Islands Near Tallinn

Pick Aegna if you want the easiest “forest + beach” day close to the city: Aegna Island.

Pick Naissaar if you want nature plus a slightly wilder, story-heavy vibe (lighthouses + remnants of the 20th century): Naissaar.

Pick Prangli if you want a lived-in island community and a slow local rhythm: Prangli Island.

Island days are “easy” only if you respect the ferry schedule:

• Timetables are seasonal
• Weather can disrupt plans
• Return times define your whole day

Start here for current information:

• https://visittallinn.ee/eng/visitor/ideas-tips/tips-and-guides/if-you-have-time-to-go-out-of-tallinn/ferries-to-tallinn-islands

Island days are simple when you treat them like a nature picnic day, not a checklist:

• Check the ferry timetable close to your travel date
• Pack layers (wind changes everything)
• Bring water + snacks
• Build your day around one walking loop + a long pause

Morning ferry → walking loop → picnic → slow return.

When you’re back in Tallinn, choose an easy “city contrast” finish:

• sunset steps at Linnahall
• dinner in Rotermann Quarter
• a calm Old Town loop (see Tallinn Old Town)

If you’re in Tallinn for two days, keep Day 1 for Old Town + viewpoints, then use Day 2 for one island.

Start with Weekend in Tallinn and swap the “day trip” block for your island of choice.