Things to Do in Tallinn
Tallinn is a city of stories, and at Tales of Reval, we bring them to life. Step into the past and experience the medieval charm of the Old Town through immersive storytelling and humour.
As we enter our 7th season, we take pride in what we have built. We don’t just guide - we create memories. Our excellent reviews reflect the care we put into every tour.
Whether you are a first-time visitor or a returning guest, we invite you to explore Tallinn with us and see why Tales of Reval has become a favorite among those who value authenticity, history, and a touch of playfulness.
NB! Tales of Reval is a company. Cedric is our figurehead on pictures - but our talented storytelling team also includes Gregorius, Wilhelm, and Nicole. Look for your guide dressed in authentic medieval attire.
PS! If you're having trouble finding us, the friendly folks at the Tourist Information Centre will gladly point you in the right direction.
On this guided tour you will discover why Tallinn is considered one of the most beautiful medieval cities in Estonia, and why it has been listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. We will tour its historic center, which during the Middle Ages was itself a medieval city, of which there are still traces in its buildings, old houses and alleys. The tour of the historic center includes: - Ratucha and central square - Church of San Nicolas. - Aleksander Nevsky Cathedral - Viewpoints of the upper city - Church of Saint Olafo - Cathedral of Saint Mary, with its observation deck - Tompea Castle - Nunna Gate and its towers - Church of Saint Mary of the 3 Hands - Short Leg Street and Long Leg - Kiek in de Kok and accompanying towers
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This free tour will dish out the history and politics, but will also give you real-life tales from locals about what it was like to live in Communist Tallinn. Some of the stories will shock you, some are so absurd they will make you laugh!
Join us on a 2-hour English language guided tour through the Old Town and into the cool harbor area, and learn more about our communist history. Our guides won't cover overly dates & figures, rather than we focus on stories and legends that will bring the city alive for each participant!
If you have a bigger group than 5pax, then the price of the tour would be 5€ per person.
Our local storytellers are keeping things honest, simple & fun!
The sea has always shaped this city. Sometimes Tallinn embraced it, sometimes it turned away. But the waves have never stopped calling.
We walk along Tallinn’s seafront, from Noblessner to the Linnahall, tracing its long, complicated relationship with the water. Once a military-industrial frontier, closed off and controlled, today it is a city rediscovering its shoreline.
We pass Patarei Sea Fortress, first built to defend the empire, later used to imprison its own people. We stand atop Linnahall, a Soviet monument to ambition—grand, imposing, and now fading into memory. Moving along the shore, we see how the city is opening itself to the sea once more, replacing old barriers with promenades, harbors, and open horizons.
The waterfront is a place of shifting tides, not just of water, but of history. Let’s walk through its past, its present, and the future taking shape before us.
Explore the enchanting streets of Tallinn's Old Town with our engaging 2-hour guided tour in English. Our knowledgeable local storytellers will take you on a captivating journey through time, covering everything from the medieval era, through the Soviet period, to the vibrant modern-day Estonia.
Instead of getting bogged down with dates and figures, we focus on sharing fascinating stories and legends that will breathe life into the city's rich history. Discover the essence of our culture and the spirit of our people as we stroll through charming squares and historic landmarks.
Join us for a fun and insightful experience that promises to leave you with a deeper understanding of Tallinn and its heritage. Don’t miss this opportunity to see the city through the eyes of those who know it best!
A single voice is fragile. A thousand voices can shake the world.
Walking down the Song Festival Grounds, we step into the story of how choral singing became Estonia’s quiet rebellion—a force so strong it helped bring down an empire.
Through centuries, song has been more than music in Estonia. It has been a call to unity, a form of resistance, and the heartbeat of a nation unwilling to be silenced. As we walk, we listen—to the stories of those who stood here before, to the echoes of past festivals, and to the voices that still rise today.
And yes, we will tell you about the bees—so eager to collect pollen and produce honey that, without realizing it, they managed to bring down an empire.
Step into history. Walk through the music. Hear the songs that changed a nation.
Does your cruise through the Baltic stop in Tallinn? On this bike tour, we'll discover the main landmarks in Estonia's capital city in just three hours!
The tour will start in Toompea, at the cradle of Tallinn. Marvel at the Dome Church and the winter residences of the Baltic German Noble families.
Next, we will discover the birth site of the Danish flag (the Danish King´s garden) and pass through the lower Old town.
We will also see the Church of St.Nicholas (not the Santa) before stopping to enjoy coffee and sweets (marzipan) at the oldest working café shop (Maiasmokk),
Finally, we will visit the Town Hall Square and the ancient apothecary and end our tour on Viru Street.
Throughout the tour, you will hear stories from the past 800+ years.
Tallinn offers a great diversity of experiences available to visitors.
While the lower part of the Old Town is packed with various places offering mostly gastronomical entertainment, the Upper Town represents a marvelous attraction for history appreciators.
From here, you can see how large and diverse Tallinn could be.
This tour offers a lovely opportunity to learn many curious facts about Estonia and get familiar with the history of Tallinn's most important landmarks. You will see how different eras of Estonia's development got reflected in local architecture and hear many exciting stories about former residents of the Toompea hill manors.
