Things to do in Tallinn, Harju County: The Best Bus Tours

February 10, 2022 Viva Honore

Tallinn's atmospheric Old Town is an enthralling hodgepodge of medieval streets and spires. It's a small city, and the tourist areas are safe and easily explored on foot. Buy a Tallinn Card if intending to use buses, trolleys or trams. For a look into Tallinn's past, visit Rocca-al-Mare Open Air Museum's typical rural Estonian taverns, windmills and watermills, see the onion-domed 1900 cathedral or join the bustle in historic Town Hall Square. St. Olav's spire was once the tallest in the world.
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1. Tallinn Old Town Tour combined with Bog Walk

Kullassepa 4, 10146 Tallinn, Estonia Prangli Travel
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If you want to cover the two main attractions of Tallinn – its romantic Old Town as well as the nature and greenery outside the city; then this day trip from Tallinn is made especially for you. Start the day with a drive outside the city and have a hike in the nature to experience the vast open landscape and unique environment of Estonian bogs. Admire the contrast between the yellowish-golden bog plants and the bog pools that on a sunny day have a perfect reflection of the blue sky and clouds above. Enjoy the surrounding silence and take time out from the rest of the world for a while. Once you have filled your lungs with clean fresh air, get back to Tallinn where the morning rush has calmed down, leaving the streets more empty and easier to walk. Have a guided 1.5 hour Old Town sightseeing tour, covering all the main attractions, and learn about the history of Estonia. Explore the cobbled streets and colourful houses and enjoy the view over the red rooftops from the viewing platforms

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Tour guide/Nature guide

Exclusions: Please bring bottled water with you for the tour., Hiking shoes - please make sure you wear comfortable shoes and clothes

Reviewed By 251gauthierp

We’ve been able to discover « Ice fishing » with Prangli Travel. It’s a nice activity, in the middle of wild nature, with really nice and interesting guides, a great way to discover Estonia :)

2. Tallinn Old Town tour combined with Jägala Waterfall visit

Kullassepa 4, 10146 Tallinn, Estonia Prangli Travel
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If you want to cover the two main attractions in Tallinn – its romantic Old Town and the splendid nature outside the city; then this day trip is designed for you. Start the day with a trip to Jägala waterfall to escape the morning crowd visiting Tallinn, and finish with a Old Town walking tour. Start the day with a drive to Jägala waterfall to escape the morning crowd visiting Tallinn. The waterfall is 30 minutes away and located right on the doorstep of Lahemaa national park which is recognised for its natural beauty. Once you have filled your lungs with clean fresh air and enjoyed sound of the gushing waterfall, get back to Tallinn where the morning rush has calmed down, leaving the streets more empty and easier to walk. Have a guided 1.5 hour Old Town sightseeing tour, covering all the main attractions and learn about the history of Estonia. Explore the cobbled streets and enjoy the view over the red rooftops from the viewing platforms.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Tour guide throughout the tour

Exclusions: Bottled water

Reviewed By 251gauthierp

We’ve been able to discover « Ice fishing » with Prangli Travel. It’s a nice activity, in the middle of wild nature, with really nice and interesting guides, a great way to discover Estonia :)

3. Premium haunted Soviet military base underground tour (we donate 100% of income)

Estonian National Opera, Estonia puiestee 4, 10143 Tallinn, Estonia Premium Tour Estonia
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You are able to see abandoned Soviet military base and hear unique stories of the history. The guide shows you the base parts what are still remaining underground and also on the ground. We are driving to Pirita underground military base. You have a unique chance to explore remains of the military bases, make pictures, hear about the history and ghosts. Also interesting fact about that tour, did you know that the farthest travelers that has been on our underground tour came all the way from the USA and Australia? We donate 100% of the income in 2020 to children with special needs. Together we are stronger, so let`s make the world better place for all of us.

Inclusions: Flashlights, Professional guide, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Private transportation

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Reviewed By maxxxxxx1968

Nice and simple tour. Guide was friendly and he had lot of great stories for us. Car was also okey, not too small. Only weather was not the best :)

4. THE BEST OF THE BALTIC HIGHLIGHTS IN 8 DAYS, 4* HOTELS (Departure Guaranteed)

Vilnius, Lithuania Baltic Tours
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- Guaranteed departure tours; - Bilingual Engish-German speaking guide; - Centrally located 4* hotels; - Portage at hotels; - Hill of Crosses included (Pope John Paul II visited the Hill of Crosses, declaring it a place for hope, peace, love and sacrifice).

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Service of motor coaches or minivans , Portage at hotels, 7 overnights at centrally located 4* star hotels, Welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or juice, Entrance to Peter and Paul Church, Rundale Palace and medieval Great Guild Hall in Tallinn

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5. Day Trip to Prangli Island from Tallinn

Kullassepa 4, 10146 Tallinn, Estonia Prangli Travel
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Prangli Island Day Trip is a wonderful change from the typical Tallinn city break, and can be a fun activity for everyone, especially for those who like authentic places and untouched nature.

