The medieval city of Tallinn is taking off as an interesting yet uncrowded continental short-break option, and as an emerging business centre. The charming cobbled streets of Old Tallinn are thoroughly covered for visitors, with architectural highlights, local museums and shops pin-pointed. For travellers with time to explore beyond the city a number of local excursions are provided, including the tranquil island of Aegna and Maarjam-e Palace.
Neil Taylor is a tour leader who specialises in eastern Europe and the Far East. He is the author of Bradt's Estonia and editor and co-author of Baltic Capitals.
