Day Trips From Tallinn

Spend a day across the Baltic with return sailings sorted, leaving you free to plan your time.

• Everything you get: Enjoy a round trip by ferry between Helsinki and Tallinn with entry on board at your booked departure times and seating included. Sail across the Baltic, then spend up to 10 hours in Helsinki exploring its sights, shops, cafes, and markets at your own pace.
• Why choose this: Makes a side trip to another capital easy and good value, since you pay only for transport without added costs for guides, commentary, or tours.
• Options: Choose early or later departures and 6.5, 9.5, or 12.5 hours in Tallinn, as per your preference.

Inclusions #

• Round-trip ferry ticket from Tallinn to Helsinki and back (entry on board at set booked times and seating)

• Up to 10 hours in Helsinki

Exclusions #

• Guided tour

• Food and drinks

• Alcoholic drinks

• Hotel pickup and drop-off

• Transportation to and from attractions

What to bring

• Passport or ID: Bring a valid passport or ID card as it is required for travel.
• Travel voucher: Carry the Tallink Silja Line voucher you receive after booking.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair access: The ferry is wheelchair accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.

Additional information

• Travel documents: You will receive a Tallink Silja Line voucher with reservation and security numbers after booking.
• Email check: Check your spam or junk folder if you do not see the Tallink voucher in your inbox.
• Check-in deadline: Passenger registration closes 30 minutes before the ship’s departure time.
• Late arrival: Late arrivals will not be registered and must purchase a new ticket to travel.
• Departure from Tallinn: The ship departs from D-Terminal of the Tallinn Port at Uus-Sadama 24.
• Departure from Helsinki: The ship departs from Länsisatama West Harbour, Terminal 2 in Helsinki.
• Crossing time: The ferry crossing between Helsinki and Tallinn takes approximately 2 hours.
• Round-trip timing: You will have up to 10 hours in Helsinki before your return ferry.
• Ticket type: Your ticket includes entry on board at set booked times with seating included.

Plan your own cross-border day with up to 12.5 hours to explore at your own pace between sailings.

• Day out to: Helsinki from Tallinn with flexible free time to explore the city at your own pace between ferry crossings.
• You'll get: Round-trip ferry travel between Tallinn and Helsinki with seating on board and entry on the ship at your booked times.
• Free time in Helsinki: Enjoy up to 12.5 hours in Helsinki built into your ticket, giving you time to explore, dine, or shop before sailing back.
• Options: Choose early or later departures and 6.5, 9.5, or 12.5 hours in Helsinki to match crossing times and shore time to the day you want.

Inclusions #

• Round-trip ferry tickets

• Reserved onboard seating

• Up to 6.5/9.5/12.5 hours in Helsinki (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Guided tour

• Food and drinks (available for purchase onboard)

• Hotel transfers

• Transportation to and from attractions in Helsinki

What to bring

• Carry a valid passport or ID card for travel and ferry boarding.

Accessibility

• This experience is wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

• Meet at D-Terminal, Uus-Sadama 24, 1st floor, at least 45 minutes before departure. Passenger registration closes 30 minutes before the ship’s departure. Late arrivals will not be registered and will need to purchase a new ticket.
• Departures from Tallinn to Helsinki operate from D-Terminal in Tallinn. Return departures from Helsinki to Tallinn operate from West Harbour Terminal 2 in Helsinki.

See Tallinn’s top sights by bus and on foot on a shore excursion combining panoramic city drives, medieval Old Town walks, and return port transfers.

• Day out to: Tallinn on a small-group guided shore excursion from the cruise port, with transportation, walking tours, and return transfers included.
• You'll get: An English-speaking local guide as you discover Tallinn’s preserved Old Town, defensive towers, historic streets, and cultural landmarks.
• Kadriorg & Toompea: Drive past landmarks including Toompea Castle, Stout Margaret, Tall Hermann, Kadriorg Palace, and Tallinn’s historic city walls.
• Tallinn Old Town: Stroll through the UNESCO-listed Old Town with scenic viewpoints, churches, cobbled streets, and historic squares while learning about Tallinn’s history and cultural heritage.

Inclusions #

• 4-hour small-group tour

• English-speaking professional guide

• Transportation for 2-hour bus tour

• Transfer back to the port

Exclusions #

• Food & drinks

Additional information

• Meet your guide at the exit gate near the secured port area and security checkpoint.
• The itinerary includes both driving and walking portions across Tallinn’s historic districts and Old Town.
• Itineraries and stop duration may vary depending on traffic, cruise schedules, and operational conditions.

Day trip to Tallinn with ferry crossing and guided tour.

• Day out to: Cruise across the Gulf of Finland and explore Tallinn’s Old Town with departures from Helsinki.
• You'll get: A local guide and seamless logistics with round-trip ferry travel to and from Helsinki, and convenient city transfers in Tallinn.
• Tallinn Old Town: See signature sights including Aleksander Nevski Cathedral, Toompea Castle, Viru Gate, and scenic viewpoints across the medieval city.
• Upgrades: Choose VIP comfort Lounge access on the ferry for a more relaxed crossing experience.

