Description
Summary
Description
Step into the fascinating world of Soviet-era Estonia on a guided tour that reveals Tallinn’s hidden history. Journey along the city’s coastline, once a restricted border zone, and discover the secrets that shaped the nation during decades of Soviet rule.
Your adventure begins with convenient pickup from Tallinn Old Town, where your expert guide shares stories of life behind the Iron Curtain. Travel to the Viimsi peninsula and walk through a quiet forest to uncover an abandoned Soviet air defense base, a powerful reminder of Estonia’s turbulent past.
Continue to the Olympic Yachting Center, constructed for the 1980 Moscow Olympics, and learn about Soviet engineering and the unique challenges faced by Estonians at the time. Visit the iconic Tallinn TV Tower, where you’ll hear firsthand accounts of media censorship and the dramatic events of Estonia’s fight for independence in 1991.
The tour wraps up with a drive through Lasnamäe, Tallinn’s largest Soviet-era residential district, showcasing the era’s distinctive urban planning. Throughout the experience, museum entrance fees and TV Tower tickets are included, ensuring a seamless and enriching journey.
With a duration of around four hours, this tour is perfect for history enthusiasts eager to explore authentic Soviet sites. Group sizes are small for a personal experience, and tours are available in English. Don’t miss your chance to uncover Tallinn’s Soviet secrets—check availability and book your spot today!
