Discover medieval Tallinn’s secrets on a private tour. Explore historic sites, learn about daily life, and uncover fascinating stories from the 15th century.
- Tallinn Town Hall - The guide will share insights into daily life at the Square during the Middle Ages. You’ll visit the oldest surviving Town Hall in Northern Europe and a medieval pharmacy with a collection of ancient remedies.
- Danish King’s Garden - Explore the birthplace of Europe’s oldest flag, several towers including the renowned “Take a look at the kitchen” Tower, and the Executioner’s house.
- Toompea Hill - Discover the Upper Town Castle, Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Cathedral, noblemen’s palaces, Dome church, amber shops, and viewing platforms.
- Long Boot (Pikk Jalg) - The oldest street in Tallinn, a unique steep street connecting the Lower Town and the Upper Town.
- Long Street (Pikk tanav) - The main street during medieval times. You’ll see the Great Guild, Craftsmen guilds, The Holy Spirit Church, two beautiful art nouveau buildings, and the oldest café in Tallinn.
- House of the Blackheads - The Brotherhood of Blackheads was a powerful association of unmarried merchants. There are many amusing and heroic stories to share, including fines for brawls and the origin of the Christmas tree tradition.
- Guiding service
- Lunch
Tallinn Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for its remarkably preserved medieval walls, towers, and houses. Discover more about the city’s daily life during the Middle Ages.
This tour will take you through a wealthy merchant’s house, the old pharmacy, the marketplace, the knights and nobility area, churches, Town Hall, artisans’ and merchants’ guild halls, and even the executioner’s house.
Learn about the residents of the upper and lower towns, the fees required to enter the city, women’s beauty routines, the cost of black pepper, the origin of the term ‘Blackheads’ for some young men, and the meaning of the medieval saying, ‘Town’s air makes anyone free.’
Join us as we delve into various aspects of life in 15th-century Tallinn. Don’t miss this opportunity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.