NB! We will be exceptionally closed on 1.08 and 3.08!
Town Hall Pharmacy
Tallinn Town Hall Pharmacy is the oldest pharmacy in Europe that has continually operated on the same premises. It was first mentioned in town records in 1422. During the long history of the town hall pharmacy, many dignified men have been pharmacists here. A special honour belongs to the Burchart family, who worked in the pharmacy for as many as ten generations.
Today, there is a museum next to the pharmacy, where you can learn about the history and medieval healing methods. Guided tours are offered and workshops are held in the basement. Kindergarten and school groups are welcome!
Raeapteek is one of the most important and unique buildings of the medieval heritage of Tallinn’s Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has preserved its original function continuously to the present day.
TripAdvisor® Traveler Reviews
tripadvisor rating 4.3 of 5
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Go for the history
tripadvisor rating 4 of 5You should see one of the world’s oldest pharmacies. It does get crowded because it is so well known but it is still very entertaining.
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tripadvisor rating 4 of 5Busy little working pharmacy steeped in history. Although it is small the exhibits are quite interesting and is free to visit. Check out the mummified hand and other weird things they believed... Read more comments
Small museum on the main square
tripadvisor rating 3 of 5Right on main square so I decided to stop in. .Was interesting for a few minutes. Presentation was relatively self explanatory. It's free and if on the main square and time, ok to visit.
