Attractions & museums
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    Bastion passages in the Tallinn Old Town

    The bastion passages are part of the Kiek in de Kök Fortification Museum.

    The mysterious passages in Tallinn’s earthwork fortifications were built along with the bastions in the 17th and 18th centuries to conceal the movement of soldiers, ammunition, and other equipment from the enemy. They were also used to monitor the enemy’s underground activities of planting mines. After the fortifications were removed from the list of military objects in 1857, parks were established on the Ingrian and Swedish bastions.

    Carved Stone Museum, located in the Ingrian bastion, can also be found in the bastion passages. The Museum presents the carved stone collection of the Tallinn City Museum.

    Individual visitors can use an audio guide in the bastion passages. We also offer guided tours.

    Free with Tallinn Card!

    During free Museum Sundays (07.07; 04.08; 01.09; 06.10; 03.11; 01.12) only the bastion passages with the Carved Stone Museum will be open. The Maiden Tower, the Stable Tower and the Gate Tower will be closed.

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    • A must see!

      tripadvisor rating 5 of 5
      April 26, 2025 By AmKreuz86

      When in Tallinn, this is an absolute must to do! The towers offer very good insight into history with regards to the city and Estonia. As well as amazing views, beautiful architecture and some fun... Read more comments

    • A great museum

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      April 16, 2025 By jaynea476

      A really interesting museum. Lots of rooms to explore and history to learn. The rooms are all set out with the information in English and Estonian language (maybe Russian as well). I brought the... Read more comments

    • Definitely a must see in Tallinn!

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      March 31, 2025 By radustefan2024

      Another interesting element of Tallinn's history. The museum is complex, located on several floors. In the tower you have the opportunity to see magnificent views of the city of Tallinn, and through... Read more comments