Tallinn Town Hall
Nothing says power like the impressive, Gothic Town Hall that dominates medieval Tallinn's main square.
It was built in 1402-1404 as a meeting place for the ruling burgomeisters and has been a showpiece of the city ever since. Nowadays the Town Hall – the only intact Gothic town hall in Northern Europe – is used mainly for concerts or for entertaining visiting kings or presidents.
Look closely at the top of the spire to spot the Old Thomas (in Estonian Vana Toomas) weather vane, a symbol of Tallinn who has been standing at attention here since 1530.
In July and August the Town Hall is open to visitors as a museum. The structure's interior is truly impressive, featuring colourful meeting halls, vaulted ceilings, intricate wood carvings and some of the city's most prized art treasures, including the famed Tristan and Isolde carved bench.
Entrance is free with Tallinn Card.
TripAdvisor® Traveler Reviews
tripadvisor rating 4.5 of 5
based on 1269 reviews
Bad experience
tripadvisor rating 1 of 5Their website says, that visiting is possible only for those, who have booked visits via email. However they don't answer emails.
OK for a short visit
tripadvisor rating 3 of 5The Tallinn old city hall has some nice works of art inside, information about the city and building history. Most of the spaces in the building are empty, and there isn't so much to read about... Read more comments
Lovely afternoon drink in the sunshine
tripadvisor rating 5 of 5Avoid the overpriced and mediocre food but this is a good place for a drink in the sun watching the World go by.
