Discover Soviet Tallinn: Free Communist Tour with a Local Guide
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Tallinn has changed dramatically in recent years and now is an amazing European capital. Our free tour will show the other side of the city, which is the Communist.
Step behind the Iron Curtain with a local guide. From the former KGB headquarters to Soviet landmarks and the concrete giant of Linnahall, hear real stories about everyday life under communism, and how that past still shapes Estonia today.
From the team behind the Best Free Tour Worldwide 2023 (FREETOUR.com Awards).
YOU'LL SEE: The former KGB headquarters, Kino Sõprus, the Writers' House, the Russian Embassy and Linnahall by the sea.
HOW IT FEELS: Real stories, not a history lecture. Some will surprise you, some are so absurd they'll make you laugh.
LANGUAGE: English only.
GUIDES: Jonas, Marko or Christopher. All live in Tallinn and work only for EstAdventures, a small local company.
MEETING POINT: Niguliste 2, in front of the Tourist Information Centre (not Niguliste Church across the street). Look for the blue umbrella!
END: Linnahall, after about 2 hours (sometimes 10–20 min more; we never rush).
HOW IS IT FREE? Booking costs nothing. At the end, give what you feel the tour was worth, by card or cash. Most guests give €15–50, and it goes directly to your guide. Thank you for supporting local guiding!
See you in Tallinn! Team EstAdventures
Meeting point
Tallinn Tourism and Information Center, Niguliste 2
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h
- Languages
- English
- Usual start times
- 13:30 (Tallinn time)
- Coming up
- 25 departures in 3 months, 1 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 2h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Tallinn Tourism and Information Center, Niguliste 2. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
25 departures are listed in the next three months, 1 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 13:30. Times are local to Tallinn.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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