Private Shore Excursion Tallinn Old Town, Kadriorg and Pirita

5 hours Free cancellation Private tour

Private Shore Excursion Tallinn Old Town, Kadriorg and Pirita, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Make the most of your time in the capital of Estonia with this fascinating tour, designed to show you the main highlights of the stunning city of Tallinn. You will be picked up from the cruise port or your hotel and taken by car to Tallinn’s upper Old Town. Visit key sights like the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, St. Olav’s Church, and the Houses of Parliament, and enjoy panoramic views from Toompea Hill. Walk through the charming cobblestone streets of Tallinn’s well-preserved Old Town, see the Town Hall and one of the oldest pharmacies in the world. Next, drive along the Pirita-Kadriorg coastline to visit Kadriorg Palace, the Presidential Palace, KUMU Art Museum, and other landmarks like the Song Festival Grounds and St. Bridget’s Convent Ruins. At the end of the tour, you will be returned to the port with plenty of time to reboard your ship.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: German, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Vexperio

Ages: Adults (3–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Air-conditioned private vehicle
Included: Round-trip transportation from a hotel or the cruise ship port of Tallinn
Included: 5 hour service of a private guide
Included: 5 hour service of a private driver

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Food and drink
Not included: Interior visit at Kadriorg Palace

Itinerary

Tallinn Estonia Cruise Port

15 min

Your hosts will meet you directly at the port of Tallinn where your cruise ship will be docking.
Tallinn Old Town

20 min

Your local professional tour guide will bring you to a comfortable air-conditioned bus which will then take you to the Upper Old Town. During this 15 minute transfer you can admire the beautiful parks surrounding Old Town.
Toompea Castle

20 min

View the stunning Toompea Castle standing majestically at the Toompea Hill.
Stop 4

20 min

You will start the walking part of tour at the Upper Old Town. Here you will see the Estonian Parliament.
Stop 5

30 min

Our next stop will be one of Tallinns highlights: the stunning Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.
St Mary's Cathedral

20 min

After a stroll through the narrow cobble-stone lanes you will visit the oldest church in Tallinn – Dome Church (Virgin Mary Cathedral)
Tallinn Old Town

20 min

From here we will descend to the much livelier Lower Old Town. The main attractions here are the gothic style merchant houses and the Town Wall with its beautiful towers.
St. Nicholas' Orthodox Church

20 min

You will also see the beautiful St Nickolas Church and Holy Ghost Church.
Tallinn Town Hall

20 min

The tour continues on to the historical city center – Town Hall Square where one the oldest pharmacies in the world can still be seen next to the 15th century Town Hall.
St. Catherine's Passage

35 min

Next, you will walk through the famous St Catherine’s Passage and admire the private studios of the local artists.
Stop 11

Passing by

Enjoy a scenic drive along the Pirita-Kadriorg coastline with breathtaking views of the sea and surrounding landscapes.
Kadriorg Palace

35 min Admission not included

Admire Kadriorg Palace, built by Peter the Great for his wife Catherine I. Explore the beautiful gardens surrounding the palace.
Tallinn Song Festival Grounds

30 min

Discover the historic Song Festival Grounds, where Estonia’s renowned song festivals are held, and see the ruins of St. Bridget’s Convent.
Tallinn

15 min

After an insightful and scenic tour of Tallinn, your guide will return you to the cruise port or hotel with plenty of time to reboard your ship