Tallinn Cruise Port
Tallinn, Estonia · Baltic
Cruise ships dock at Quay 24 — Old City Harbour, Tallinn.
Compact Baltic cruise port; the Old City Harbour sits a 15-minute walk from Tallinn's UNESCO Old Town.
At a glance
Port summary
Tallinn is an excellent independent port: the cruise berths at Old City Harbour (Vanasadam) are 1–1.5 km from the walled Old Town, connected by a flat waterfront walk, a seasonal shuttle or a short taxi hop.
Cruise docks
Quay 24 — Old City Harbour
Main cruise berth at the Old City Harbour (Vanasadam) used by most mid-sized cruise ships. Flat paved walk of about 15 minutes to the Old Town via Admiralty Gate.
Latitude: 59.450736, Longitude: 24.766459
See dock on port map →Quay 25 — Old City Harbour
Primary cruise berth for larger ships at the Old City Harbour. Passenger amenities, taxi rank and shuttle pickup point are here.
Latitude: 59.450522, Longitude: 24.76613
See dock on port map →Quay 26 — Old City Harbour
Cruise berth for larger vessels, slightly further from the terminal building. Same 15–20 minute waterfront walk into the Old Town.
Latitude: 59.449993, Longitude: 24.763299
See dock on port map →Quay 27 — Old City Harbour
Outer cruise berth at the Old City Harbour used on busy multi-ship call days. Walk to the Old Town takes roughly 20 minutes from this quay.
Latitude: 59.44977, Longitude: 24.762952
See dock on port map →Getting to Tallinn
From the cruise terminal to the city centre
Map & things to do
Money & payments
Cards and phones work almost everywhere — you can easily spend the day ashore without cash
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Excursions compared
4 comparedMedieval Tallinn Old Town walking tour with Toompea Hill
≈ 3.5 h · sold by 9 cruise lines
Cruise line
€80$90
Do it yourself
€20$22
Save ≈ €60Save ≈ $67 (75% off)
Ships dock at Vanasadam (Old City Harbour) terminals A, B, C or D. From any terminal it is a flat 15-20 min walk to Fat Margaret Tower and Pikk Gate, the natural entry to the Old Town - signs marked 'Old Town' point the way. Inside the Old Town every stop is within 10-15 min on foot. Everything outdoor and exterior viewing is free; entry to the Church of the Holy Spirit is 2 EUR and Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is free with a modest donation. No bookings needed.
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Kadriorg Palace and Kumu Art Museum panoramic drive
≈ 4 h · sold by 6 cruise lines
Cruise line
€95$107
Do it yourself
€40$45
Save ≈ €55Save ≈ $62 (58% off)
From Vanasadam terminal A, tram 1 or 2 runs from the J. Poska / Kadriorg stop every 7-10 min and reaches Kadriorg in about 15 min for 2 EUR single fare (contactless card on board). Walk through Kadriorg Park to the palace (Kadriorg Art Museum) - combined entry to Kadriorg Art Museum, Kumu and Mikkel Museum is 28 EUR; Kadriorg alone is 15 EUR and Kumu alone is 16 EUR. Kumu is a 10-minute walk uphill behind the palace. Song Festival Grounds is a separate 15-minute walk further east and free to enter the grounds.
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Ready-made port days
12 plansThe Tallinn Old Town Classic
Tallinn's UNESCO medieval core — main square, Toompea viewpoints and a rooftop tower — in one unhurried half day on foot from the ship.
Tallinn Old Town for Free
A full morning in the medieval town without spending a cent — gates, squares, viewpoints and a cathedral, all free.
Two-Hour Old Town Taster
Short call or late clearance? The essential medieval loop — gate, square, viewpoint — in a brisk two hours from the ship.
Kadriorg Palace & Kumu Art Day
Trade cobblestones for a tsar's park — a baroque palace, the Baltics' flagship art museum and a rose garden, an easy tram ride away.
Frequently asked questions
- Where does my cruise ship dock in Tallinn?
- Your ship docks at one of the cruise terminals in Tallinn, Estonia. The specific berth is assigned by the port a few days before arrival.
- Can I walk from the cruise port into Tallinn?
- Yes. Tallinn is walkable from the cruise port — many cruisers reach the city centre on foot.
- How do I get from the cruise port to Tallinn centre?
- Typical options include On foot, Shuttle bus, Taxi, Hop-on Hop-off, Tram, Local bus. Durations and costs are listed in the transport section above.
- How much time do I need in Tallinn?
- Plan for at least 3 hours ashore to see Tallinn independently and return to the ship with a safe buffer.
- What currency is used in Tallinn and are cards accepted?
- Tallinn uses the Euro. Carry some cash for markets, taxis, and smaller vendors — cards aren't accepted everywhere.
- Is there Wi-Fi at the cruise port?
- Free Wi-Fi is available at the Tallinn cruise terminal.
- When should I be back at the ship?
- Cruise lines usually require all passengers on board about 30 minutes before scheduled departure. Confirm the exact all-aboard time on your daily programme.
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