Tallinn Old Town Self-Guided Audio Tour with App & Map

Summary

Explore winding cobblestone lanes & gothic spires in Tallinn

You’ll wander Tallinn’s medieval Old Town at your own pace with an audio guide that pops up just when you need it—sharing stories at Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, guiding you along cobbled lanes like Pikk jalg, and letting you linger wherever curiosity pulls you. Includes offline map access and a quirky travel game for extra fun.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll admit, I didn’t expect to get so caught up wandering through Tallinn Old Town by myself—well, not really alone, since the audio guide kept chiming in just as I’d round a corner or stop to stare at something. The first time it happened was right outside Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. I was fiddling with my scarf (it was colder than I thought), and suddenly this friendly voice started telling me about the onion domes and why they’re here. It felt oddly comforting, like having a local friend who doesn’t mind if you take forever snapping photos or just stand there breathing in the smell of roasted nuts from a nearby stall.

Walking up Pikk jalg—Tallinn’s “Long Leg”—I could hear my boots scuffing on the old stones, and honestly, I had to pause halfway up because it’s steeper than it looks. A couple of Estonian teenagers zipped past me laughing (I swear one winked), and then the guide in my ear explained how horse carts used to struggle up here too. At the top, that view over the city rooftops hit me harder than I expected. The wind picked up and for a second all you could hear was church bells echoing somewhere below. I still think about that silence.

The audio tour let me drift through places like Saiakang—the “White Bread Passage”—and Kullassepa Street without worrying about missing anything important. There’s this little travel game built into the app (Travel Kid? Kind of goofy but fun) that made me notice details I’d have walked right past otherwise. And if you’re wondering: yes, you can start anywhere in the old town, which is great if you get distracted by pastries or end up chatting with someone selling hand-knit mittens near Town Hall Square. So yeah, it’s flexible—and somehow personal even though it’s all on your phone.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Tallinn Old Town highlights

• Visit Toompea Castle garden area
• Enjoy views of Tallinn
• Walk along Pikk jalg street
• Pass Saiakang (White bread passage)
• Explore Town Hall Square
• See Viru Gate
• Walk Kullassepa (Goldsmith) Street
• Visit historic garden site

Top questions

How does the self-guided audio walking tour in Tallinn work?

You download an app to your smartphone; as you walk through Tallinn Old Town, the audio guide starts automatically at each attraction.

Can I start the Tallinn Old Town audio tour anywhere?

Yes, you can begin the tour at any point within Tallinn Old Town and explore at your own pace.

Is internet required during the walking tour?

No, once downloaded, all content is available offline to avoid roaming charges.

How long is my ticket valid after activation?

Your ticket is valid for one week after activation.

Is this Tallinn walking tour suitable for strollers or wheelchairs?

Yes, the route is wheelchair accessible and infants or small children can ride in a pram or stroller.

Are service animals allowed on this self-guided tour?

Yes, service animals are permitted during your visit.

What attractions are included on this Tallinn audio tour?

The route covers Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Toompea Hill views, Pikk jalg street, Saiakang passage, Town Hall Square, Viru Gate, Kullassepa Street, and more.

Who created this Tallinn Old Town audio guide?

The tour was made by an official Hop-on City tour guide.

What’s included

Your experience includes a downloadable multilingual audio-guide map on your smartphone with offline content so you won’t need data while exploring; instant access via activation link; plus a playful travel game built into the app—all designed so you can start anywhere in Tallinn Old Town and move entirely at your own pace.