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Museum of Estonian Architecture

The Museum of Estonian Architecture is a design-forward Tallinn museum in the Rotermann Quarter — a great stop for architecture lovers and a smart indoor add-on between Old Town and the waterfront.

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Why It’s a Great Tallinn Design Stop

If Tallinn’s mix of medieval stone and modern architecture is part of what you love, this museum helps you understand the why behind the city’s design choices.

How to Build It Into Your Day

A clean “modern Tallinn” arc:

Architecture museum → Rotermann → Linnahall at sunset

Pair It With

Design browsing: Design Shops in Tallinn
Waterfront culture: Kai Art Center in Noblessner

Official Info

For tickets and current exhibitions:

https://www.arhitektuurimuuseum.ee/en/

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Nearby on the map

A few close-by pages to help you build a simple walking loop.

Tallinn Card Guide

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RØST Bakery

0.2 km away

Rotermann Quarter

0.2 km away

Getting Around Tallinn

0.3 km away

Tallinn With Kids (A Calm Family Guide)

0.4 km away

LEE (Modern Estonian Restaurant)

0.4 km away

KGB Museum (Hotel Viru)

0.4 km away

Fat Margaret (Estonian Maritime Museum)

0.4 km away

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