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Soviet Walking Tour of Tallinn: Explore the City's Hidden History

By Hidden Tallinn Tours
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €30 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

Uncover the hidden stories of life in Soviet Tallinn on this unique walking tour. Venture beyond the typical tourist spots and delve into the remnants of Soviet architecture, infamous buildings, and everyday spaces still in use today. This tour reveals the everyday struggles and quiet acts of defiance that characterised life under Soviet rule, offering a unique perspective on the past that lingers in Tallinn’s streets.

  • Explore key sites like the former KGB Headquarters and Linnahall, an abandoned relic of grand Soviet architecture.
  • Visit Tallinn’s Central Market, the last remaining Soviet-era market in the city.
  • Discover the Viru Hotel, a striking Soviet hotel with a complex history of surveillance.
    – Uncover small, overlooked sites where Soviet history still echoes today
  • Perfect for curious travellers, history enthusiasts and anyone who wants to discover places beyond the typical tourist hotspots.

Note: in winter the ending point may change depending on weather conditions.

Activity location

  • Central Market (Keskturg)
    • Keldrimaee 9,
    • 10113, Tallinn, Estonia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hampton by Hilton Tallinn
    • 49 Tartu maantee
    • 10115, Tallinn, Harju maakond, Estonia

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Soviet Walking Tour of Tallinn: Explore the City's Hidden History

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 11:00
Price details
€30.00 x 1 Adult€30.00
Total
Price is €30.00
Until Mon, 18 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Walking Tour
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Central Market (Keskturg)

  • 10m
The last Soviet-era market in Tallinn

Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Pass by)

Former Communist Party HQ

Kohvik Energia (Pass by)

Nostalgic café from Soviet times, still operating today

Original Sokos Hotel Viru (Pass by)

Soviet-era hotel, built for foreign tourists

Mere Cultural Centre (Pass by)

Russian Culture Centre

KGB Vangikongid (Pass by)

Former KGB Headquarters

Tallinn City Hall (Pass by)

Abandoned Soviet-era concert hall

Location

Activity location

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    Central Market (Keskturg)
    • Keldrimaee 9,
    • 10113, Tallinn, Estonia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Hampton by Hilton Tallinn
    • 49 Tartu maantee
    • 10115, Tallinn, Harju maakond, Estonia

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