Visit Tallinn during EDW

Discover Tallinn before, during or after your programme

Tallinn is a compact, international and memorable destination where history, innovation, culture and the sea meet within walking distance. During your stay, take time to explore the city’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, modern seaside districts, museums, restaurants and nearby nature.

Tallinn offers an ideal setting for international guests: short distances, high-quality services, English-speaking hospitality, excellent food, and a safe, welcoming city environment.

Tallinn City is a supporter of the Tallinn Defence EXPO and Estonia Defence Industry Symposium and welcomes EDW guests to discover the city during their stay.

Why stay longer in Tallinn?

Tallinn is easy to explore, even with limited time. The Old Town, Kultuurikatel, the harbour, Noblessner, Rotermann Quarter and Telliskivi Creative City are all close to each other.

Visitors can combine business meetings with culture, local food, design, sauna, seaside walks and short trips into Estonian nature. September is also a pleasant time to experience Tallinn at a calmer pace after the summer season.

For current visitor information, attractions and city events, please see:

• Visit Tallinn
• Visit Estonia
• Tallinn Card
• Tallinn Tourist Information Centre

Highlights close to EDW venues

• Old Town
  One of Northern Europe’s best-preserved medieval city centres, with historic streets, viewpoints, churches, cafés and restaurants.
   
• Noblessner & Seaplane Harbour
  A modern seaside district with restaurants, galleries, marina views and the Seaplane Harbour maritime museum.
   
• Rotermann Quarter
  A stylish city-centre area with architecture, restaurants, cafés, shops and easy access between the harbour, Old Town and business district.
   
• Kadriorg
  A green and elegant area with Kadriorg Park, Kadriorg Palace, KUMU Art Museum and seaside walks nearby.
   
• Telliskivi & Kalamaja
  Creative urban districts with design shops, restaurants, bars, galleries and a relaxed local atmosphere.

What’s on in Tallinn?

EDW guests are encouraged to check the latest cultural events, concerts, exhibitions and city experiences taking place in Tallinn before, during and after their visit.

Useful links for the page:

• Visit Tallinn Event Calendar
• Visit Estonia Events
• Tallinn Tourist Information Centre
• Huvi.Tallinn.ee
• Piletilevi.ee

Suggested weekend extensions

 1. Defence History & Independence Route

Best for defence sector visitors

Stay in Tallinn and discover Estonia’s defence and independence story. Visit the Estonian War Museum – General Laidoner Museum in Viimsi, continue to the Tallinn TV Tower, one of the key symbols of the restoration of independence in August 1991, and explore the Tallinn Song Festival Grounds, closely linked to the Singing Revolution.

The route can also include Vabamu Museum of Occupations and Freedom or the Maarjamäe Memorial area for deeper historical context.

Recommended for: guests interested in Estonia’s military history, resilience, resistance and modern security identity.

2. Classic Tallinn Weekend

Best for first-time visitors

A simple 1–2 day route covering Tallinn’s essentials: Old Town, Toompea viewpoints, Rotermann Quarter, Kadriorg Park and a dinner in the city centre or Old Town.

Recommended for: guests who want a short but complete first impression of Tallinn.

3. Modern Tallinn & Seaside Experience

Best for returning guests and business visitors

Explore Tallinn’s contemporary side: Noblessner, Seaplane Harbour, Kalamaja, Telliskivi Creative City, seaside walks, restaurants and sauna experiences.

Recommended for: guests interested in design, innovation, food, waterfront areas and local lifestyle.

Practical information

• Tourist information: Tallinn Tourist Information Centre, Niguliste 2
• Useful visitor pass: Tallinn Card
• Recommended planning links: Visit Tallinn, Visit Estonia, Tallinn public transport, Tallinn Airport