When in Helsinki a day trip to Tallinn might be a very good idea. The few hours ferry trip across the Gulf of Finland is the perfect getaway if you want to enjoy something more Medieval then Nordic Helsinki.
Tallinn is the kind of city where I can’t necesarilly recommend certain things because you have to take it as an ensemble and enjoy the Old Town as it is. With narrow stone paved streets that go up and down, it’s just a great place to get lost and wander without any direction just for the joy of discovering something unexpected at any point. Hidden passages between streets and intimate coffee shops add an extra excitement.
Also, you must check out the Kalev chocolate store for the full local chocolate experience and also the delicious pastry served in the next door Maiasmokk Cafe.
Patkuli viewing platform offers a splendid view of the Old Town that has that postcard charm from up above. The way up is a bit of a challenge, but totally worth it, expecially since afterwards you don’t have to go back and can start exploring some more streets on your way down.
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