From Helsinki: Tallinn Day Trip Escape, Ferry & Port Welcome
Overview
Your journey begins aboard the premium Eckerö Line cruise ferry. Enjoy panoramic sea views, duty-free shopping, and live Nordic entertainment during the comfortable 2-hour morning crossing.
Upon docking at Tallinn Terminal A, experience our signature VIP welcome. Your local guide will be waiting inside the arrivals hall to escort you to a quick 15-minute van transfer, dropping you right at the medieval city gates.
Embark on our highly-rated, 2-hour History and Legends Walking Tour through Tallinn’s UNESCO-listed Old Town. Wander the cobblestone streets of the Merchants’ Realm (Lower Town), stopping at the historic Town Hall Square and Europe’s oldest working pharmacy. Then, climb to the Nobles’ Realm (Upper Town) on Toompea Hill to marvel at the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and take in breathtaking city views from the Patkuli and Kohtuotsa platforms.
After your guided tour, enjoy 4 hours of independent free time to enjoy a hearty lunch or shop for souvenirs before an easy walk back to the port for your relaxing sunset ferry return to Helsinki.
This activity includes:
- Kohtuotsa viewing platform
- Patkuli viewing platform
- Holy Spirit Church
- Tallinn Town Hall
- Danish King's Garden
- Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
- St Mary's Cathedral
- Town Hall Pharmacy
- West Terminal 2
- A-terminal
- Viru Gate
- Return Baltic Sea Ferry Tickets: Helsinki to Tallinn and back aboard the modern Eckerö Line.
- Arrival Port Welcome: Your private guide waiting inside Tallinn Terminal A.
- Tallinn Old Town History & Legends Walking Tour: Our signature 2-hour private guided experience.
- Local Artisan & Pharmacy Visits: Immersive stops that connect you with Tallinn's living culture.
- Expert Local Advice: Tailored recommendations for dining and shopping during your free time.
On arrival
Your official Eckerö Line boarding passes will be sent to you separately via WhatsApp and email. On the day of your tour, please arrive at Helsinki West Terminal 2 (Tyynenmerenkatu 14, 00180 Helsinki) one hour before departure to board the ship. Upon arrival in Tallinn, your private guide will be waiting to welcome you inside the port arrivals area.
Things to note
What to bring:
Passport or ID card
Comfortable shoes
Camera
Weather-appropriate clothing
Know before you go:
The ferry crossing takes approximately 2 hours each way.
The walking tour in Tallinn lasts for 2 hours.
You will have 4 hours of independent time in Tallinn.
Free Cancellation
Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.
