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Toompea Hill

Lossi Platz, Tallinn, Estonia
Ranked #3 of 66 attractions in Tallinn
4.5 of 5 stars 79 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Neighbourhoods, Historic Sites
Activities: City walk sightseeing
Owner description: An ancient 10th-century Estonian stronghold stood on this 170-foot-high limestone plateau, which was later divided into the Big and Small Fortress... more » Owner description: An ancient 10th-century Estonian stronghold stood on this 170-foot-high limestone plateau, which was later divided into the Big and Small Fortress with its distinctive defense towers erected in the early 13th century. « 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
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

Nice churches nearby. Favorite part of old town. Worth the schlep uphill.

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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
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

This is a wonderful place to walk up to and look into Tallinn. There isn't much else to do at this spot, but the view is gorgeous. It can get quite crowded, so I would not recommend loitering here, but if you are in Tallinn, it is worth a look!

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Rye, NY
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55 reviews 55 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

This quiet spot with a garden, churches and government buildings is a great place to absorb Tallinn's history and beauty. There's also a beautiful vista overlooking the city.

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Bellevue, Washington
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

You'll need a map to get there. You can see it from below; but, it's not on a direct road. You'll need to folow the contour of the hill to the left and enter the viewing site from the rear. Beautiful vista of the surrounding area and Old Town below.

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Tampere
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3 reviews 3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

Its a great place to see all of Tallinn. But it's just a sightseeing place, not much other activity.

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Cheshire UK
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56 reviews 56 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

great views of the town with lovely sights along the way

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

The very centre of town. A real scence of the history of the place.

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

Really was stunning for me. Views of the old Town are like something from a Fairy Tale and the Russian Cathedral is an inspiring sight. Fantastic!

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Washington, Tyne and Wear
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10 reviews 10 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

Part of the history of Tallin so you have to go even if it is for the views.

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Shipley
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

The famous old buildings were so interesting. It was a climb up the hill but well worth it!

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