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Old Town

City Center, Tallinn, Estonia
Ranked #1 of 66 attractions in Tallinn
4.5 of 5 stars 425 Reviews
Type: Neighbourhoods
Activities: City walk sightseeing
Owner description: This jumble of 14th- and 15th-century architecture with its medieval walls, needling spires and twisting, cobblestone streets is also the site of many... more » Owner description: This jumble of 14th- and 15th-century architecture with its medieval walls, needling spires and twisting, cobblestone streets is also the site of many of the city's important historic attractions and museums including the House of the Brotherhood of the Blackheads, St. Catherine's Guild and the 15th-century Guildhall that now houses the History Museum. « less
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New York City, New York
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88 reviews 88 reviews
Reviews in 58 cities Reviews in 58 cities
59 helpful votes 59 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

Better after the cruise ships leave. The churches are especially worth seeing.

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Greenville, South Carolina
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76 reviews 76 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

The Old Town area is very cute and there are a lot of wonderful things to see. The buildings are preserved very well, especially considering most are 14th and 15th century! It is easy to see Old Town in one day, so you do not have to stress or plan a lot of time there. There are many wonderful restaurants... More

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Buckinghamshire
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

I liked the architecture, I didn't like the prices for food and drink in the town!

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London, United Kingdom
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51 reviews 51 reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW via mobile

We visited Tallinn early Christmas for a works do. We were pleasantly surprised to come across the beautiful old town hosting it's yearly Christmas Market. A nice break from the drinking. A nice break from the drinking around the town. The old town has everything you need, bars, culture, restaurants and beautiful people.

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Wilmslow, United Kingdom
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Its small, sort of cute, has a special atmosphere to it. I would not go for the medieval estonian food though :(

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Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Very gothic and terribly pretty - also very small and compact

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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

How many towns are declared a UNESCO historic site? Well, Tallinn's Old Town, the well preserved city is and deserves it recognition! This country and town date back to the 1200's and their history has been preserved in its walled city surrounded by its towers. The cobblestone streets add to the character, and the many shops selling items unique to... More

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Sydney, Australia
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

There are so many restaurants to choose from. Our meal was amazing in the old square with a bottle of French wine and the total was about 65 Euro.

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New York City, New York
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Tallinn has a magical medieval feel to it. It's easy to walk around and it's a compact but beautiful city.

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Uttoxeter, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

we liked everything about it, the people, the buildings, the cleanliness, the restaurants, the gift shops, the lovely things to buy

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