With beautiful lakes, old growth forests, and over 1500 islands, Estonia is a remarkable country on Baltic Sea. The capital, Tallinn, is definitely worth a visit as well.
Tallinn, Estonia’s capital has a beautiful old town and is surrounded by medieval walls. It also has a collection of great amber shops, magnificent churches, and great food.
Itineraries
Essential Scandinavia
This two-week trip will take you to most of the major cities of Scandinavia, including Oslo, Tallinn, Helsinki, Stockholm, and Copenhagen. You'll also have an opportunity to explore the spectacular …
Tallinn
Tallinn is the small, yet incredibly charming capital of Estonia. Set right on the Baltic Sea, it has an Old Town that rivals any in Europe. Taste the local beer, get lost in the winding streets, and…
Eat & Drink
Clayhills Gastropub
A gastropub in old town Tallinn with a welcoming vibe and great beer flights. Clayhills offers live music every Friday and Saturday nights, which can be a lot of fun. The singer we saw was amazing.
Balthasar
The “garlic restaurant” in the heart of old town Tallinn. Most of the dishes involve garlic in some fashion, and they’re almost all delicious. The dining room also offers great views of the town square.
See
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
Very impressive cathedral in old town Estonia with ornate decorations and beautiful stained glass windows. Completed in 1900 when Estonia was part of the Russian empire, the cathedral is built in the Russian Revival style.
Chateau Royal
More ruins than anything else, the castle offers rampart walks, beautiful views of the harbor below, and some local art exhibits.