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    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 Museum is supported by the Tallinn Culture and Sports Board.

    Gift with Tallinn Card - free Town Hall Pharmacy’s booklet.

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    TripAdvisor® Traveler Reviews

    TripAdvisor logo tripadvisor rating 4.5 of 5

    based on 630 reviews

    • An old pharmacy.

      tripadvisor rating 3 of 5
      October 27, 2023 By TheShis

      This over-hyped pharmacy is just a very dated pharmacy store with some lovely displays. There's nothing more to it, other than its so-called "old world charm".

    • Interesting displays

      tripadvisor rating 5 of 5
      September 26, 2023 By GaryBrazel

      Remedies: Woodlouse infusion, earthworms in oil, vipers fat, mummy fragments, powdered unicorn horn, parched bees, stallion hooves, bats blood, dried toad,

    • ‘There’s a small museum which is free to enter but there’s a small box for donations which are welcomed.’

      tripadvisor rating 5 of 5
      August 7, 2023 By Ben927

      I believe this is the oldest working pharmacy in Europe and it’s quite a fascinating thing to see. There’s a small museum which is free to enter but there’s a small box for donations which are... Read more comments