Tallinn Shore Excursion UNESCO Old Town and City Highlights

Tallinn, Estonia
Duration5h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 24 travelers

Overview

Explore Tallinn’s charming Old Town on this engaging walking tour that combines history with scenic beauty. Start with easy transport from the cruise port, then stroll past landmarks such as Toompea Castle, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, and the historic Town Hall. With an expert guide, uncover the rich history and fascinating stories of Estonia’s capital. After the tour, enjoy two hours of free time to shop or relax before returning to your original meeting point.
• 5-hour small-group tour with a maximum of 24 guests
• Includes round-trip transfers from your hotel or cruise port
• Guided visit of key highlights like St. Nicholas’ Church and St. Catherine’s Passage
• Enjoy 2 hours of free time for shopping and dining after the tour

Options

Ticket for a shared tour

Shared tour : This shared tour is scheduled to match the docking time of your cruise ship, ensuring a smooth and convenient experience.

Shared Tour for Oceania Marina

for Oceania Marina Passengers

Shared Tour for Carnival

for Carnival Legend Passengers

Shared ShorEx
Shared Tour for Oceania Sirena

for Oceania Sirena Passengers

Shared Tour for Norwegian Sun

for Norwegian Sun Passengers

Shared Tour for Sapphire

for Sapphire Princess Passenge

What's included

  • 2 hours of free time for shopping, lunch and exploring
  • Round-trip transportation from the cruise ship port of Tallinn
  • Small Group Tour with maximum of 24 passengers per Guide
  • Walking tour of Tallinn with a professional tour guide
  • Food and drink
  • Gratuities are optional but welcome if you enjoyed the service.
  • None will be required during your tour

What to expect

  1. Tallinn Estonia Cruise Port
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Discover Tallinn’s rich past on our exclusive small-group tour, beginning directly at the Tallinn Cruise Ship Port. Your guide and a comfortable, air-conditioned coach will be waiting at the port to take you on a journey through this medieval treasure. Created especially for cruise passengers, this intimate experience combines guided sightseeing and free time, with no more than 20 guests per guide for a personal feel.

    From the port, travel comfortably to Tallinn’s top attractions. Visit Toompea Hill for sweeping views, admire the detailed domes of Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, and stroll along the cobbled streets of Tallinn’s Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site filled with charm and history.

    After the guided part of the tour, enjoy free time to browse for unique souvenirs, taste local specialties, or take in the magical atmosphere of the town. At the end of the day, we’ll bring you back to the cruise ship port on schedule, leaving you with lasting memories of Tallinn.
  2. Tallinn Old Town
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    Your experienced local guide will lead you to a comfortable air-conditioned coach which will then take you to the Upper Old Town. During this 15 minute journey you can enjoy the lovely parks surrounding Old Town.
  3. Toompea Castle
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    See the impressive Toompea Castle rising proudly on Toompea Hill.
  4. 15m · Admission ticket not included
    Our walking tour begins in the Upper Old Town, where you will see the Estonian Parliament.
  5. 15m · Admission ticket not included
    Our next stop is one of Tallinn’s highlights: the magnificent Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.
  6. St Mary's Cathedral
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    After a walk through the narrow cobblestone streets you will visit Tallinn’s oldest church – Dome Church (Virgin Mary Cathedral) and from Kohtuotsa Viewing Platform enjoy breathtaking panoramic views.
  7. Tallinn Old Town
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    From here we will descend into the vibrant Lower Old Town. The main highlights here are the Gothic merchant houses and the Town Wall with its beautiful towers.
  8. St. Nicholas' Orthodox Church
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    You will also admire the beautiful St Nicholas Church and the Holy Ghost Church.
  9. 15m · Admission ticket not included
    The tour continues to the historic city center – Town Hall Square, where one of the world’s oldest pharmacies can still be seen beside the 15th century Town Hall.
  10. St. Catherine's Passage
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    Next, you will stroll through the renowned St Catherine’s Passage and admire the private studios of local artists.
  11. Viru Gates
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    The tour ends at Viru Gate, where you will have 2 hours of free time to enjoy lunch and go shopping.
  12. Port of Tallinn
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    At the scheduled time, the bus will take you back to the port from the city center.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

When you disembark from your cruise ship, please make your way outside the terminal entrance, towards the city. One of our representatives will be waiting for you displaying a greeting sign that reads: “VEXPERIO".

End point

When you disembark from your cruise ship, please make your way outside the terminal entrance, towards the city. One of our representatives will be waiting for you displaying a greeting sign that reads: “VEXPERIO".

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • The tour includes walking on concrete sidewalks, asphalt, and cobblestone streets.
  • The walking distance is about 2 to 3.5 km which is 1.2 to 2.2 miles total.

Cancellation policy

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