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From Carnivals to Epidemics: Medieval Tallinn  Free Tour
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From Carnivals to Epidemics: Medieval Tallinn Free Tour

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Run by a local guide · Amici optimi tours

Booking is free; at the end you give the guide what you think is fair. Free cancellation at any time.

Join us to explore Old Tallinn’s medieval charm! Discover its preserved walls, towers, and historic homes as we journey back to the enchanting Middle Ages. A true time-travel experience awaits!

Duration
1 h 30 min
Destination
Tallinn
Meeting Point
Tallinn Town Hall
Provider
Amici optimi tours

Description

Join us on a journey through Tallinn’s Old Town to uncover its highlights and the strange, fascinating details of medieval life.

We’ll explore how people celebrated Shrovetide, how often they held feasts, and what happened to guests who overindulged. You'll hear about crimes, both serious and minor - and learn who had to wear the humiliating “stone of shame. Find out which illnesses were treated with "unicorn horn" and why some young men were known as the “Blackheads".

Tallinn’s medieval secrets are waiting to be discovered. Come along; history has never been this entertaining.

Includes

  • House of the Blackheads
  • Kiek in de Kök Museum and Bastion Tunnels
  • Estonian History Museum - Great Guild Hall
  • Town Hall Square
  • Kanuti Guild Hall
  • Danish King's Garden
  • Freedom Square
  • Town Hall Pharmacy
  • Toompea Castle
  • Fat Margaret
  • Guide service

Meeting Point

Tallinn Town Hall

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Traveler reviews

2 reviews in total · Opinions from people who already lived the experience

Fantastic tour of Tallinn

Brilliant tour and would highly recommend- thank you especially for showing us around on Christmas Eve!

Genevieve Norris · December 2025

Amazing guide!

Such an amazing tour. Thank you for taking time during Christmas and teaching us about the medieval life in Tallinn. The guide vent above and beyond espectations! Recommended to anyone

Filiz Emirli · December 2025

Free tour

How does a free tour work?

Booking costs nothing. At the end, each person gives the guide what they think is fair for the experience: it's a voluntary tip.

Suggested in this destination: €10 to €15 per person (€20+ if it was exceptional)

  • • Pay in cash at the end of the experience.
  • • Bring small bills or change.

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