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Easter in Tallinn - Fairytale historic sightseeing
Spending Easter city break in Tallinn is more about fun activities and fabulous historic attractions than a religious celebration and visitors can explore fully one of Europe's most historic compact cities in a short time. The city itself is a rarity in that it is a complete medieval town boasting the commanding Tompea Castle, the towering spires and onion domes of St Olafs and the Nevsky Cathedral and a maze of timeless cobbled streets and market squares. An Easter in Tallinn will also discover unique Estonian art and culture in celebrated museums displaying reminders of a colourful past from the middle ages to the communist era.
Easter In Tallinn - Great fun activities for kids
Curious visitors can witness the unique Easter celebrations of the city's large Russian Orthodox community at the spectacular Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. A hectic and colourful service, it is also a sombre and respectful occasion. An Easter in Tallinn will surprise you with the variety of fun things to so for kids of all ages. Ice skating, puppet theatre, a thrilling water park and the impressive Tallinn Zoo will all compete for youngsters' attention and guarantee there is never a dull moment during a Tallinn short break during Easter. More sophisticated interests are well catered for too. Culture lovers will inevitably frequent the lavish Estonian Concert Hall for a short Easter Proms season, classical concerts and ballet.
Easter In Tallinn - Explore the city's picturesque surroundings
After a long winter, Easter sees a freshness and colour to the city and its surroundings and is the perfect time to visit the fabulous baroque Kadriorg Palace and gardens. Not only does it feature sumptuous decor and two renowned art museums, but it also hosts popular classical and traditional folk concerts on Easter Sunday and Monday. An Easter in Tallinn can even enjoy an idyllic afternoon by the beach at nearby Pirita which is a popular Easter time escape for many Tallinn locals. Quaint seafood restaurants and breezy seafront promenades offer lovely romantic coastal views or are more adventurous and explore the coast by horseback.
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