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A market street with stalls selling clothes, a staircase, and people walking. 1
A tour of Soviet Tallinn with a view of the cityscape and a paved pathway. 2
A building facade with ornate columns and decorative reliefs. 3
A classical building with columns, a balcony, and a statue on top. 4
A tall building with the sign "SOKOS HOTEL VIRU" at the top. 5
By Hidden Tallinn Tours

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$59 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Uncover the hidden stories of life in Soviet Tallinn on this unique walking tour. Venture beyond the typical tourist spots and delve into the remnants of Soviet architecture, infamous buildings, and everyday spaces still in use today. This tour reveals the everyday struggles and quiet acts of defiance that characterised life under Soviet rule, offering a unique perspective on the past that lingers in Tallinn’s streets.

    • Explore key sites like the former KGB Headquarters and Linnahall, an abandoned relic of grand Soviet architecture.
    • Visit Tallinn’s Central Market, the last remaining Soviet-era market in the city.
    • Discover the Viru Hotel, a striking Soviet hotel with a complex history of surveillance.
      – Uncover small, overlooked sites where Soviet history still echoes today
    • Perfect for curious travellers, history enthusiasts and anyone who wants to discover places beyond the typical tourist hotspots.

    Note: in winter the ending point may change depending on weather conditions.

Activity location

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      Soviet Walking Tour of Tallinn: Explore the City's Hidden History

      • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
        2h
      • English
      Language options: English
      Starting time: 11:00 AM
      Price details
      NZ$58.76 x 1 AdultNZ$58.76
      Total
      Price is NZ$58.76
      Until Mon, 7 Sept

      What's included, what's not

      • Inclusions
        Walking Tour
      • Exclusions
        Lunch

      Know before you book

        • Service animals allowed
        • Public transport options are available nearby
        • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

      Activity itinerary

      Central Market (Keskturg)

      • 10m
      The last Soviet-era market in Tallinn

      Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Pass by)

      Former Communist Party HQ

      Kohvik Energia (Pass by)

      Nostalgic café from Soviet times, still operating today

      Original Sokos Hotel Viru (Pass by)

      Soviet-era hotel, built for foreign tourists

      Mere Cultural Centre (Pass by)

      Russian Culture Centre

      Tallinn City Hall (Pass by)

      Abandoned Soviet-era concert hall

      Location

      Activity location

      • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
        Central Market (Keskturg)
        • Keldrimaee 9,
        • 10113, Tallinn, Estonia

      Meeting/Redemption Point

      • PEOPLEPEOPLE
        Hampton by Hilton Tallinn
        • 49 Tartu maantee
        • 10115, Tallinn, Harju maakond, Estonia

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