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Tallinn Estonian Food & History Walking Tour

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Tallinn, Estonia
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3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Discover Tallinn through its food on a guided walking tour combining Estonian cuisine, local history and some of the city's most interesting neighbourhoods.
Enjoy around 6–7 food and drink stops as you travel from Tallinn's medieval Old Town through Baltic Station Market and Kalamaja to Telliskivi Creative City. Taste traditional Estonian favourites alongside modern local flavours while discovering how centuries of different cultural influences have shaped the country's cuisine.
More than just a food tour, this experience combines tastings with Tallinn's history, local stories and everyday life – taking you from the medieval city to the creative Tallinn of today.
The exact food and drink stops and tastings vary according to season and availability.

What's Included

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Traditional and modern Estonian food tastings
  • Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink tastings
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities (optional)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Suur-Karja tn 17
10148 Tallinn, Estonia

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End point

Telliskivi tn 60a
10412 Tallinn, Estonia

Tour ends at Telliskivi Creative City

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Tallinn Old Town

Begin in Tallinn's medieval Old Town and discover the city through its history and food. Walk through atmospheric cobblestone streets while visiting several tasting locations and sampling traditional and modern Estonian flavours. Learn how centuries of different cultural influences have shaped both Tallinn and Estonian cuisine.
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1 hour 10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Balti Jaam Market

Explore Tallinn's lively market, where traditional ingredients, local producers and contemporary food culture come together. Enjoy another tasting while discovering the changing face of Estonian food.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kalamaja

Continue through Kalamaja, Tallinn's former working-class district, known today for its colourful wooden houses, creative atmosphere and local lifestyle.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Telliskivi Loomelinnak

Finish in Telliskivi Creative City, a hub of contemporary Tallinn filled with restaurants, cafés, design, street art and creative businesses. Enjoy the final part of your food experience while seeing how Tallinn has evolved from a medieval trading city into today's creative capital.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with significant walking difficulties due to cobblestone streets and uneven surfaces along parts of the route.
  • Please advise us of any dietary requirements or food allergies at the time of booking.
  • Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Tallinn Estonian Food & History Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-10843P1

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284 reviews

Average 4.41 out of 5 stars based on 284 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

Activity name

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Traditional and modern Estonian food tastings
  • Local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink tastings
  • Around 6–7 food and drink tasting stops
  • Professional English-speaking local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities (optional)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with significant walking difficulties due to cobblestone streets and uneven surfaces along parts of the route.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please advise us of any dietary requirements or food allergies at the time of booking.
  • Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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