Holiday rentals and lettings in Tallinn

Boasting a rich local historical environment, Tallinn, Estonia's capital, is the cultural centre of the country and the perfect holiday destination if you want to combine the modern world with the old. The capital oozes charm with a vibrant nightlife, charming cafés and Nordic and Russian-influenced architecture. You will be able to enjoy all this and more by staying in the centre of this attractive city that offers modern holiday rentals with all the comforts.

Tallinn's accommodation offers clean interiors with free Wi-Fi, fully equipped kitchens, flat-screen TVs, stylish and comfortable bedrooms and splendid city views. Modern in design, the holiday rentals are mostly large, stylish flats with everything you need to have a good time. You can also enjoy some accommodations that even offer a minibar and sauna!

Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tallinn's Old Town is the main attraction and is known for being one of the best-preserved city centres in the world. Home to a myriad of treasures and colourful buildings, you can walk along winding cobbled streets that lead you to bars, restaurants, museums, galleries, and medieval churches. This historic centre retains its medieval and Hanseatic structure intact and combines it with modern establishments, making it the best place to start enjoying your Tallinn adventure.

In the heart of the old town, you will find Town Hall Square, the main meeting point for the inhabitants. It is also the place where most of Tallinn's events are held, such as the charming Christmas market and the Old Town Days festival, a modern version of a medieval carnival. Here you will see sights such as the only intact Gothic town hall in Northern Europe, located on the edge of the square, which offers views of the weather vane of Old Thomas (symbol of Tallinn) from its spire; and Europe's oldest still-functioning pharmacy, located opposite the Town Hall.

Located to the east of the Old Town, Kadriorg Park is an ideal place for nature lovers. With flower beds, a swan pond, an English landscaped park, and a tranquil Japanese garden, you will have plenty to see. The natural scenery of the Japanese garden will enchant you in spring, when the cherry trees and rhododendrons are in bloom. In the summer it is filled with lilies and orrises. On the other hand, in the Tallinn Botanical Garden, you can see foreign rarities and the largest number of Estonian species. From exotic flowers, flagrant, poisonous plants to exotic fruits, the thousands of species offer a delight to the eyes of nature lovers.

Beyond nature, Kadrior Park is also home to the Kadriorg Palace, a baroque imperial palace from the 18th century. Here you can find a collection of foreign works from the 16th to 20th centuries by Western and Russian artists ranging from sculptures, paintings, and prints. Alternatively, the Kumu, the country's largest and most avant-garde art museum, provides you with a collection of works created in Estonia between the 18th and 21st centuries. This is the main building of the Estonian Art Museum and a must-see if you are an art lover. You will see both classical art, Soviet-era art, and contemporary art exhibitions. Kumu itself is considered a masterpiece of modern architecture.

During the winter, you should not miss out on exploring Tallinn's Christmas Market. Voted the best Christmas market in Europe, this market looks like something out of a fairytale! Watch the Christmas tree sparkle with lights in the middle of the Town Hall Square and browse the market stalls around it. You can feel the Christmas cheer and wrap yourself in festive flavours ranging from gingerbread, marzipan treats, waffles to mulled cider to warm you up on chilly nights.

The Town Hall Square also hosts Tallinn's Old Town Days in the early summer. The festival provides an exciting journey into the past through plays, fairs, and fun medieval activities, such as knight tournaments. Immerse yourself in the medieval atmosphere filled with merchants dressed in Hanseatic-era costumes, be entertained by strolling actors and minstrels, watch the medieval procession and enjoy theatrical performances with jesters and jugglers.

With a viewing platform located above the clouds, enjoy the sunset and spectacular panoramic views of the city and the Gulf of Finland. The TV Tower or Teletorn is said to have one of the best views in the city. If you prefer something a little more adrenaline-filled, you can experience the Walk on the Edge, where you will walk along the ledge of the tower's outer terrace attached to a harness. The tower towers 314 metres above Tallinn and is one of Estonia's most visited attractions.

Located in the historic Rotermann district, head to the Kalev chocolate shop and workshop. This sweet shop will leave you in awe with its extravagantly shaped marzipan and delicious handmade chocolates. Put on an apron, make your sweets in the workshop guided by a master pastry chef and learn how to mould and paint marzipan. Or, if you prefer to just try the traditional sweets, enjoy the creamy chocolates and truffles.

At 120 years old, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is one of the most prominent buildings in the city. Its Holy Russian Orthodox appearance is one of the most monumental examples of this type of architecture in Tallinn. During your visit to the city, be sure to appreciate the exterior of this architecture built during the Tsarist Russian Empire and go inside to discover the mosaics and icons. This spectacular onion-domed structure is well worth a visit.