Tallinn
Estonia · HarjumaaEE
Capital and largest city of Estonia
Tallinn is the capital and most populous city of Estonia. Located on a bay in northern Estonia, on the shore of the Gulf of Finland of the Baltic Sea, it has a population of 456,518 as of 2025 and administratively lies in Harju County. Tallinn is the main governmental, financial, industrial, and cultural centre of Estonia. It is located 187 kilometres (116 mi) northwest of the country's second largest city, Tartu, however, only 80 kilometres (50 mi) south of Helsinki, Finland. It is also 320 kilometres (200 mi) west of Saint Petersburg, Russia, 300 kilometres (190 mi) north of Riga, Latvia, and 380 kilometres (240 mi) east of Stockholm, Sweden. From the 13th century until the first half of the 20th century, Tallinn was known in most of the world by variants of its other historical name, Reval.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 363,000
- Coordinates
- 59.437, 24.754
- Timezone
- Europe/Tallinn
- Elevation
- 28 m
Overview of Tallinn
Part of Harjumaa, Estonia, Tallinn is a sizeable city. Some 363,000 inhabitants call it home. Sitting in the northern hemisphere, its seasons follow that pattern. A useful hint when you budget your days. Expect nature, water sports and culture to fill most of your time.
Things to do in Tallinn
Nature in Tallinn
(21)Nature in Tallinn covers Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Forest. The full list runs to 21 activities. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Tallinn.
Water Sports in Tallinn
(19)Tallinn records Bodyboard, Canoeing, Diving, Jet Skiing and Kayaking under water sports. Everything listed here comes from what Tallinn is actually tagged with. 19 entries sit in this category, enough to fill more than a day.
Culture in Tallinn
(18)Tallinn records Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Art Galleries, Bridges and Castles under culture. All of it is drawn from Tallinn's recorded activities. 18 entries sit in this category, enough to fill more than a day.
Sports in Tallinn
(15)Sports in Tallinn covers Biking, Golf, Hiking, Hiking Trails and Horse Trails. The full list runs to 15 activities. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Tallinn.
Adventure in Tallinn
(13)Adventure lovers get Abseiling, Adventure, Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks and Boat Rides. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Tallinn. Altogether 13 options are tagged here.
Nightlife in Tallinn
(10)Tallinn records Bars, Casinos, Clubs, Disco and Events under nightlife. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Tallinn. Altogether 10 options are tagged here.
Wellness in Tallinn
(7)Looking for wellness? Tallinn has Farms, Hammam, Ranches, Spa and Therms. The full list runs to 7 activities. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Tallinn.
Family in Tallinn
(4)On the family side, Tallinn offers Aquariums, Playgrounds, Water Parks and Zoo. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Tallinn. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Shopping in Tallinn
(2)The shopping shortlist for Tallinn: Food and Shopping. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Tallinn. A compact set that still fills a visit.
More to do in Tallinn
(2)Our data lists Fishing and Secret as other activities options here. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Tallinn.
Best time to visit Tallinn
Off-peak visits still work, thanks to culture and food. For anything on snow, December to February is the season. For trails and green space, April to June and September to October is the sweet spot. Coast and water plans belong in June to September.
Getting there & around
Tallinn sits on major routes, so arrival options are broad and moving around is easy. Tallinn runs on Europe/Tallinn time.
Similar destinations
Places near Tallinn that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tallinn known for?
- In Harjumaa, Estonia, Tallinn stands out for nature, water sports and culture. That mix defines the typical visit to this 363,000-strong destination.
- What can you do in Tallinn?
- Options in Tallinn run to Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Forest — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Tallinn?
- Off-peak visits still work, thanks to culture and food. For anything on snow, December to February is the season. For trails and green space, April to June and September to October is the sweet spot. Coast and water plans belong in June to September.
- Where is Tallinn located?
- You will find Tallinn in Harjumaa, Estonia. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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