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Private tour in Tallinn Ivo r
Tallinn highights and Soviet legacy
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I was born in Tallinn and I am Estonian. Since I was a little boy I loved to stroll around in the Old Town and discover exciting places. I spent half of my youth in the Soviet Union times and the other half when Estonia became independent. The history of Estonia has perhaps not been the easiest, but with some good humor you can explain even the most difficult parts. I have travelled a lot myself and it made me understand the value of my homeland even more. Sharing my knowledge of local life is my passion. With me, you would get a personal experience that you'd never get on a regular big group bus excursion. I sure do have lots of knowledge about history and architecture but my strong suit is storytelling about local life. From legends, to historical people, to the everday life of locals. I love traveling, cooking, history and I am mostly a cheerful person. For the past 15 years I have taken care of tailor made small tours in the entirety of Estonia. I am very flexible and will adapt tour by your interests and prefrences. Looking forward to make your trip to Estonia something you rememeber! 15+ years of experience in the Tourism Industry None.
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A general tour on foot and by car, visiting the city's special sites.
Overview of your Tallinn tour
Discover the dual soul of Estonia’s capital on a journey that bridges centuries of history. This tour brings you the ultimate contrast, showcasing both the fairytale charm of Tallinn’s UNESCO-listed medieval Old Town and the stark, fascinating remnants of its 20th-century Soviet occupation. You will wander through cobblestone streets, marvel at ancient merchant houses, and enjoy panoramic views of the city's red-tiled roofs. Then, step through the Iron Curtain to explore the monumental concrete structures, secret KGB history, and dramatic monuments left behind by the Soviet regime. Perfect for history buffs and curious travelers alike, this experience reveals how a city forged by medieval traders and Soviet commissars transformed into one of the world's most modern, forward-thinking capitals.
Your Tallinn tour itinerary
Here what we will do but this tour is fully customizable to your interests. 2h walking tour in Tallinn old town with highlights like Town hall square, Rae pharmacy, St Nicolas church, Marzipan exhibition, St Catherines passage, Toompea hill view platform Snack break in Narva cafe - blast from Soviet time past 1,5h driving tour with Song festival grounds, Lasnamäe Soviet blockhouse area, Soviet monuments exhibition, Moscow Olympic games centre, Linnahall contcert hall - brutal soviet architecture.
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan
AC minivan Renault Trafic
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Cruise Terminal, Tallinn, Estonia
Meeting point with you will be outside of the cruise ship terminal. Pass terminal and walk about 2 minutes, you will see the gates building with orange columns. There is a black sign "Meeting point" buy the vending machines. I will be there with your name on the board. Only tours arranged by the cruise ship can come inside cruise ship terminal.
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
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