
Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included
Traveler rating
4.5/5
Based on 586 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included worth booking?
Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included is a 13-hour experience in Helsinki, Finland, from $166 per person. It scores 82 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 586 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 82 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (586)
- Duration
- 13 hours
- From
- $166 per person
Our tour includes same day round trip from Helsinki to Tallinn with a 3 hour guided tour in Tallinn and 3 hour of free time for lunch, Souvenir shopping and taking pictures in Old Town of Tallinn. We will pick you up from your hotel in the morning between 09:10 AM to 09:45 AM. You will be taken to the Helsinki terminal to board a cruise ship to Tallinn. Your tour guide will welcome you at the port of Tallinn. He will take you for a walking tour of the medieval Old Town of Tallinn, a UNESCO world Heritage site. After the 3 hour guided tour of the Old town ends. You now get 3 hours of free have lunch, shop and take pictures in the Old town in your free time before our tour guide takes you to Tallinn harbour for your return cruise to Helsinki. Enjoy all the entertainment in Cruise during your journey. You can try out the duty-free shopping on board, or try out the exquisite Buffet, or just enjoy some time in the deck of the ship cherishing the beauty of the Baltic coastline.
What you get
About this experience
Our tour includes same day round trip from Helsinki to Tallinn with a 3 hour guided tour in Tallinn and 3 hour of free time for lunch, Souvenir shopping and taking pictures in Old Town of Tallinn. We will pick you up from your hotel in the morning between 09:10 AM to 09:45 AM. You will be taken to the Helsinki terminal to board a cruise ship to Tallinn. Your tour guide will welcome you at the port of Tallinn. He will take you for a walking tour of the medieval Old Town of Tallinn, a UNESCO world Heritage site. After the 3 hour guided tour of the Old town ends. You now get 3 hours of free have lunch, shop and take pictures in the Old town in your free time before our tour guide takes you to Tallinn harbour for your return cruise to Helsinki. Enjoy all the entertainment in Cruise during your journey. You can try out the duty-free shopping on board, or try out the exquisite Buffet, or just enjoy some time in the deck of the ship cherishing the beauty of the Baltic coastline.
What's included
Included
- Return ferry ticket
- Hotel pick up and drop
- Guided walking tour of Old Town Tallinn
- Star Class seats in ultra-modern, eco-friendly Tallink Megastar or Tallink MyStar
Not included
- Food and Drinks
What you'll see and do
West Terminal 2
Board the ferry to Tallinn
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Tallinn Estonia Cruise Port
Cruise across the Gulf of Finland to Estonia from Helsinki in a 2 hour 15 mins ferry
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Tallinn Old Town
Get mesmerized a 3 hour walking tour in the old town of Tallinn, a UNESCO world Heritage site. The cobbled streets, narrow alleys, traditional restaurants, innumerable churches and conical red roofs makes the memorable trip with a highly experienced tour guide.
180 minutes here
Viru Gates
Visit the Old Town Tallinn Viru Gates. The main historical gate of the city is one of the places that help to get a complete picture of the Tallinn Old City. The main entrance into Old Town is marked by these beautiful twin gate towers.
10 minutes here
Hellemann Tower
The three-storey tower dates to the 14th century and at different times was used as a prison and a weapons store. It also houses an art gallery.
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St. Catherine's Passage
St. Catherine’s Passage is a picturesque and unique walkway winds its way from Vene Street past the southern end of the Dominican monastery to Müürivahe Street. St Catherine's church, from which the alley took its name, is thought to have been built here more than 700 years ago. a few handicraft workshops can be found here, in which you can watch the artists at work – creating ceramics, hats, glass and more
15 minutes here
Dominican Monastery Claustrum
Visit the Dominican Monastery a former monastery and one of the oldest buildings in Tallinn
10 minutes here
St. Olaf’s Church
The Gothic St. Olaf’s Church was the tallest building in the World. The tower's viewing platform offers tourists one of the best views of Tallinn
15 minutes here
Toompea Castle
Toompea is a limestone hill in the central part of the city and towers over the rest of the city. Toompea Castle has always been the seat of power in Estonia. The Parliament of Estonia (Riigikogu) is based in the castle and is the world’s only expressionist parliament building with its expressionist style interiors.
