Mariannah

Hi All,

Do people think it's possible to have a reasonable visit of Tallinn's Old Town on a day trip from Helsinki? And does anyone know how long the ferry ride is over?

Thanks for all help!

Dukey

The Old Town in Tallin is quite walkable if you don't mind some steps.

Actually, I thought it was much more interesting than Helsinki.

Could you do it in a day...possibly..but make it a long one and beware of fake amber!

wally34949

Yes, the boats take 1 1/2 hours or less to go across. You will find hotels more affordable in Tallinn along with the alcohol and nitelife. I flew from Tallinn to Berlin very cheaply. Try to have lunch in the Old Town--it will give you a chance to rest your feet.

GeoffHamer

Large numbers of Finns make day trips to Tallinn every day. There are half a dozen operators with big ships or fast ferries. The old town in Tallinn is an easy walk from the ferry terminals.
www.eckeroline.fi
www.lindaliini.ee
www.njl.fi
www.superseacat.com
www.tallinksilja.com
www.vikingline.fi

charlieg

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hopscotch

Depends on what you think is reasonable. I spent two nights in Tallinn and definitely need to go back.

There are different means of transport from Helsinki -- ships, cats, and hydrofoils run by different companies, and seasonal. Figure on two hours plus or minus a half hour.

Loveling

My general opinion on the matter is that one should never ever try to make to cities in one day.

But I guess you would not have asked the question if it did not appeal to you.