Experts' Choice Award Tallinn Old Town
What the experts agree on
Medieval merchants' haven frozen in time—Tallinn's Old Town captivates with remarkably authentic 13th-century architecture and cobblestone streets that still pulse with the energy of its trading past.
“Tallinn’s historic city center is known for its authenticity and well-preserved medieval architecture.”
– Afar Magazine
Concierge "Perhaps the greatest pleasure of a visit to Tallinn is wandering through the beautiful Old Town (or Vanalinn)."
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"Tallinn's old town (or lower town) remains as active as it has always been, ever since the 13C when it teemed with merchants and artisans." Full review
Rough Guide "On our final day in Estonia, we returned to Tallinn to explore its UNESCO-listed old town. Set high above a medieval wall, it charms with its sloping cobbled streets, soft pastel painted..."
Independent "A UNESCO World Heritage Site known for being one of Northern Europe's best-preserved medieval cities. With buildings still standing from as far back as the 13th century, the Old Town has..."
Independent "The best way to explore? Get lost on foot in Tallinn's walled Old Town, following needle-sharp Gothic church spires and steep alleyways that open into large courtyards lined with pastel..."
Rough Guide "Tallinn, Estonia's compact, buzzing cital, with its enchanting heart surrounded by medieval walls, has been shed by nearly a millennium of outside influence. The heart of Tallinn is the..."
Rough Guide "As visitor numbers — and temperatures — drop in September, Tallinn's allure rises as the city glows with fall colors, adding extra magic to its UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town. Once..."
Condé Nast Traveler "It's no secret that Europe has some of the most charming towns and cities in the world—in fact, it's nearly impossible to choose which one is the most charming. But if we had to pick,..."
National Geographic
