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I've heard good things about the 16 euro hostel, near old town and centrally located:

http://www.16eur.ee



Also Hotel Go Schnell by the train station is cheap, sometimes 20 euro. www.gohotels.ee

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Hi

I am visiting Tallinn with my sister for 3 nights from 29th January. We will be staying in St. Olav Hotel. Is this a nice hotel, and is it central? Also, I read about the outside Ice Skating in Old Town, will this still be open then? I would also be greatful for tips on what else to do during the days, and what is good in terms of nightlife. Is it also likely ...

Cold. Can't say how cold, but



The only difference for Helsinki ferries in the ice season is that Linda Line doesn't operate. You can take Viking, Tallink or Ecker - that's my personal order of preference. One day is enough to get a taste, particularly at this time of year. 10, 20 or 30 degrees of frost won't encourage you to wander around if you're not used to it.



The 'Russian' fort you mention would ...

Hi,



We are planning a trip from the 21st to 26th April (Easter), just wondering if it is worth visiting Parnu out of the summer season?



We fly in and out of Tallinn and are also hoping to visit Tartu, so if not Parnu are there any other suggestions?



Also, does anyone know if shops/restaurants etc will be open on Good Friday and Easter Sunday/Monday?



Thanks

Hi There,



I dont arrive in Tallinn until 9pm on the evening of the 29th (saturday night) will there still be restaurants serving food at this time?



Thanks,



Charlene

Hi,

We are going to Tallin at the end of the month and are wondering what currency to take.



Thanx

Lorraine

We are spending 3 nights / 4 days in Tallin in Sept. 2 days are travelling days so are short days.

We are considering a day trip to Helsinki - do people think it is worth it?

How far is the center from the ferry port?

Does the quickest ferry take 90 mins?

What are the main sights we should be viewing during the day trip?



many thanks and any advice welcome!

Visit the fascinating island of Naissaar, just off the coast of

Tallinn, and stunning views of the Tallinn skyline.



While on the island, visitors can ride the narrow-gauge railway, dine in Naissaar restaurant and enjoy the area's beautiful forests and beaches.



Naissaar with over 9 abandoned military fortresses since 1700 is now known also for its untouched forests and beaches, lighthouses, working narrow-gauge railway and pub.



Look VirtualTourist reiview of Naissaar



virtualtourist.com/travel/Europe/Estonia/Har



Take Naissaar cruise ...

Will be in Tallinn on 24th Feb, any events that should not be missed on your special day? Is everything shut? I am staying overnight then on to Helsinki.



Thanks for any pointers.



Dan

we are arriving in Tallinn on saturday a evening in february and staying in an apartment very close to the town hall. I plan to eat at nice restaurants in the evenings, but want to keep costs under control by having breakfast and lunch in our apartment.

are there plenty of supermarkets or other food shops in or close to the town hall, and will I find them open on saturday (say 8pm) or sunday ...