The maritime city of Tallinn has been influenced by Germany, Russia, Scandinavia, and Italy. These former inhabitants have left behind some wonderful architecture, cultural festivals, and ongoing celebrations of the sea. With this hop on hop off double-decker sightseeing bus, you can go through Old Town, which has been added to the UNESCO World Heritage List, and view the lively streets from a great perspective.
There are stops throughout the city that you can hop on at and there are also stops close to the Tallinn cruise ship terminals. Please see the link below for the route map. There are 2 routes and 14 stops that cover the best highlights of Tallinn. Ride one or ride them all! Guests can choose to just stay on the bus as it makes its loop or hop off at any / all stops to explore, then just hop back on the next bus.
The Historic Center Old Town Route's entire loop takes approximately 50 minutes and the buses run every 75 minutes from 10:45 AM to 12:00 PM and 175 minutes from 12:00 PM to 04:00 PM. The Pirita Historic loop takes 75 minutes and the buses run every 90 minutes. When you hop on board, you'll receive a headset and be able to hear the narration in 9 languages so you won't miss a thing about the highlights you pass by.
See Tallinn on an iconic double-decker bus and enjoy your visit to this lovely seaside city. See medieval buildings with influences from the many cultures that have once called this home. You can also sample the cuisine, check out the new town center, Vabaduse Valiak, and maybe stop at the Hotel Viru, the former infamous den from the Cold War. It is said every room was tapped and monitored by the KGB. Lots of interesting sights and activities and you can see them all on this sightseeing bus. Please note that some attractions are free of charge but entrance fees are not included.
HISTORIC CENTR AND OLD TOWN ROUTE (Red Line)The full circuit is 50 minutes.
The bus departs at 10:45 AM, to 12:00 PM 75 minutes the full loop. From 12:00 PM to 02:55 PM 175 minutes of the full loop (May 1st to September 17th)
1. Mere Pst. 5
2. Toompea / Old Town
3. Kadriorg Park / Swan Lake
4. City Harbour, D Terminal
5. City Harbour: ABC-Terminals
6. City Harbour, Cruise Ship Terminal
PIRITA AND HISTORIC SUBURBS ROUTE (Green Line)The full circuit is 75 minutes.
The bus departs daily at 01:00 PM to 04:00 PM, the full loop takes 180 minutes (May 1st to September 17th)
1. Mere Pst 5
2. Toompea / Old Town
3. Railway Station / Towers Park
4. Fat Margareth Tower
5. Song Festival Grounds
6. Song Festival Grounds / Beach Walk (upon request)
7. Maarjamäe Castle / Filmmuseum
8. Pirita
9. Pirita Marina Hotel (stops on request only)
10. Kadriorg Park
11. City Harbour: D-Terminal (Tallink)
12. City Harbour: ABC-Terminals13. City Harbour: Cruise Ship Terminal (Cruise Only)
Please download a copy of the
route map here. You will receive another on the bus.