Tallinn with Kadriorg and Pirita Join-in Shore Excursion

Summary

Meet your guide at the main gates of Tallinn cruise port, around 30 minutes after your cruise arrival time. Traveling aboard an air-conditioned coach, pass landmarks such as the Margaret Tower, the Great Coastal Gate, and the historic city walls on the short drive into Tallinn center. Hop out to explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town on foot, strolling along the cobbled lanes and admiring the characterful medieval buildings. Along the way, stop to peek into St. Olaf’s church and Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, visit one of the oldest functioning pharmacies in the world, and marvel at the Three Sisters Houses, a cluster of medieval merchant houses that have been transformed into a 5-star hotel. Continue to the Dome Church (Virgin Mary Cathedral), then take in the views from Toompea Hill, as your guide tells you all about Estonian culture and traditions. After the walking tour, enjoy a short break to grab a coffee or browse the handicrafts stores for unique souvenirs, before jumping back on the bus. Drive around 15 minutes to Kadriorg Park, where you’ll have a chance to stroll around the palatial gardens and admire the grandiose façade of the Kadriorg Palace, which once belonged to Empress Catherine I. Continue exploring nearby attractions such as KUMU Art Museum, the Song Festival Grounds, and the Olympic Yacht Center, then enjoy a stop at Pirita beach, where the romantic ruins of St. Bridget’s Convent make for some striking photo opportunities. Your tour ends with drop-off at the port in time for your cruise departure. Please note: Some of the churches require donations if you wish to enter (own expense). This tour involves a moderate amount of walking and is not wheelchair accessible. Tours are limited to a group size of 26.

Tour info

Duration
5 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Explore the best Tallinn highlights with a 5-hour guided tour, in a group limited to 26 people. Discover the best-known landmarks of the Old Town, and see how the Estonians really live. See Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Dome Church, and Kadriorg Park. Take in the views from Toompea Hill, and make a photo stop at Pirita beach, Tallinn's modern district. Enjoy round-trip transportation from the port by a professional driver. 

What’s included?

  • Professional English-speaking tour guide for 5 hrs

  • Comfortable tourist-class vehicle for 5 hours

  • Tallinn Old Town walking tour

  • Kadriorg and Pirita panoramic tour

  • Entry/Admission - Aleksander Nevski Katedraali

  • Entry/Admission - Peapiiskopi Kirik

  • Entry/Admission - St. Olaf’s Church

  • Gratuities

  • Entrance & donation fees

  • Food, drinks, and souvenirs

  • Entrance to Kadriorg Palace and KUMU Art Museum

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 5h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

ULKOtours - Tallinn, Estonia

About operator:

See Tallinn the way we do! - Experience it! Taste it! Love it! We will take care of the rest! ULKOtours delivers the highest standards of service for any budget. The success we have had during the years we have been on the market with the ULKO brand proves that we work hard and we deliver to our promises. We provide tours in multiple Baltic destinations.

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