Cycling in Tallinn – Industrial areas and trendy neighbourhoods from Noblessner to Telliskivi

Starting from the city centre:

It is a good idea to start the route from City Hall, heading left from the front of the building, along the Culture Kilometre pedestrian and cycling path up to Kalaranna Street.

Starting from the harbour:

• If arriving via Terminal D (Tallink), the exit for cars and bicycles will lead you to the intersection of Reidi Road and Pikksilma Street. Turn right onto Reidi Road. There is a cycling path with rest areas and ping-pong tables.
• Drive along Reidi Road for about 1.1 km until you reach the junction with Jõe Street. Turn right towards Terminal A.
• Follow Jõe Street for 400 metres towards the harbour until you reach a bridge over the harbour basin. Cross the bridge towards Terminal A.
• Drive through Logi Street in front of Terminal A, turn left onto Rumbi Street and continue towards Kalaranna Street.
• If arriving via Terminal A (Eckerö Line and Viking Line), exit the ferry onto Rumbi Street and continue towards Kalaranna Street.

Linnahall

From Rumbi Street you can see the impressive Linnahall, a former concert hall and ice rink that was built for the 1980 Tallinn Olympic regatta. If you're feeling adventurous, park your bike and climb up to the impressive concrete roof for a spectacular view of the city and the sea. However, be careful on the stairs and edges of the building, as it is not in good condition.

Did you know that some of the scenes from Christopher Nolan's film Tenet were filmed in the Linnahall?

Tallinn Fish Market

If you're cycling over the weekend, take a break at the Fish Market, open on Saturdays. In addition to fish, other local foods are also sold.

Patarei Sea Fortress

By the sea, less than a kilometre from the Fish Market, on Kalaranna Street, lies the massive Patarei Sea Fortress with its dark history. The building is currently being redeveloped and will become a business and leisure centre in the coming years. The fortress is currently only accessible via guided tour, which is regularly organised by the Centre for Estonian Architecture.

Seaplane Harbour of the Estonian Maritime Museum

The domed building next to Patarei is the Estonian Maritime Museum's Seaplane Harbour – one of the most impressive museums in Estonia. Entrance is free with the Tallinn Card.

The soon-to-be-built Loodusmaja

Next to the Seaplane Harbour is a large construction site – Estonia's largest wooden building, Loodusmaja, will be completed in 2026, with the Estonian Museum of Natural History to take up residence there.

Tip: There is a public drinking fountain on Kalaranna Street near the Seaplane Harbour, where you can refill your water bottle if needed.

Vesilennuki Street and Lennusadama Street

Vesilennuki Street starts in front of the Seaplane Harbour. Drive along it and turn right onto Lennusadama Street, towards the sea.

Iglupark

At the end of Lennusadama Street, you will reach the Iglupark gate. Hop off your bike and walk it through the park. There are wooden "igloos" made by Estonian craftsmen – some are saunas, some are meeting rooms and some are for accommodation. See if the Iglupark café is open and take a refreshing break with something to drink! Nearby you will also find the Noblessner marina and a public toilet.

Noblessner central square and services

Once you've passed Iglupark, turn left to find the Noblessner Central Square. There is exciting new and old architecture and top class restaurants all around. For example, it's home to the only restaurant with two Michelin stars in the Baltics: Matthias Diether’s 180 Degrees, as well as several good cafés, restaurants and even a brewery.

If you've still got some energy left, park your bike and visit the Proto Invention Factory for a thrilling VR experience. Entrance is free with the Tallinn Card.

From Noblessner, turn back onto Kalaranna Street and head towards the city the same way you came. If you wish, you can walk part of the way through the Kalamaja cemetery park, which can be accessed via Peetri Street. From the other end of the park you can get back to Kalaranna Street.

After cycling for about half a kilometre on Kalaranna Street, turn right onto Vana-Kalamaja Street. The street was re-opened in 2023 with a major overhaul specifically for pedestrians and cyclists. There are many cafés and restaurants along the way and you can enjoy the architecture of Kalamaja's wooden houses. At the end of the street is the Kalamaja Museum, which is free of charge with the Tallinn Card. There is also a nice square in front of the museum where you can sit and observe city life.

Vana-Kalamaja Street ends at the corner of the Baltic Station Market. The market’s many street food places and restaurants are an excellent place to take a break. Or you can buy strawberries and enjoy them from the edge of the market while watching the local hustle and bustle.

After the market, head to the Telliskivi Creative City, where cultural and gastronomic delights await. For a contemporary art experience, visit the Fotografiska Tallinn photography centre or the Juhan Kuusi documentary photography gallery. Both are free of charge with the Tallinn Card. If you haven't had ice cream on your ride yet, take a break at La Muu ice cream café.

Start from the Baltic Station Market on to Toompuiestee, then turn to Rannamäe Road. This will take you to the Mere Avenue intersection, from where you’ll be able to see the harbour. Cross the intersection on to Sadama Street and you will arrive at Terminal A.

If you need to head to Terminal D, from Terminal A, drive back over the harbour basin bridge towards Terminal D, from there to Jõe Street and on to Reidi Road, which leads to the bicycle and car check-in.

Practical tips for cycling in Tallinn

• Download the free Tallinn Card app: It acts as your guide to the city and provides you with more information about the sights. You can buy a Tallinn Card directly from the app and access the museums without buying a separate ticket.
• If you didn't bring your own bike, you can rent one:
  • You can rent a bike and a helmet from City Bike in the Old Town. You can rent a bike free of charge for three hours using a Tallinn Card.
  • You can find green Bolt and pink Rekola Bikesharing rental bikes in different city districts. To use them, you need to download their free mobile apps. You will find the rental prices and instructions in the apps.
  • If you’re riding an electric bike, you can get help and advice from the Voltride shop (Telliskivi 57D).
• Wearing a helmet: In Estonia, wearing a helmet is compulsory for cyclists under 16 years of age.
• Tap water in Tallinn: Safe and drinkable. You can get water from public drinking fountains in the summer. You can use this map to see where the fountains are.
• Wheel maintenance spots: If you need to adjust your saddle or pump your tyres, there are public bike maintenance spots in Tallinn where you can find the necessary tools. Find them on the map layer labelled "rattaparanduspunkt".
• Want to cycle further? Tallinn cycling paths are marked on this map.