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Upcoming events in Tallinn
11,000 Years Of Estonian History
From May 28th 2011 until Jan 19th 2038 , on
Pikk 17 Tallinn
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Best rated restaurants in Tallinn
Pegasus
Eataway
Harju 1
Controvento
at homes right across the city
Cantina Carramba
Vene 12
Restaurant Steakhouse Liivi
Weizenbergi 20a
Cafe VS
Viru väljak 2
Olde Hansa
Parnu mnt. 28
African Kitchen
Vana turg 1
Uus 32/34
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Most popular pubs & clubs in Tallinn
The Score
Viru tn. 27
Venus Club
Vana-Viru 14
Von Krahli Baar
Rataskaevu 10/12
Club Privé
Harju 6
Depeche Mode Baar
Voorimehe 4
Levist Valjas
Olevimagi 12
Hell Hunt
Pikk 39
Cafe VS
Parnu mnt. 28
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Best hotels in Tallinn
Tallinn Backpackers
Lai 10
Merchant's House Hotel
Dunkri 4/6
Barons
Suur-Karja 7
Rasastra Bed & Breakfast
Mere str 4
Hotel Schlossle
Puhavaimu 13/15
Hotel Telegraaf
Vene 9
The Three Sisters
Pikk 71/ Tolli 2
Old Town Backpackers
Uus 14
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Essential services in Tallinn
Tallinn Central Post Office
Port of Tallinn
Narva maantee 1
Central Library (Foreign Literature)
Liivalaia 40
Medicover
Parnu mnt. 102c
Pindi Kinnisvara
Estonia pst. 15
Avis
Arrivals Hall, Tallinn Airport
AIDS Prevention Center
Mardi 3
R-Rent
Ravala pst. 4-715
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Need some culture?
Peter the Great Home Museum
Mäekalda 2
Tallinn Opera House
Estonia pst. 4
Estonian Architecture Museum
Ahtri 2
Estonian History Museum
Pikk 17
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Kadriorg Palace
Weizenbergi 37
Museum of Occupations
Toompea 8
KUMU Art Museum
Weizenbergi 34 / Valge 1
Museum of Applied Art and Design
17 Lai
Travel tips
Tallinn can get pretty nippy even in summer, especially if a cold sea breeze is
blowing in. Bring something to cheat the wind in summer, and hat and gloves are
essential in winter.
As Tallinn has become increasingly cosmopolitan the trend for tipping has
increased. A ten percent bonus for the staff on any sit-down meal should do nicely.
If you plan on skipping around the Estonian forests a la Little Red Riding Hood in
summer, then you might want to consider a vaccination against tick-borne
encephalitis. Other than that no special medical considerations need to be borne
in mind.
We're sure we don't need to tell you this but do not drink and drive! Apart from
the obvious dangers, the legal limit in Estonia is zero - so no half pint for the road.
Can't live without the internet? Tallinn could be your new favourite city. Over 200
areas in town boast free WIFI access so there's no need to leave the laptop at
home.
Although the centre of Tallinn is extremely safe, some of the suburbs are
undesirable to say the least. Check with the tourist office or locals before you go
for a stroll at night.
When it comes to questions of patriotism there are few nations that aren't prone
to a bit of oversensitivity and sense of humour failures. Estonians are no different,
so references to the small size of their country (which is in fact bigger than
Netherlands and Denmark) tend to go down badly. Instead pretend to know who
Mart Poom (Arsenal reserve goalkeeper) and Avro Part (classical composer) are,
and you'll be surrounded by new best friends.
Above: Winter weather
Below: No need for your fantasy football team to drop points whilst you're away
Getting around
By taxi
Taxi drivers are notorious over the world for trying to scam naive tourists with
extortionate rates, and Tallinn isn't any different. Follow the usual caveats: only
take a licensed taxi from a rank or established company, check the driver has an
operator's card (a white plastic card with the driver's photo, on the dashboard)
and always insist on using the meter. If you're feeling confident insist on a printed
receipt - if the driver can't issue you with one, legally you have the right to refuse
Above: Wham bam,
thank you tram!
Below: Pedal power
the fare!
By car
The advantages of travelling by car are obvious - door to door service and plenty
of opportunities for daytripping. Disadvantages include some slightly substandard
roads, some very substandard drivers and even the odd moose straying into your
path. But as long as you drive defensively and are prepared to do a bit of
herbivore dodging you should get by. Parking can also be a bit of a mare if you
want to get anywhere near the Old Town, and even during the day you are
required to have (dipped) headlights turned on.
By public transportation
Using the Tallinn public transport system is fairly easy for the most part. Buses,
trolleybuses and trams all use the same type of ticket, which can be bought at
any kiosk for 10 EEK (or 85 for a book of ten). You can also buy a ticket from the
driver, but you'll be charged an extra 5 EEK for the privilege. Stamp your ticket in
the machine straightaway or you're effectively riding without one. Inspectors are
rare but the 600 EEK fine could seriously dent your beer budget.