5-Day Estonia Road Trip from Tallinn traveling west to Haapsalu

Photo of aerial cityscape with Medieval Old Town, St. Olaf Baptist Church and Tallinn City.
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Summary

Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
Car rental
5 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 5-day road trip through Estonia.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Estonia. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 3 nights in Tallinn and 1 night in Haapsalu, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Estonia. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Tallinn, Paldiski, Haapsalu, and Pärnu. We'll help you experience the best 5 days in Estonia you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Tallinn, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Estonia, including the stunning Kadriorg Park and Tallinn Town Hall.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We've handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Estonia. From the magnificent Seaplane Harbour to the breathtaking Freedom Square and Viru Gate, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. As you hit the open road and drive through Tallinn, Paldiski, Haapsalu, and Pärnu, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Estonia. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Estonia.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Estonia. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Estonia.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Estonia.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Estonia has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Estonia. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 4 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 4 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Estonia extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Estonia fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Estonia today!

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Included

Hotel, 4 nights
Rental car, 5 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Scenic summer view of the Old Town and sea port harbor in Tallinn, Estonia.Tallinn / 3 nights
Pärnu maakond - region in EstoniaPärnu
Photo of aerial view of Paldiski that is a town and Baltic Sea port situated on the Pakri Peninsula of northwestern Estonia..Paldiski
Haapsalu - town in EstoniaHaapsalu / 1 night

Map

Attractions

Photo of Kadriorg Palace is a Petrine Baroque palace built for Catherine I of Russia by Peter the Great in Tallinn, Estonia.Kadriorg Park
Photo of Maritime Days in harbour of Tallinn Seaplane harbour, Tallinn, Estonia.Seaplane Harbour
Photo of view of Freedom Square at twilight in Tallinn, Estonia.Freedom Square
Photo of Twin towers of Viru Gate in the old town of Tallinn, Estonia.Viru Gate
Photo of Tallinn Zoo, Estonia.Tallinn Zoo
Photo of Tallinn Town Hall Square and old city panoramic scenery view, Estonia.Tallinn Town Hall
Photo of beautiful and unique pergola covered with green vines in Pärnu Rannapark in summer.Pärnu Rannapark
Photo of Alexander Nevsky Cathedral in Tallinn Old Town, Estonia.Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
Town Hall SquareTown Hall Square
Photo of the city view from Kohtuotsa viewing platform in Tallin in Estonia.Kohtuotsa viewing platform
Photo of Keila waterfall located on Keila River in Harju County near Tallinn, Estonia.Keila Waterfall
Photo of the old ruined Haapsalu castle in Estonia. It has a green grassland outside the ruined castle.Haapsalu Castle
Patkuli VaateplatvormPatkuli viewing platform
Photo of aerial view of the Rummu abandoned prison Tallinn Estonia lake beach.Rummu Quarry
Photo of aerial view of Pärnu Coastal Meadow Hiking Trail, Estonia.Pärnu Coastal Meadow Hiking Trail
Valli Park

Travel details

Travel dates
Jan 1 - Jan 5

Include flights?

Yes
No

Flights

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Travelers

Rooms

1 traveler1 room
1 traveler1 room

Flights
Yes
No

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Car
Yes
No

Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

Category
Medium
Transmission
People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
Transmission
People
Large bags

Hotels

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Day 1 – Tallinn - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Tallinn - arrival day

  • Tallinn - Arrival day
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  • Kadriorg Park
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Your road trip adventure in Estonia begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Tallinn. You’ll stay in Tallinn for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Tallinn has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Kadriorg Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,630 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Tallinn, Vegan Restoran V. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,852 customers.

Tallinn also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Tallinn is Hell Hunt. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,122 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Tallinn is Dubliner. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,126 customers.

Locals also enjoy Vana Villem Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,775 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Estonia!

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Day 2 – Tallinn

Day 2

Day 2 – Tallinn

  • Tallinn
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Drive 17 km, 53 min

  • Tallinn Town Hall
  • Kohtuotsa viewing platform
  • Patkuli viewing platform
  • Town Hall Square
  • Tallinn Zoo
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Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Tallinn has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Tallinn by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Tallinn. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Tallinn, like the extraordinary Tallinn Town Hall. This attraction is a rathau and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,262 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Tallinn is the spectacular Kohtuotsa viewing platform. This attraction is an observation deck and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,203 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Patkuli Viewing Platform. This landmark has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,225 visitors.

Town Hall Square is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This square is a popular destination among visitors in Tallinn. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,452 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Tallinn does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Tallinn on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Estonia, be sure to eat at Restaurant Olde Hansa, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Tallinn. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,293 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Scotland Yard Pub is one of the best bars in the city of Tallinn for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,434 customers.

Restaurant Manna La Roosa is another of the most popular bars in the city of Tallinn. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,578 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Tallinn is Pööbel. Pööbel has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,318 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Tallinn!

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Day 3 – Tallinn, Paldiski, and Haapsalu

Day 3

Day 3 – Tallinn, Paldiski, and Haapsalu

  • Paldiski
  • Tallinn
  • Haapsalu
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Drive 126 km, 2 hours 12 min

  • Seaplane Harbour
  • Freedom Square
  • Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
  • Keila Waterfall
  • Rummu Quarry
  • More

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Estonia. Today, you'll wake up in Tallinn and embark on a scenic drive to Haapsalu, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Tallinn before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Tallinn. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Seaplane Harbour. This attraction is a port that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 15,158 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Freedom Square. This attraction, a beloved square, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 13,412 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Tallinn is the stunning Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. This eastern orthodox cathedral and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,569 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Keila Waterfall. This attraction is a waterfall that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 5,568 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Rummu Quarry. This quarry and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,545 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Wiigi Kohvik. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 857 customers.

Locals also recommend Talumehe kõrts, another of the best restaurants in Haapsalu. Talumehe kõrts is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,135 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Teele Ltd. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 513 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Taksi Pubi to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Haapsalu, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 753 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Laterna baar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Laterna baar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 587 customers.

Purtse Gastro is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 174 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Estonia, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 4 – Haapsalu, Pärnu, and Tallinn

Day 4

Day 4 – Haapsalu, Pärnu, and Tallinn

  • Pärnu
  • Haapsalu
  • Tallinn
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Drive 243 km, 3 hours 27 min

  • Haapsalu Castle
  • Valli Park
  • Pärnu Rannapark
  • Pärnu Coastal Meadow Hiking Trail
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Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of Tallinn and the city of Pärnu. You’ll stay in Tallinn for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Tallinn today is Haapsalu Castle. This excellent attraction is a castle that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,798 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Estonia, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Estonia. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Valli Park for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Pärnu. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,544 visitors.

This outstanding park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,146 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Pärnu Coastal Meadow Hiking Trail in the city of Pärnu. This attraction, a stunning educational trail, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,792 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Tallinn.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Tallinn, Restaurant Rataskaevu 16. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,444 customers.

Locals recommend Peppersack as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tallinn. Peppersack is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,212 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tallinn is Dubliner. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,126 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Tallinn, Sigmund Freud Bar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,158 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Bar Sveta. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 976 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Estonia with a toast!

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Day 5 – Tallinn - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 – Tallinn - departure day

  • Tallinn - Departure day
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  • Viru Gate
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Day 5 of your road trip in Estonia is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Tallinn before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Viru Gate is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Tallinn. This city gate and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,029 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Tallinn and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Estonia.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Tallinn at Restaurant Pegasus before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Tallinn. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Estonia!

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