City Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit City Center
Popular places to visit
Tallinn Christmas Markets
During your trip to Tallinn, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Tallinn Christmas Markets. Wander the waterfront in this culturally rich area.
Town Hall Square
Tour historical buildings, watch open-air concerts and peruse market stalls at this ancient plaza in the center of Tallinn’s Old Town.
Rottermann Quarter
Wander along the cobbled paths that meander between the avant-garde, shiny shops and boutiques in this urban hotspot and commercial zone.
Tallinn Town Hall
You can study the exhibits at Tallinn Town Hall, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Tallinn. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
Gaze up at the onion domes, hear the powerful bells and admire the imaginative stained-glass windows of this magnificent landmark.
Viru Keskus Shopping Centre
During your visit to Tallinn, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Viru Keskus Shopping Centre. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Activities
From Tallinn: Day Trip to Lahemaa National Park
Guided Old Town Tallinn Historical Walking Tour
From Tallinn: Jägala Waterfall and Harju County Tour
Tallinn: Museums, Public Transport, and More City Card
Soviet Walking Tour of Tallinn: Explore the City's Hidden History
Our pick of the best City Center Hotel Deals
Palace Hotel Tallinn, a member of Radisson Individuals
"Good location, clean and comfortable, helpful and friendly staff."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Park Inn by Radisson Meriton Conference & Spa Hotel Tallinn
"This hotel is such a great value for its location and amenities! We had so much fun at the sauna and aqua center. Our room was also clean and spacious."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Metropol Spa Hotel
"Hotel was relatively clean and a good location, the staff was terrible, especially the restaurant staff, the vibe of the hotel is this; A tourist trap disguised and a place of tranquility. book somewhere else."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Radisson Collection Hotel, Tallinn
"Great spa!"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Meriton Old Town Garden Hotel
"Rooms were stuffy, we had no way of turning on the a/c as there was no thermostat in the room. It was hard to breathe ! We had to walk 2 sets of steep stairs to reach our room with luggage, no bell boy! Also there were folded up mattresses by our door throughout our stay, very tacky! To make matters ..."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Original Sokos Hotel Viru
"I recently stayed at Original Sokos Hotel Viru and overall had a pleasant stay. The hotel is well located, the room was comfortable, and the staff I interacted with were generally friendly. However, the check-in experience left a sour taste. I arrived at approximately 1:15 p.m. and was told that ..."
Reviewed on 5 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in City Center
Old Town Tallinn
Old Town Tallinn is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Tallinn Town Hall and Tallinn Christmas Markets while in the area.
Kesklinn
Kesklinn is known for its captivating waterfront views, and you can make a stop by Tallinn Central Market and Solaris Centre while in the area.
Kalamaja
Shopping, historical sites and restaurants are some highlights of Kalamaja. Make a stop by Port Noblessner or Patarei sea fortress-prison while you're exploring.
Rotermann Quarter
Historical sites, shopping and restaurants highlight some of the noteworthy features of Rotermann Quarter. Make a stop by Rottermann Quarter or Fenikss Casino while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Pirita
Unique features of Pirita include the beaches and spas. Make a stop by Tallinn TV Tower or Pirita Convent while you're exploring the area.
