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Tallinn's top museums and must-see attractions

Medieval and modern collide in Tallinn's top museums and must-see attractions. Dive into the dynamic history on display in Estonia's capital.

From the medieval charm of Tallinn's Old Town to the contemporary allure of Kumu Art Museum, Estonia's capital city has something for everyone.

Experience rural life at the Estonian Open Air Museum, dive into maritime history at the Seaplane Harbour Museum and stroll through the enchanting rooms of Kadriorg Palace.

Explore Estonia's cultural treasures with the help of a Museum Card. Valid for 12 months from the date it's first used, this card gives you access to over 100 museums around the country.

Kumu Art Museum

Museums

Kumu is the main building of the Art Museum of Estonia and the largest and most representative exhibition place in Estonia. The task of the Kumu Art...

Source: Eesti Kunstimuuseum

Estonian Open Air Museum

Museums

Just a 15-minute drive from the centre of Tallinn, you will find a wonderful place – the Estonian Open Air Museum, showcasing the countrys rural...

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Kadriorg Art Museum

Museums

Kadriorg Art Museum is the only museum in Estonia dedicated to early European and Russian art. In a Baroque palace built by Tsar Peter the Great of...

Source: Eesti Kunstimuuseum

Fotografiska Tallinn

Museums

Fotografiska is a modern international photo museum where photography, art, and an open mindset meet. The destination where you can discover...

Source: Kaupo Kalda

PoCo - Pop-Art Museum

Museums

PoCo is a global museum of pop-art. The exhibition includes Warhol, Banksy, Koons, Lichtenstein, Haring, Hirst, Hockney, Basquiat, Kusama, Newton and...

Source: PoCo

Seaplane Harbour, Estonian Maritime Museum

Museums

The most exciting maritime museum in Europe is located in the Seaplane Harbour! About 200 authentic items are on display at the historical seaplane...

Seaplane Harbour, Estonian Maritime Museum

Source: K. Haagen, Lennusadam (Eesti Meremuuseum)

PROTO Invention Factory

Theme parks

Imagine driving the world’s first, car, locomotive, or hot air balloon, or walking on the seabed. Now, you can do it because PROTO Invention Factory,...

Source: Martin Dremljuga

Kiek in de Kök Fortifications Museum

Museums

The Kiek in de Kök Fortification Museum is a 500-meter-long complex featuring four historic towers: Kiek in de Kök, Maiden’s Tower, Tallitorn, and...

Source: Meeli Küttim, Tallinna Linnamuuseum

Museum and Visitor Centre of Fat Margaret, Estonian Maritime Museum

Museums

Welcome to the Museum and Visitor Centre of Fat Margaret! Listed on UNESCOs World Heritage List, the complex provides an overview of maritime trade,...

Museum and Visitor Centre of Fat Margaret, Estonian Maritime Museum

Source: Kaupo Kalda

Niguliste Museum and viewing platform

Architecture and history

The museum in the Niguliste Church, which was built in the 13th century, is one of the few museums housed in a sacral building. Enjoy ecclesiastical...

Niguliste Museum and viewing platform. Bernt Notke the ’Dance of Death’

Source: Eesti Kunstimuuseum

Kohtuotsa viewing platform

Architecture and history

Kohtuotsa viewing platform is on the northern side of Toompea hill. It provides excellent views over the red roofs and towering spires of the Old...

Source: Kadi-Liis Koppel, Visit Tallinn

Estonian History Museum — Great Guild Hall

Museums

The over-600-years-old dignified medieval Great Guild Hall has been one of the citys best-known places for organising cultural events and parties...

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Estonian History Museum – Maarjamäe Palace

Museums

The Estonian History Museum is located the summer estate with a colourful past, known as Maarjamäe Palace. On the 100th anniversary of the Republic...

Estonian History Museum – Maarjamäe Palace

Source: Vahur Lõhmus

Tallinn TV Tower's observation deck

Architecture and history

Welcome to the Tallinn TV Towers observation deck! At a height of 170 metres, you will be treated to one of the most magnificent views of the...

Source: Tallinna Teletorn / Triin Musting

Tallinn Zoo

Nature observation

Tallinn Zoo has the most exciting collection of animals out of all the Nordic countries! It is home to giant elephants and rhinos, dangerous...

Source: Leif-August Kirs

Vabamu Museum of Occupations and Freedom

Museums

We tell the story of Estonia and Estonians through personal memories and the moving stories of grandmothers and grandfathers. On your journey through...

Vabamu Museum of Occupations and Freedom

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Tallinn City Life Museum

Museums

We introduce the history of the city from its establishment to this day. The cellars of the medieval merchant house stores ceramics, porcelain, and...

Source: Tallinna linnaelumuuseum

Estonian Health Museum

Museums

The Estonian Health Museum is located in two medieval buildings in the Old Town of Tallinn. The unique atmosphere and visiting conditions are perfect...