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Aleksander Nevski Katedraali
Cherish the extraordinary architecture of the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the largest and grandest orthodox cupola cathedral in Tallinn's. It's areal view looks like the crown of the Toompea hill. The short climb up the Toompea hill is worth it.
15 minutes here
Viewing Point Kohtuotsa
Kohtuotsa offers sweeping panoramas of Old Town's rooftops and towers against the backdrop of the modern city skyline. On the east corner of Toompea hill, it offers unforgettable views of the medieval neighbourhood on Tallinn.
15 minutes here
Tallinn Old Town
Post your walking tour, you get 3 hours free time in Tallinn. Explore the souvenir shop, have lunch and take pictures before boarding the return cruise to Helsinki.
180 minutes here
Tallinn Estonia Cruise Port
Cruise back across the Gulf of Estonia to Finland from Tallinn in a 2 hour 15 mins ferry
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West Terminal 2
Arrive at Helsinki Port, and transfer back to Hotel in city center.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 45 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- JeeTravels OY
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please make sure you travel with a valid passport
- It is 3 hrs walking tour, so wear your comfortable shoes
- You get 3 hours of free time in Tallinn to have lunch, shop and take pictures
- We will share with you the boarding passes for your cruise tickets 24hrs before your tour in your email
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 586 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
7 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
586 verified traveler reviews for Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Helsinki-Tallinn-Helsinki
All transfers went well from pick-up to drop-off. Great tour guide Svetlana in Tallinn. Biggest ferry I've ever seen or been on!
via Viator
Great experience all around!
This tour was seamless from start to finish! I enjoyed the pickup from hotel, and appreciated the small group experience. There were only four in my group, and we were brought directly to the ferry terminal and back and brought around our excellent local guide Renat. He brought a personal touch to the tour that was fascinating and engaging! Couldn’t have asked for a better experience for a day trip to Tallinn from Helsinki :)
via Viator
Highly enjoyable well organised return day trip to Tallinn on the ferry
It was a well organised return day trip to Tallinn from Helsinki. Very good guide in Tallinn. Great group of people on the day trip so that increased the enjoyment for me
via Viator
A Great Day in Tallinn
Great! A very knowledgeable guide with perfect English. Just wear comfortable shoes cause it’s a lot of up & down; the surfaces keep changing..,from cobble stones to pavement to on & off curbs. Must take one’s time & be ever vigilant.
via Viator
Brilliant day trip to Tallinn
This trip is very well organised. we got picked up from our hotel in a beautiful car, then we were dropped at the ferry terminal. the Ferry itself is like being on a cruise ship. Very smooth sailing and lots of restaurants onboard. When we arrived in Tallinn, our guide was there to pick us up. he drove us to places that we would never have seen if we had just booked the ferry ourselves and walked into the town centre. You get 2 hours free time to explore the centre and get something to eat. we were dropped back at the ferry terminal, boarded the ferry, had another smooth crossing and we were picked up at the other end to be dropped off at our hotel. 100% recommend this tour.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 13 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 205
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by JeeTravels OY, who run 4 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 60.1.
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Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Helsinki.
How much does Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included cost?
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Prices start at $166 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Helsinki usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included take?
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Plan for about 13 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Helsinki is not rushed.
Is Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 82 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 586 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Helsinki, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 13-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included?
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Around 205 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Helsinki can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Helsinki and add a light layer if any part of the 13-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Helsinki within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Helsinki?
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On Outty we rank every Helsinki experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include National Park Hike & Finnish Smoke Sauna Experience with Campfire Lunch, A Finntastic Walking Tour with a Local Guide, Helsinki walking tour with a city planner. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Helsinki?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Helsinki?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included?
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Included: Return ferry ticket; Hotel pick up and drop; Guided walking tour of Old Town Tallinn; and Star Class seats in ultra-modern, eco-friendly Tallink Megastar or Tallink MyStar. Not included: Food and Drinks. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 40 listed pickup locations in and around Helsinki. Be ready about 45 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Helsinki. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Helsinki to Tallinn Guided Tour -cruise ticket & pick up included?
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Across 586 reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, organization, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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