Inclusions: Local guide, Round-trip shared transfer, Lunch

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By 251gauthierp

We’ve been able to discover « Ice fishing » with Prangli Travel. It’s a nice activity, in the middle of wild nature, with really nice and interesting guides, a great way to discover Estonia :)

6. Day Trip to Lahemaa National Park

Kullassepa 4, 10146 Tallinn, Estonia Prangli Travel
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Lahemaa National Park, just east of Tallinn, is a place with breathtaking landscapes and unspoilt nature. You can find beautiful peninsulas and bays, forests and beaches, waterfalls and bogs seasoned with rich cultural history. This day trip is perfect for spending a day out of Tallinn. The first stop on the way is Jägala waterfall, after which the tour will visit Sagadi Manor, where you can learn about the legacy of German land-owners living in the Estonian countryside for centuries. You will then visit Altja village which is unique as it represents the architecture of our fishing villages as they were before the estblishment of coastal border zone during the Soviet times. You have time for a walk by the seaside and Altja tavern is open for tasting traditional Estonian farm food. Last thing on the tour is picturesque walk in Viru bog. You will go on the boardwalk leading to observation tower where you can admire how the unique vegetation is contrasting the clear bog pools.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Guide service

Exclusions: You will have a chance to buy lunch during a break at a local restaurant.

Reviewed By 251gauthierp

We’ve been able to discover « Ice fishing » with Prangli Travel. It’s a nice activity, in the middle of wild nature, with really nice and interesting guides, a great way to discover Estonia :)

7. Tallinn-Riga Sightseeing Tour Bus

Niguliste 2, 10146 Tallinn, Estonia Traveller Tours
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Join our entertaining trip from Tallinn to Riga through the picturesque towns of Viljandi, Valga, Cēsis, and Sigulda. We’ll bring you to places you would not find on your own and help you discover two countries in one day.

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Local taxes, Bottled water, Local guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Hotel pickup, Hotel drop-off

Reviewed By 873adelaided

Andres was a wonderful guide and knew a lot about Estonian nature, history and culture to share with us. We saw some beautiful nature sights (the Jägala waterfall was fantastic!) and ate a delicious lunch at a traditional Estonian tavern. You should definitely book this tour to see a variety of fun sights outside of Tallinn!!

8. Estonian Seaside Tour

Town Hall square, Raekoja plats, Tallinn, Estonia Discover Estonia
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Tour to the north-western coast of Estonia. Historical highlights and nature wonders are waiting for you on this trip. You will see real Estonia, some of the places visited on this tour are popular among the local people, but some, will be a discovery even for them! In half a day, you will get deep into the beauty and the history of Estonia.

Inclusions: Local taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By jonathanlT72IT

This tour is the most enjoyable day during my whole trip in northern Europe . We are very fortunate to have an extremely knowledgeable and experienced tour guide, Mr Sergi. He told interesting stories and explained a very detailed history of Estonia . A good tour guide does make a difference. I recommend all tourist to book this trip, requesting Mr Sergi as your guide .

9. Best of Tallinn Join-in Shore Excursion

ULKOtours - Tallinn, Estonia
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Make the most of your Tallinn visit in 5 hours: Enjoy a comprehensive 2 hours 45 minute walking tour of the Old Town with round trip transfer from cruise port and 2 hours of free time for shopping or exploring local pubs and restaurants.

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking tour guide for 3 hrs, Port pick-up and drop-off for round-trip shared transfer in a mini-bus, Tallinn Old Town walking tour (3 hrs), Free time for shopping & self-explore (2 hrs), Local taxes

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Any admissions

Reviewed By Alla W

This excursion was worth the time and money! This part of the Baltics has seen so much turmoil in government takeovers. Yet they are proud people who love their country. Beuatiful and historic.

10. Medieval Tallinn: Day Trip from Helsinki Including Lunch

Länsiterminaali T2, 00220 Helsinki, Finland Stromma - Helsinki Panorama Sightseeing
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Depart Helsinki in the morning by ferry and embark on a full-day trip to medieval Tallinn, Estonia's fascinating capital city. Let your professional English-speaking guide take you around the most important sights of Tallinn both in and outside the medieval Old Town (also a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and enjoy tasty lunch served in one of the charming restaurants. After lunch, use free time to explore the myriad of shops and sights the city has to offer, before the transfer back to the harbour for the return journey to Helsinki. The guide will meet you in Tallinn.

Inclusions: Three-course lunch (appetizer, main course, dessert and water), Local guide in Tallinn, Tallinn sightseeing tour, Ferry Helsinki-Tallinn-Helsinki

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Reviewed By Alex J

I was in Helsinki, alone, for four days, in October 2018. I took this tour and I loved it. So, when I was in Helsinki with my wife, for a week in September 2019, we did this together. When I did this tour in 2018, the stop was at the Rock Church. When I did this with my wife in 2019, the stop was at the Sibelius Monument. I am really glad, because it is impossible to see the Rock Church properly in just about ten minutes, and I had to make a second trip later to see it properly!! Whereas the Sibelius monument can easily be seen in ten minutes, as the bus stops right next to it. So, one bit of advice, IF POSSIBLE, take the tour on a day when the stop is at the Sibelius monument. Phone in advance, or ask your hotel front desk to do it for you. This tour is free with the Helsinki Card. Be a few minutes early, and sit on top. You don't get much of a view from the lower deck! The audio guide is good. The starting point at Esplanade Park is a bit difficult to find, ask someone! Everyone in Helsinki speaks English, and everyone is so helpful and polite. So, don't be shy to ask!

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