Inclusions #

• Round-trip ferry tickets

• Guided tour in Tallinn

• Transfer to the Old Town

• Transfer back to the port

• VIP comfort lounge access (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Hotel transfers

• Food and drinks

What to bring

• Non-EU nationals need a passport, while EU citizens can travel with a national ID card.

Additional information

• This tour involves a moderate amount of walking and sightseeing throughout the day.
• Children aged 0 to 3 years can join free of charge.
• Meet your guide at the port terminal in Tallinn after a 2-hour ferry crossing.

Private half-day tour from Tallinn to waterfalls and countryside with hotel pickup.

• Day out to: Estonian countryside and coastal viewpoints, with transport and a private guide included for an efficient, insight-rich escape from Tallinn.
• You'll get: A private guide, transportation for the full tour, and hotel or port pickup and drop-off.
• Gulf of Finland & Baltic Sea coast: See where the Gulf of Finland merges with the Baltic Sea and learn how it shapes Estonia’s northern coastline and geography.
• Estonian countryside & waterfalls: Experience rural scenery and waterfalls as your guide shares insights into local nature, culture, and everyday life.

Inclusions #

• 4-hour private guided tour

• English/Russian-speaking guide

• Transportation throughout the tour

• Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions #

• Food and drinks

What to bring

• Carry a valid photo ID.
• Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.
• Bring water and light snacks.

Additional information

• The itinerary is subject to change based on operational conditions.

Small-group storytelling walk through Tallinn’s Old Town.

• Day out to: Tallinn’s Old Town with a local guide covering landmarks, cobbled lanes, and medieval streets.
• You'll get: A local guide through Tallinn’s historic center with stories and insights shared along the way.
• Town Hall Square & Toompea: See Town Hall Square, Toompea, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, and St. Mary’s Cathedral.
• Kohtuotsa & Patkuli: Pause at Kohtuotsa and Patkuli overlooks for city views and tips for great cafes and restaurants nearby.

Inclusions #

• Guided walking tour of Tallinn's Old Town

• Professional storytelling guide

• Small group experience limited to 15 guests

• Insider tips for local cafes, restaurants

Exclusions #

• Food and drinks

• Hotel transfers

• Dome cathedral entry (own expense)

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes are recommended, as the tour covers cobbled streets, uphill paths, and viewing platforms.
• Wear weather-appropriate clothing, as the experience takes place entirely outdoors.

Accessibility

• This tour is not suitable for people with mobility impairments due to uneven streets, multiple stair sections, and the lack of ramp access.

Additional information

• Tour operates daily, rain or shine.
• Children under 12 join for free.
• Meeting points may vary depending on the option booked and language selected. The guide will be waiting for you under the Town Hall clock on Town Hall Square with a bright yellow sign.
• Flexible departures at 10am, 1pm, or 3:30pm. Arrive 10 minutes early for your chosen departure time.
• The guide may modify the itinerary for guest safety.

Guided Jewish heritage tour through Tallinn.

• Day out to: Tallinn attractions with visits to Jewish landmarks, city attractions, and cultural sites alongside scenic drives and walking routes.
• You'll get: Bus transfers across attractions, visit to the Jewish community, the new synagogue (with outside-only viewing on Saturdays), and speak to a member of the community.
• Museum of Jewish Culture & Tallinn attractions: Option to visit the Museum of Jewish Culture (upon request; fee applies) and see the main attractions in Tallinn like The Walls of Tallinn, Town Hall Square.

Inclusions #

• Tour of Tallinn's main attractions

• Pickup from selected areas

• Professional English-speaking guide

• Discussion with a Jewish community member

Exclusions #

• Food and drinks

• Visit to the Museum of Jewish Culture (extra €20 per person, upon prior request)

Accessibility

• Not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

• The Museum of Jewish Culture visit is upon request with prior reservation and an extra fee of 20 EUR per person.
• On Saturdays, synagogue entry is not possible; it can only be seen from the outside.
• Tour duration is 4 hours and is conducted in English.

Eat your way through Tallinn with local flavors and stories.

• Day out to: Tallinn with Estonian food tastings, local drinks, and cultural storytelling across authentic neighborhood eateries.
• You'll get: To sample 3 - 4 Estonian snacks and 3 - 4 local drinks with insights from a professional guide.
• Tallinn food stops: Taste famous Estonian green chocolate, berry chips, and other local specialties during the tour.
• Historic eateries: Step into cafes and restaurants that feel like small museums, away from Tallinn’s more touristy crowds.

Inclusions #

• 2-hour guided food and drinks tour

• Professional English-speaking guide

• 3 - 4 Estonian snacks

• 3 - 4 local drinks

Exclusions #

• Pickup and drop-off

• Auto refills

• Main course dishes

Additional information

• Meet your guide at Raekoja plats 1 in Town Hall Square, where they will be waiting with a sign reading "Estonian Food, Drinks and History Tour."
• Food selections are seasonal.
• The tour is free for children under 3 years old.