Tallinn's beautifully preserved medieval Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Baltic's most impressive cruise stops. Gothic spires, cobblestone streets and ancient city walls create a fairy-tale atmosphere.
What to Do in a Day in Tallinn
Walk from the cruise terminal to the Old Town (about 15 minutes). Enter through the Viru Gate and climb to Toompea Hill for panoramic views from the Kohtuotsa and Patkuli viewpoints. Visit Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and the Estonian Parliament building. Explore Town Hall Square and the medieval Olde Hansa restaurant. Walk along the city walls and climb the Hellemann Tower.
The tours below are not organised by the cruise lines. Bookings are made directly with GetYourGuide and you are responsible for getting back to the ship on time. If you prefer the cruise line's guarantee, contact our travel advisors after booking.
Cruise Port Address
Tallinn Airport (TLL / Lennart Meri)
TLL ~4 km southeast of the cruise terminal. Tram line 4 runs between the airport and Old City Harbour / Linnahall area in ~15–20 min for ~€2 (cash) or €1 with a Smartcard. Bus 2 also connects the airport with the port and Viru Centre every ~20 min. Taxis ~€10–15.
Old Town (Town Hall Square)
Old City Harbour is ~1 km from the medieval Old Town gates — a flat 10–15 min walk via Mere puiestee leads to Viru Gate. Free or low-cost cruise-day shuttle buses also operate. Walking is by far the most common option.
Tallinn Weather by Month
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Avg. High °C | -3° | -4° | 1° | 8° | 15° | 19° | 22° | 20° | 15° | 9° | 4° | 0° |
| Rainfall mm | 🌤️ 40 mm | 🌤️ 25 mm | 🌤️ 25 mm | 🌤️ 30 mm | 🌤️ 35 mm | 🌤️ 55 mm | 🌦️ 70 mm | 🌦️ 75 mm | 🌦️ 65 mm | 🌤️ 60 mm | 🌤️ 55 mm | 🌤️ 45 mm |
Available cruises
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, MSC Cruises, Costa Cruises, Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line offer excursions including Old Town walking tours, Estonian countryside trips and Soviet history tours.
Ships typically dock for 8–10 hours. The Old City Harbour Cruise Terminal is a 15-minute walk or 5-minute taxi ride from the Old Town.
Yes, Tallinn's Old Town is compact and very walkable. From the cruise terminal, it's a straightforward walk along a well-signed route. The Old Town can be thoroughly explored in 3–4 hours.