Monks, Ghosts and Legends Self Guided Tour of Tallinn

4.2 (34 reviews) Tallinn, Estonia
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Duration2h - 3h
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LanguagesGerman, Russian, Portuguese, English, Italian, Polish, French, Dutch, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

A demon lurking in an old well. A bag of gold that turns to horse dung at the Devil's Wedding. And the world's oldest national flag, said to have fallen from the sky right here in Tallinn. This self-guided audio walking tour takes you through 15 stops across Tallinn's medieval Old Town, from the ghost monks of the Danish King's Garden to the 600-year-old pharmacy that once sold mummy juice and powdered unicorn horn.
You'll hear the legend of how a giant's grieving wife built an entire hill from stones, discover why a painted window on Rataskaevu Street has stayed sealed for centuries, and walk the cobblestoned streets where Hanseatic merchants once shaped Northern Europe's trade routes.

With the Tourific Self- Guided tour app you can navigate without internet and explore at your own pace which makes it perfect for solo travellers and families. No need to run after guides anymore. Over 20,000 travellers have used our self-guided tours. The tour comes with a full refund guarantee.

What's included

  • Audio and written guide included for 15+ stops
  • 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
  • Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
  • Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
  • 1-year access on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
  • Check or search your inbox for an email from “Tourific” with tour access instructions.
  • Any physical devices or headphones
  • Human tour guide at location

What to expect

  1. Freedom Square
    Pass by
    An important monument commemorating the the soldiers of Tallinn
  2. Danish King's Garden
    Pass by
    Know more about the story of the origin of the Danish flag, yes you heard it right, the Danish flag origin in Tallinn, Estonia. Also, know more about the black-ghost like statues in the Garden.
  3. Pass by
    Know more about the history of the Cathedral and some interesting facts about the church bells
  4. Toompea Hill
    Pass by
    Climb up the Toompea Hill and know about the local legend as to how Toompea Hill was formed.
  5. Viewing Point Kohtuotsa
    Pass by
    Visit the Kohtuotsa Viewing Platform and click some of the most memorable pictures to take back the memories of your trip to Tallinn
  6. Cat's Well
    Pass by
    Know more about the story of Cat's well and the local legend of the famous Devil's wedding that took place in one of the hotels.
  7. Pass by
    Visit a restaurant that servers food from the medieval era. They only use ingredients that were available in Europe before 15th century.
  8. Town Hall Pharmacy
    Pass by
    Visit the oldest running pharmacy and know more about the various potions sold for different ailments.
  9. Pass by
    Go back in time to the 1900's and if you like enjoy one of the most decadent cup of hot chocolate in Tallinn
  10. St. Olaf’s Church
    Pass by
    Know more about the history of the church and why it came to be known as the St. Olaf's Chuch
  11. Pass by
    Visit the famous Fat Margaret tower and know the different stories or legends about why it came to be known as the Fat Margaret tower.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This is a self-guided audio tour on the "Tourific self-guided tours" app. To activate the tour, check your email for instructions from Tourific or your booking platform sent right after booking. Can’t find it? Search for “Tourific” in your email inbox and spam folder.

End point

The tour ends at the Fat Margaret

Additional information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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