Tallinn is the capital of Estonia.
Tallinn is located in Estonia, part of Europe. Find essential geography and continue exploring more places in the same country.
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Tallinn is Estonia’s capital on the Gulf of Finland. Its compact medieval centre meets creative former industrial districts and a long waterfront.
Tallinn has a recorded population of 394,024. The figure applies to Tallinn. The source does not provide a reference year; the source data was last checked September 3, 2026.
Vanalinn is the walled old town. Kalamaja has wooden houses and Telliskivi, Rotermann is a redeveloped industrial quarter, and Kadriorg has a park and palace.
Town Hall Square, Toompea, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the city walls and Kumu are key stops. Seaplane Harbour explores Estonia’s maritime history.
May to September brings long days and waterfront life. Winter is cold and dark, but the old town has a strong festive atmosphere.
The old town and centre are walkable. Trams and buses cover the rest of the city, and ferries travel to Helsinki and Stockholm.
Tallinn has a recorded population of 394,024. The figure applies to Tallinn. The source does not provide a reference year; the source data was last checked September 3, 2026.
Tallinn is the capital of Estonia.
Two or three days allow time for the old town, museums and waterfront.
Yes. Kadriorg, Pirita and the coast provide parks, beaches and walking routes.