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OMA Keskus
LGBT information center
"OMA Keskus" is a Tallinn LGBT information and activity center that provides all the guidance for a safe and aware stay like a local. Check out LadyFest.
by
Diana
Pashkovich
Betapromenaad
Secret walkway by the sea
"Betapromenaad" in Tallinn is a temporary walkway along the seaside. It looks a bit weird at the moment, but I like it for walk near the center...
by
Dmitri
Korobtsov
Sõõrikukohvik
Traditional Estonian breakfast
"Sõõrikukohvik" is one of the best places for having breakfast in Tallinn around. This cozy little cafe specialises in doughnuts, and it's really cheap!
by
Dmitri
Korobtsov
Flamm
Flammkuchen bar
"Flamm" in Tallinn makes delicious 'Flammkuchen', or flame cakes. Tired of pizza? It is incredibly thin, crisp and with perfect blistered crust...
by
Diana
Pashkovich
Pikakari Beach
Hidden beach in Põhja-Tallinn
Pikakari is a small sandy beach on the very end of the Paljassaare peninsula. It's not well-known, and I love it for some nature hikes...
by
Dmitri
Korobtsov
F-Hoone
Warehouse dining
"F-Hoone" Tallinn is in cool Kalamaja, situated in an industrial building. It's quite a popular restaurant with the locals, but the cuisine is fresh!
by
Diana
Pashkovich
EKKM
Museum and nightlife
"EKKM" or Tallinn's Estonia Contemporary Art Museum, looks abandoned, but inside you'll find an active gallery with fresh and fringe contemporary artists.
by
Diana
Pashkovich
Estonian Burger Factory
No soup for you!
"Estonian Burger Factory" Tallinn is one of my fav burger restaurants in town. They used to be a super-famous kiosk in town, and they've still got it...
by
Diana
Pashkovich
Kaja Pizza Köök
Pizza kitchen
"Kaja Pizza Köök" is the most hyped pizza restaurant in Tallinn. They close when they're out of dough, so come early, get a local beer and enjoy the day!
by
Diana
Pashkovich
Noa
Fine dining with a view
"Noa" is one of the best restaurants situated just a bit outside of Tallinn, in Viimsi. Do not leave without trying the ice cream with a touch of basil...
by
Diana
Pashkovich
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