Day 1: Old Town (Slow) + Toompea (Golden Hour)
- Start at Viru Gate and wander without a timer.
- Anchor at Town Hall Square.
- Save Toompea viewpoints for later light: Kohtuotsa and Patkuli.
Want more Old Town detail? Tallinn Old Town.
Day 2: Kadriorg + A Museum Day
Spend a calmer day in Kadriorg.
- Art anchor: Kumu Art Museum.
- Add a park walk and a cafe stop.
If you prefer maritime history, swap Kumu for Seaplane Harbour and end at Noblessner.
Day 3: Creative Tallinn (Telliskivi + Kalamaja)
This is the modern Tallinn day.
- Start with food and browsing at Balti Jaam Market.
- Spend the afternoon in Telliskivi.
- Drift into Kalamaja for dinner and a gentle bar night (see Best Bars in Tallinn).
Day 4: Pick a Day Trip
Choose one direction and keep it simple:
- Nature: Lahemaa National Park or Rummu Quarry.
- Cities: Tartu Day Trip or Narva Day Trip.
- Two-capital flex: Helsinki Day Trip.