Kadriorg & Pirita

L. Koidula 12A Map
Ph: +372 601 3232 · Fax: +372 601 3181
tammsaare@linnamuuseum.ee · Homepage

Anton Hansen-Tammsaare (1878-1940) is considered to be the greatest Estonian writer of the 20th century. His most famous work is the five-part epic, Truth and Justice, which covers all strata of Estonian society. The museum chronicles his life and work, but just as interesting is the apartment, painstakingly restored to its 1930s original, where the writer lived the last eight years of his life.

Uus 33 Map
Ph: +372 511 1819
mail@citybike.ee · Homepage

City Bike offers this fascinating, 2-hour bicycle tour of Tallinn’s harder-to-reach beauty spots. The 14km, English-language excursion starts at the City Bike Hostel (Uus 33) in Old Town, reaching Kadriorg Palace and Park, the Song Festival Grounds, Pirita Beach and St. Bridget’s Convent. Book at least 1h prior, ph +372 511 1819. 1.01-30.04; 1.09-31.10; 1.12-31.12: Mon-Sun 11:00 1.05-31.08: ...

Kloostri 6A Map
Ph: +372 621 2175
kristo@bellmarine.ee · Homepage

A boat, two oars and some good company are all you need for a romantic row around the winding Pirita river, and this waterside enterprise can supply the first two. Kayaks and water bikes are also available. The gorgeous, green marshland that leads to the mouth of the river offers a number of channels to explore, one of which affords a unique view of the ruins of St. Bridget’s convent. One hour boat ...

A. Weizenbergi 20A Map
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restoran@carramba.ee · Homepage

Out in the serene Kadriorg Park, not far from the Kadriorg Palace, is Carramba, a celebrated Mexican restaurant with a fun-loving interior in the style of the Old West. Wash down your spicy Mexican or Tex-Mex meal – chili con carne, quesadillas and fajitas included – with a refreshing Mexican beer or cocktails. Tallinn Card: 10% discount from a menu.

Pirita tee 56 Map
Ph: +372 622 8600 · Fax: +372 622 8601
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Maarjamäe Palace is now home to a large-scale exhibition devoted to the Republic of Estonia. It tells the story of the birth, development, occupation and regained independence of the republic. A variety of objects, documents and stories highlight Estonians' desire for freedom and self-determination throughout the 20th century.

Viru väljak Map
Ph: +372 627 9080
info@citytour.ee · Homepage

Explore Tallinn the easy and fun way! With audio commentary available in 10 languages, the Pirita Tour's route runs from the town centre to the Pirita district and back. Its 12 stops include Kadriorg Park, the Maarjamäe Palace, St.Bridget’s Convent, the Botanic Gardens and the TV Tower. May 1-Sept 30: Mon-Sun 10:00, 11:30, 14:30, 16:00 Oct 1-Apr 30: Mon-Sun 11:00, 14:00. NB! You can choose ...

Ph: +372 601 4548
kadriorupark@kadriorupark.ee · Homepage

In 2011 the Kadriorg Park received a truly wonderful addition in form of the Japanese garden. The garden was designed by renowned landscape designer from Japan, Masao Sone. The North-East corner of Kadriorg Park’s natural landscape with tall trees and heavy rocks is well suited for it. Plants have been chosen to suit Estonia's colder climate. In spring, cherry trees and rhododendrons blossom, in summer, ...

A. Weizenbergi 37 Map
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kadriorg@ekm.ee · Homepage

A trip to Tallinn isn’t a trip to Tallinn without a visit to this magnificent northern baroque palace, built by Peter the Great for his wife, Catherine I, in 1718. Designed by Italian architect Niccolo Michetti, the grandiose palace and surrounding manicured gardens are a humbling example of Tsarist extravagance, but just as important a reason to visit is that this is also home to the foreign art collection ...

A. Weizenbergi 34 Map
Ph: +372 602 6000 · Fax: +372 602 6002
muuseum@ekm.ee · Homepage

Opened in 2006, the Kumu is the impressive new main building of the Art Museum of Estonia, and it’s naturally a magnet for every visitor interested Estonian culture. The immense, hightech facility serves as both a national gallery, displaying the classics of Estonian art, and a contemporary art museum, showing off the latest trends.

A. Weizenbergi 28 Map
Ph: +372 606 6400 · Fax: +372 606 6401
muuseum@ekm.ee · Homepage

Anyone visiting the Kadriorg Palace should also consider dropping into the Mikkel Museum, just over the road. Donated by a private collector, Johannes Mikkel, in 1994, the museum’s works now make up one of Tallinn’s most impressive displays of foreign art. Items here include alluring antique Chinese porcelain, Flemish and Dutch paintings and Italian engravings.

L. Koidula 21C Map
Ph: +372 601 7057
mmmm@linnamuuseum.ee · Homepage

Those visiting Kadriorg with children in tow will definitely want to put this new museum on their to-do list. Built in a 1930s-era recreational centre, Miia-Milla-Manda offers fun, creative activities for 3- to 11-year-olds. It's first exhibits are based around the theme of friendship.

Mäekalda 2 Map
Ph: +372 601 3136
peetri@linnamuuseum.ee · Homepage

During his visits to Tallinn in the early 18th century, Russian Tsar Peter the Great lived in this humble cottage in Kadriorg Park. The house is now a museum, and its few rooms are furnished with items from that era. Some of the Tsar's own personal belongings are also on display here.

Regati pst 1 Map
Ph: +372 639 8836
pool.topspa@tallink.ee · Homepage

Pirita TOP SPA, a seaside hotel and SPA complex with unique architecture, is a perfect place to relax, leave your tensions behind and restore your body's natural equilibrium. A number of therapies, including a salt chamber, are available, as are beauty treatments, saunas, a 25m swimming pool, gym, restaurant, café and shops. Tallinn Card: 2 hours swimming and sauna -50%.

Kloostri tee 9 Map
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lagle@osss.ee · Homepage

The mysterious, triangular shape towering above the trees next to Pirita River belongs to the ruins of St. Bridget's Convent. Founded in 1407 as part of a Swedish religious order, St. Bridget's was the largest convent in the Livonian territories. It operated here until the forces of Ivan the Terrible destroyed it during the Livonian war in 1577. In addition to its 35-metre gabled facade, visitors ...

Kloostrimetsa tee 52 Map
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aed@tba.ee · Homepage

With over 4,500 plant species and 123 hectares of space, the Botanical Garden near Pirita is the best place in Tallinn to stop and smell the flowers. In summer a stroll through the rose garden is a must, but the extensive, lush greenhouses make this a popular destination all year round. Here you can find everything from bananas to decorative house plants.

Kloostrimetsa tee 58A Map
Ph: +3726804057
info@teletorn.ee · Homepage

Tallinn's 314-metre TV Tower is set to become one the city's most popular tourist attractions when it reopens in Spring 2012. In addition to the amazing, panoramic views from its observation deck and café at the 170m level, visitors will be treated to sci-fi-inspired interiors and an interactive exhibit covering the tower's history, Estonia's best-known tech exports and the nation's claims to world ...

Rohuneeme 1/1 Map
Ph: +372 601 4522
fkkeskus@fkkeskus.ee · Homepage

This motorised go-karting track offers a full 300m of twists, turns and thrills. Best of all, it's an indoor track that's completely immune to weather and stays open all year. Visitors can relax in the sauna or take a break in the café. Group competitions can also be arranged, complete with trophies and sparkling wine! Advance booking recommended. Tallinn Card: 8 minutes of go-karting -50%