Tallinn estonia

[MARCOPOLOSMITH]

does hal provide free shuttle service to and from the pier to the town center?

[surfsidemary]

Town is so close to the pier that a shuttle isn't necessary.

[KirkNC]

It is maybe a 5 minute walk to the Fat Margaret Gate.

 

Kirk

[dogs4fun]

It is maybe a 5 minute walk to the Fat Margaret Gate.

 

Kirk

Yep, it is only a very short walk.

[Cornishpastyman1]

It is maybe a 5 minute walk to the Fat Margaret Gate.

 

Kirk

 

And when you get there you are about a further 5-6 minutes walk from everything in this delightful town

[fabnfortysomething]

It may be a short walk if you are fit and healthy but if you have walking difficulties it is a long walk from ship to pier gates ,there is a local craft market set up along the path.

 

DH was due a hip replacement op when we visited and he really struggled at this port

[surfsidemary]

It may be a short walk if you are fit and healthy but if you have walking difficulties it is a long walk from ship to pier gates ,there is a local craft market set up along the path.

 

DH was due a hip replacement op when we visited and he really struggled at this port

 

I was there in May/June this year and that market near the ship was quite large and had an excellent selection.

 

If you are less than fit, another thing to keep in mind is that much of Tallin is paved in cobblestones. I can't imagine navigating in a wheelchair. Even being relatively fit and wearing good athletic shoes, my feet were killing me!

[Ashland]

Ahh..Tallinn..One of our favorite ports..We are physically fit and I am glad we opted for the cruiseship shuttle..We wanted to spend as much time as possible walking in old town so why waste it on the walk through the port area..And was very glad for the shuttle when it came time to head back to the port (saw others walking that looked like they were sorry) as by that time we were tired and wanted to spend some time shopping at the tents by the ship..As it was we cut it very close to all aboard..hated to leave this wonderful town !! Use the ship offered roundtrip shuttle ;)

[Giantfan13]

Walking from the ship's dock is a very easy walk. You really do not have to be 'fit' to do this very easily. It is 3-4 blocks, and it is not hard at all. Once in the old city, as was said, many of the streets are cobblestone, with some narrow sidewalks. You will be walking up a gradual incline for a while until you get to the top of the hill. From here you have a magnificent view of the entire city also being able to look out to the harbor and see your ship. The walk down is by a few set of steps.

Much of the fun of Tallinn is exploring many of the side streets, making your way around. I can see where it could be tiring, but no more so than any other city where you are sight seeing and exploring. That is the fun of each port.

 

When we went, we couldn't wait to get to the city,and the booths and tents were not set up in the AM. But, on our walk back to the ship, we browsed around and bought a few nice items that were unusual for Tallinn.

 

There is a great walking tour of Tallinn, set up by one of our own members. many of us have done it, and enjoyed it thoroughly.

 

here are a few pics from Tallinn to help get you set up

 

You enter the Old City thru Fat Margaret Tower

http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz267/Giantfan13/baltics/europemaster511.jpg

 

Much of the fun in Tallinn, is wandering about the narrow cobblestone streets

http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz267/Giantfan13/baltics/europe518.jpg

 

Here is the inclined walk to the top of the hill.

http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz267/Giantfan13/baltics/europemaster537.jpg

 

The main square in town is a great place to stop, have some lunch and just sit and enjoy where you are

http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz267/Giantfan13/baltics/europemaster602.jpg

 

From the top of the hill, looking out over the rooftops to the harbor

http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz267/Giantfan13/baltics/europe543.jpg

 

One of the many sights you will see while walking around this marvelous little town

http://i834.photobucket.com/albums/zz267/Giantfan13/baltics/europe566.jpg

 

Cheers

 

Len

[dogs4fun]

I would hazard a guess that if one had problems with the short walk from the pier to the town, the old town of Tallinn itself would be very challenging. We were off the ship & in thru Fat Margaret's gate before the ship's first shuttle arrived.

The Tallin TI (site has some useful info) will send you free brochures, including a city map.

http://www.tourism.tallinn.ee/eng/fpage/travelplanning/arrival

And, as Len has stated, one of our CC members has posted a great walking tour.

[magnet1640]

I recommend taking a cab to the highest point, and then take your walking tour from there.

 

I also recommend changing currency before taking the cab. The cab drivers don't like it. They prefer Euros. MAKE SURE YOU AGREE TO A PRICE BEFORE GETTING IN THE CAB!! I did, and the cab driver still tried to rip us off when we finished. Luckily, he was 60 and smaller than me. You should not have to pay more than 10 Euros. It's a nice long slow downhill tour throughout the old town back to the ship.

 

When you return to the ship, you can refund all of your unused Estonian bills back to Euros.

 

Jeff

[movc]

Estonia switched to Euro Jan 1 2011

 

http://estonia.eu/about-estonia/economy-a-it/euro.html

[petersburgguide]

No, it doesn't. But Cightseeng bus could be good option (station is right in the pier). Take it to see some sights, which aren't in the city centre, and afterwards head to the centre and the castle Toompea, which are musts.

 

Hint: free excellent viewpoint is in Sokos Vru hotel, just get in (as you were a guest), go to elevator, press 22 and admire amazing view of the old town.