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UNESCO medieval center with Town Hall and Toompea Castle.
Hip neighborhood with wooden houses, cafes, and Telliskivi.
Palace district with park, art museums, and embassy row.
Beach suburb with Olympic sailing center and monastery ruins.
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Tallinn is moderately priced compared to Western Europe. Accommodation and dining are affordable, though prices have risen in recent years. Old Town restaurants tend to be pricier. Budget €60-80/day.
Yes, especially among younger Estonians and in tourist areas. Russian is also widely understood, particularly among older generations and in service sector.
Estonia's e-Residency program allows non-Estonians to access Estonian digital services and run an EU-based company online. Tallinn is the hub of this digital nation concept. Estonia is the world's most digitally advanced society.
Tram 4 runs directly to Old Town (€2, 25 min). Bus 2 is faster (20 min). Bolt/Uber costs €10-15. Airport is only 4 km from center - very convenient.
Useful tips for visiting Tallinn
Download the Bolt app for affordable rides - it's an Estonian company and works better than Uber here.
The Tallinn Card offers free public transport, museum entry, and discounts. Worth it for 2+ days: 24h €49, 48h €69, 72h €83.
Visit Telliskivi Creative City for local design, street food, and the authentic hipster vibe. Best flea market on weekends.
Climb to Kohtuotsa viewing platform for the best panoramic view of Old Town with church spires and the sea. Free and stunning at sunset.
Average temperature by month
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Cost of food, accommodation and services
Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.
Hotels and rental prices
Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.
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Highly digital! E-residency, digital government pioneer. Cards widely accepted. Cash declining. Public transport free for residents, tourists buy cards.
Uses Euro. DIGITAL SOCIETY PIONEER! E-government, e-residency program - most advanced digital nation. Cards accepted everywhere. Old Town (UNESCO site) card-friendly. Public transport FREE for Tallinn residents, tourists buy rechargeable smartcards at kiosks. SEB, Swedbank, Luminor ATMs widespread. Startup hub - Skype birthplace! Compact medieval city, easy to walk. Very affordable Baltic gem!
10% appreciated in restaurants. Not mandatory. Round up for good service.
Tourist area with low crime rate
Tallinn is very safe. Low crime rates. Take normal precautions in crowded tourist areas. Old Town is well-lit and safe at night.