Embarking on a Baltic cruise to Tallinn, Estonia, is akin to stepping back in time, immersing oneself in a rich tapestry of history and culture. As the capital city, Tallinn is a breathtaking amalgamation of old and new, where medieval architecture blends seamlessly with modern lifestyle. The Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is like a living museum, with its cobbled streets, ancient city walls, and Gothic spires. The Tallinn Card gives visitors the liberty to explore museums, use public transport, and enjoy various attractions, promising a comprehensive city experience. Just beyond the city, Lahemaa National Park invites with its captivating landscapes, and the Kadriorg Palace, a baroque masterpiece, beckons with its art collection. Dining on traditional Estonian fare and enjoying the thriving craft beer scene are not to be missed. With a well-preserved history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes, Tallinn is a must-visit Baltic cruise destination.
Among the top landmarks to see in the Old Town itself are the likes of St Mary’s Cathedral, which is the most ancient church in Tallinn, dating back to the 13th century, and the trendy shopping street of Viru, where merchants have been trading ever since medieval times.
Art lovers, meanwhile, should not miss the chance to visit the KUMU National Art Museum, which contains pieces that reflect some of the major themes from the past century or so of Estonian life, while the Seaplane Harbour is a wonderful place to head to if you want to learn more about the city’s maritime connections.
If you’re more interested in recent history, then you’ll find loads of other fascinating sites that provide an intriguing insight into what life was like during the Soviet era. The Museum of Occupations is one such place, while the former KGB headquarters is also well worth seeing – even though visitors are not actually allowed to enter.
11-day cruise to Gdansk, Klaipeda, Riga, Tallinn, Helsinki, Stockholm, Copenhagen and Karlskrona with MSC Cruises Cruising from: Warnemünde, Germany; Departure…