Tallinn really is the perfect cruise ship stop. It is small enough to walk around and see everything significant in 5 to 6 hours and have a meal and a drink. This review however about the hop-on, hop-off excursion. The Viator version was provided by city site seeing which was a relief after our woeful experience in Copenhagen with the Red Buses version see Review. In Tallinn the CITY SIGHSEEING trip was very good. The bus picks up just a few dozen yards from the ship. Th staff were polite and helpful when we boarded and gave us the headphones and map without asking. The commentary was very good indeed. It quickly and succinctly gave a history and context to Tallinn from its founding and pointed out and explained sights along the way. The trip is relatively short and we decided to get off at Toompea Castle which is a main landmark. Tallinn although small consists of a UNESCO medieval town. The lower town with old buildings, a market and restaurants and medieval pubs is in the lower town while the upper town although physically close is up a quite steep cobbled series of streets and has fortifications and chruches/cathedrals not to be missed. By getting off at Toompea castle the highest point the rest of the town can be enjoyed without needing to climb any hills! We then hit all the significant landmarks and had some snacks and drinks in the Golden Pig tavern and the Olde Hansa Medieval tavern see separate 5 reviews. We then picked up the bus aye the bottom of the hill easily and were able to get back to the ship with time in hand. Overall good value and a useful tool if your time is tight on a cruise day visit. I would give it 5 stars but felt it could have been about 5 euros cheaper as it is a short journey compared to this company's other excursions in other cities for the same price.
Review by: robert h, February 2018
THIS WAS A GOOD TOUR, BUT COULD HAVE PICKED US UP AND DROPED US OFF CLOSER TO THE SHIP.
Review by: David F, January 2018
The Hop-On bus was good, but most of our time was spent after getting off at the old city. We did not re-board.
Review by: Heather G, October 2017
Great way to see Tallin on a shore excursion at your own pace. Saw some awesome sights.
Review by: Hector V, September 2017
The hop on Hop Off is not recommended in this place. You can see the city by yourself.
Review by: vkdipaolo, September 2017
We were in Tallinn on a Sunday, most businesses were closed. The hop on hop off was perfect we saw the major attractions from the bus and got of at the walled city - it was great - beautiful churches, several gift shops were open and the best lunch ever at a small restaurant.
Review by: GRACE C, September 2017
Compared to the other HOHO this one really didn't meet our expectations. There were only few buses and the waiting time is too long so we were not really able to cover more places.
Review by: fsantaana, September 2017
The bus was waiting by the port and we did the whole route to start. Then we got off the Toompea castle and walked to Alexander Nevsky cathedral. Walked down the cobbled stone road to the Town Square where there are restaurants and stores all around. A bit pricey but when you need a washroom a little snack or refreshment will get you there. I've read about St Catherine's passage and we set out to find it which was just a short walk away. I'm glad we did.
Review by: tute, September 2017
Not much to see in Tallinn outside of Old Town. I'd skip this tour.
Review by: Diane D, August 2017
Not much to see and the bus sat too long at the cruise ships waiting for people to board. Have done many Hop-On-Hop-Off tours but this was by far the worst. Spend your time in the Old Town.
Review by: Andy, July 2017
The excursion was very nice. Got to see the old town and the new. Better than anticipated.
Review by: Gordon S, July 2017
Excellent tour, well worth the view of the city from the castle
Review by: Ralph S, July 2017
Unfortunately our cruise itenerary was delayed and we didn't get to stop in Tallin
Review by: Robert R, June 2017
Beautiful spot with lots to see and do!
Review by: casatahoe, June 2017
If you have a short time in Tallinn, I would skip the hop on/hop off. It only goes around the outside of the city and we got off after going 3 quarters of the way around. There was not really much to see, the commentary was minimal, and we ended up sitting at a lot of traffic lights waiting for the bus to move. Your time is better spent wandering in the very touristy and souvenir packed inner city.
Review by: Abbie M, June 2017
Amazing preserved city
Review by: D, June 2017
This price was right on this tour. But I would have liked more stops. The three different routes were not easily overlapping. But with only a few hours to spend, I was able to see some of the sights in Old Town and drive through outlying areas. There is an automated commentary available to plug in and listen as you travel. Several different languages. I noticed this did not work at every seat, so feel free to change seats to find a device that works.
Review by: Donna, June 2017
This price was right on this tour. But I would have liked more stops. The three different routes were not easily overlapping. But with only a few hours to spend, I was able to see some of the sights in Old Town and drive through outlying areas. There is an automated commentary available to plug in and listen as you travel. Several different languages. I noticed this did not work at every seat, so feel free to change seats to find a device that works.
Review by: Elena P, May 2017
Hop- On, Hop- Off is a great way to see the ports. When touring the old city, try to start at the top and work your way down. Check out the flower market too......
Review by: blubberwon, May 2017
Excellent way to see Tallinn, easy to hop-on and off the bus to catch the sights of your interest, or just stay on the bus to get a quick overview of this ancient town. Many buses so you do not have to wait too long for the next bus.
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