Tallinn

There are only some Europe cites as beaufiful and easy to explore as Tallinn. Siting on Estonia’s northern coast, the capital, Tallinn, is pulsing with energy and packed with charm. The city of 450,000 is famed for its impressive Old Town, one of the best-preserved medieval town centres in Europe.

This centuries-old district of merchant houses, Gothic churches, winding lanes and other historical buildings are protected as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Away from Old Town’s cobblestone streets, the city has a modern feel, with off-beat architecture and redesigned factory zones providing space for the buzzing dining and nightlife scene. Dozens of sights and museums around Tallinn show´s the local heritage for visitors, who are also welcomed with a full array of festivals and events taking place all year round. With such an outstanding range of experiences on offer, it’s no wonder that Tallinn has seen its popularity as a conference destinaon grow year after year.

Old Town will always be Tallinn’s biggest tourist draw, but several diverse areas – some emerging just in the last decade – have earned spots on the city’s not-to-be-missed list and make a visit all the richer. Notably, the newly reclaimed industrial areas of Rotermani, Telliskivi and the Noblessner port are now trending as cultural hotspots where start-ups, design galleries, restaurants and pubs occupy spaces that were only recently derelict warehouses. Some are home to farmers’ markets and flea markets by day, while at night they’re magnets for young locals enjoying a night out.

Visitors looking for a more relaxing experience can explore the wooden-house neighbourhood of Kalamaja, take a stroll through leafy Kadriorg Park to get a taste of Russian imperial architecture or enjoy the sea views from the newly-built Reidi Tee promenade. (Source Estonian Convenon Bureau)