of the Old Town. Your guide will introduce you to the old and modern history of the country and the city. After that, you will explore the Upper and Lower part of the Old Town.
The itinerary will begin exploring the Lower Town, also known as Reval. Some of the sites you will visit there, for instance, are:
- The fortified medieval town wall with several towers
- The Old Town Gothic Town Hall
- Town Hall Square: This was the place where goods from around the world came in through the port and were traded on a local market
- Town Council Pharmacy: Open since 1422, is the oldest in Europe.
- Much more!
You will then continue your path to the Upper Town, also known as Toompea. Some of the main sites you will be able to see here are:
- Alexander Nevsky Cathedral: Built in 1900 while Estonia was part of the tsarist Russian Empire, it is the grandest and most opulent Orthodox church in Tallinn
- Toompea Castle: This historical site today houses the Parliament of Estonia
- Dome Church: One of the oldest in Estonia
- Enjoy outstanding panoramic views of Tallinn and the Lower Town from Toompea Hill
- Much more!
During your personalized itinerary you will learn about the history, legends and culture of Estonia. Our guides are licensed and experts about their city and country. If you prefer, we also provide a city tour with driver and guide, which also includes visiting the suburbs of Tallinn.
Includes
This Private Tour includes:
- Private licensed tour guide for 2 to 3 hours
- Completely personalised and private experience
- Guardian Angel Service: 24/7 phone line
- Private tour
- Public liability insurance
- Taxes
Excludes
This Private Tour excludes:
- Entrance fees
- Food and drinks
- Transportation
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
- No Refund, Modification or Cancellation in any case on any type of tickets or entrance fees.
- Modification of tour/service dates and starting times are subject to availability.
- 48 hours prior to first service date: Free Cancellation on guide and private vehicle with chauffeur. Any type of entrance tickets have no refund.
- Less than 48 hours prior to first service date: No Refund. Payment of 100%.