Place Guide

Town Hall Square (Raekoja plats)

Town Hall Square is Tallinn’s historic heart: cafes, seasonal markets, and the perfect anchor for an Old Town day. Here’s how to enjoy it in every season.

Photo by Estonia Incorporated on Unsplash.

Tallinn’s Heartbeat

If Tallinn’s Old Town is a maze, Town Hall Square is the central clearing. It’s where you’ll naturally pass through — so plan to actually pause, not just walk across.

Behind the square is Tallinn Town Hall — a Gothic landmark completed in 1404, which helps explain why this spot feels so rooted in time.

A Quick Town Hall Fact (For Context)

If you like having one clean historical anchor for a place:

  • Tallinn Town Hall was completed in 1404.
  • The building’s Gothic silhouette and spire are part of the Old Town’s iconic skyline.

You don’t need a full tour to appreciate it — just stand in the square for a minute and look up.

How to Experience the Square

  • Come early for calmer photos.
  • Return at night for atmosphere.
  • In winter, this is where the Tallinn Christmas Market brings the city to life.

Pair It With

Two Easy Routes from the Square

For views: Town Hall Square → ToompeaPatkuli.

For texture: Town Hall Square → side streets → St. Catherine’s Passage → dessert stop (see Best Desserts).

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Nearby on the map

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

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