From Carnivals to Epidemics - Medieval Tallinn
Description
Join us on a journey through Tallinn’s Old Town to uncover its highlights — and the strange, fascinating details of medieval life. We’ll explore how people celebrated Shrovetide, how often they held feasts, and what happened to guests who overindulged. You'll hear about crimes — both serious and minor - and learn who had to wear the humiliating “stone of shame. Find out which illnesses were treated with "unicorn horn" and why some young men were known as the “Blackheads". Tallinn’s medieval secrets are waiting to be discovered. Come along, history has never been this entertaining.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The preserved part of city wall and execution's house nearby
One of the oldest street in Old Town...
Young merchants brotherhood. Fines for mischeaf and drunkeness and much more
Medieval High street with plenty of stories to tell
The Heart of the city... The place where all kind of festivities, jousting tournaments, announcements, market &, for sure, punishments took place in medieval times...
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(4)
It was very fascinating. Much has been learned about medieval life, life, mores...The guide is a very knowledgeable and sweet girl. I really enjoyed it. So we recommend to everyone who visits Tallinn.
Благодарю, Варя, мне очень лестно. Всего наилучшего вам всем!
Our guide, Anya, was very sweet. The main issues were that #1- she wasn’t holding an umbrella as indicated she would, thus making it hard to find her. She eventually noticed us wandering! #2- she tried very hard, but her English was average at best. She struggled explaining things, although it was clear she knew her facts.
Hi guys,)) hope you still knew something interesting on our tour. Best wishes
Great Tour Ania gave us a wonderful walking tour through the medieval streets of Old Tallinn. She told us fascinating stories about epidemics, punishments, carnivals, and everyday life in medieval times. It was really interesting to hear these stories right in the places where they actually happened centuries ago. A big thank you to Ania!
Thank you for being so attentive listeners! Guests like you inspire so much. All the best to all of you.
This tour was a great start to our weekend. The guide Ania told us about justice in the Middle Ages and that was really informative. We knew about local cases and saw places connected to them. Also we liked riddles, that was fun. We enjoyed the tour very much. Thank you, Ania!
Dear Roza and guys! Thank you so much for your kind words. Great, that you liked the tour. Best wishes!
