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KGB prison cells
The basement of the building at 1 Pagari Street was home to one of the most notorious and feared pre-trial detention centers during the Soviet occupation. Previously closed to the public, the KGB prison cells are now open to visitors.
Estonian politicians, civil servants, intellectuals, veterans of the War of Independence, as well as ordinary people, were tortured and sentenced to death or imprisonment here. The cells built in the basement remain a symbol of communist terror to this day.
Visitors will see a basement with two corridors and six cells, including one for solitary confinement. Temporary exhibitions are held in the corridor. You can book a guided tour to walk you through the cells if desired.
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Fascinating and Insightful KGB Museum Experience
tripadvisor rating 5 of 5Our visit to the KGB Museum in Tallinn was exceptional. Mia (forgive me if I’m spelling it wrong) was our guide, and she was fantastic — incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the history of... Read more comments
Expensive for what it is
tripadvisor rating 2 of 5Called in as we were passing; there isn't a lot there and we were in and out in 30 minutes, having seen everything. It is, however, a sobering reminder of the difficult history of Estonia.
Heavy but interesting
tripadvisor rating 4 of 5After spending the weekend learning about Tallin's history, we felt compelled to go to the KGB museum. This one is heavy, but very well done.
