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Free Tour: Daily Life in Medieval Tallinn
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Duration
1 hour
Meeting point
Tallinn Town Hall
Languages
English
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.
Overview
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.
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.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
Requires at least 5 participants to run
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity 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
On arrival
The guide will be awaiting you in front of the Town Hall main entrance, holding an Old Town map as a sign.
Things to note
Lovely people! Please keep in mind that during the low season, the tour requires at least five guests. Therefore, single bookings may be rejected if no further bookings are present. Thank you.
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
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