Kesklinn Travel Guide
Tallinn
Visit Kesklinn
Popular places to visit
Town Hall Square
Tour historical buildings, watch open-air concerts and peruse market stalls at this ancient plaza in the center of Tallinn’s Old Town.
Viru Keskus Shopping Centre
During your visit to Tallinn, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Viru Keskus Shopping Centre. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Rottermann Quarter
Wander along the cobbled paths that meander between the avant-garde, shiny shops and boutiques in this urban hotspot and commercial zone.
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
Gaze up at the onion domes, hear the powerful bells and admire the imaginative stained-glass windows of this magnificent landmark.
Toompea Castle
Stand in the room where Estonia’s laws are created. See hundreds of years of architectural designs when you tour this ancient stronghold.
Tallinn Town Hall
You can study the exhibits at Tallinn Town Hall, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Tallinn. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
From Tallinn: Day Trip to Lahemaa National Park
From Tallinn: Jägala Waterfall and Harju County Tour
Tallinn: Museums, Public Transport, and More City Card
Tallinn: Virtual Time Travel Experience VR Tallinn 1939/44 I
Guided Old Town Tallinn Historical Walking Tour
Top hotels in Kesklinn
Nunne Boutique Hotel
Spotless room, courteous and helpful staff. Excellent food. Perfect location in the old town, accessible to everything of interest. Staff helpful in booking tickets taxis, travels, meal reservations. We had the perfect stay
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Citybox Tallinn City Center
easy to find, well located for the old town
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Radisson Collection Hotel, Tallinn
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Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Nordic Hotel Forum
Lovely room, clean & a good size with a nice bathroom & great bath. The top floor spa suite is a decent size with a pool, hot tub, sauna & steam room. The buffet breakfast has a good range of dishes and was kept freshly topped up. The hotel is in a great location, 15 mins from the airport and a 5 ...
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Meriton Old Town Garden Hotel
Our recent stay was pleasant overall. The room was acceptable, though we did find one of the provided cups to be less than perfectly clean. However, the breakfast experience was truly outstanding and a definite highlight of our visit. We appreciated the variety and quality of the offerings. We would ...
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Swissotel Tallinn
Excellent. Great staff, good standard 5 star hotel.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kesklinn
Maakri
Historical sites, restaurants and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Maakri. Check out St John's Alms-house or Church of Our Lady of Kazan while you're exploring the area.
Tatari
While there might not be top attractions in Tatari, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Nordea Concert Hall and Freedom Square.
City Center
City Center is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Freedom Square and Tallinn Town Hall while in the area.
Old Town Tallinn
Old Town Tallinn is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Tallinn Town Hall and Tallinn Christmas Markets while in the area.
Rotermann Quarter
Historical sites, shopping and restaurants highlight some of the noteworthy features of Rotermann Quarter. Make a stop by Rottermann Quarter or Fenikss Casino while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Toompea
If you're spending some time in Toompea, Patkuli Viewing Platform and Kohtuotsa viewing platform are top sights worth seeing.
