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Photo: Jorge Franganillo, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0.Embark on a journey through Estonia's captivating capital! Test your knowledge of Tallinn's rich history, stunning landmarks, vibrant culture, and natural beauty.
Tallinn Tourist 0–4 · City Discoverer 5–8 · Honorary Tallinner 9–10
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Tallinn's Old Town is a remarkably preserved medieval Hanseatic town that earned its UNESCO World Heritage status in 1997. It's one of the best examples of a medieval trading city in Northern Europe, with its cobblestone streets, Gothic architecture, and defensive walls still largely intact. A fun fact is that many of its streets retain their original names from centuries ago.
Photo: Ben Bender, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0.
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The Viru Gate, with its two picturesque, conical-roofed towers, is one of the most recognizable and photographed entrances to Tallinn's Old Town. While originally part of a larger system of gates and towers, much of the surrounding medieval wall was demolished in the 19th century to make way for traffic. The remaining towers serve as a charming gateway and a reminder of the city's fortified past.
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Kadriorg Palace was commissioned by Peter the Great of Russia for his wife Catherine I shortly after the Great Northern War. Designed by Italian architect Niccolò Michetti, it is a stunning example of Baroque architecture. Today, the palace houses the Kadriorg Art Museum, displaying foreign art from the 16th to 20th centuries, and is surrounded by a beautiful formal garden.
Photo: A.Savin, Wikimedia Commons, FAL.
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The name "Kiek in de Kök" is Low German and literally translates to "Peek into the Kitchen." This medieval cannon tower earned its peculiar name because its high vantage point allowed guards to literally see into the kitchens of the houses below the city walls. Today, it's a museum offering insights into Tallinn's defense history and panoramic views.
Photo: Diego Delso, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0.
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Lake Ülemiste, on the edge of Tallinn, is the city's main source of drinking water. Legend says an old man, the Ülemiste Elder, lives in the lake and asks whether Tallinn is finished yet. If anyone says yes, he will flood the city – so the right answer is always 'No, there is still much to do!'
Photo: Kaupo Kalda, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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The Estonian Open Air Museum, located in Rocca al Mare just outside central Tallinn, offers a fascinating journey through centuries of Estonian rural life. It features nearly 80 authentic farmhouses, mills, chapels, and other buildings relocated from different regions of Estonia. Visitors can explore traditional village settings, learn about historical crafts, and experience the cultural heritage of the country.
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Kalamaja, meaning "Fish House" in Estonian, was historically a fishing village and later a working-class district. It's famous for its unique wooden apartment buildings, often painted in vibrant colors, which were originally built for factory workers. Today, it has transformed into a trendy bohemian neighborhood, popular for its cafes, art galleries, and relaxed atmosphere, while still retaining its distinctive architectural heritage.
Photo: Teet Koitjärv, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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Old Thomas (Vana Toomas), dressed as a 16th-century town guard, has watched over the city from the town hall spire since 1530; the one up there today is a copy, and the original is kept in the building's basement. Finished in 1404, the town hall is the oldest in the Baltic Sea region and Scandinavia. Fat Margaret is a chunky cannon tower by the old harbour gate.
Photo: Ivar Leidus, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0 ee.
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St. Olaf's Church may once have been the tallest building in the world: by one estimate its spire reached about 159 metres in the 16th century. Lightning has struck it around ten times and the church has burned down three times, so after several rebuilds it now stands about 124 metres tall. Its tower has long been a landmark for ships sailing into Tallinn.
Photo: Olga Itenberg, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0.
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Skype was created by Estonian programmers Ahti Heinla, Priit Kasesalu, Jaan Tallinn and Toivo Annus, and much of its development team worked in Tallinn and Tartu. It made free internet calls popular all over the world and helped turn Estonia into a startup country. Skype was finally retired in May 2025 and replaced by Microsoft Teams.
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