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Toompea Hill

Lossi Platz, Tallinn, Estonia
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Ranked #2 of 128 attractions in Tallinn
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Neighbourhoods, Historic Sites
Activities: City walk sightseeing
Owner description: An ancient 10th-century Estonian stronghold stood on this 170-foot-high limestone plateau, which was later divided into the Big and Small Fortress... more » Owner description: An ancient 10th-century Estonian stronghold stood on this 170-foot-high limestone plateau, which was later divided into the Big and Small Fortress with its distinctive defense towers erected in the early 13th century. « less
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Hertford, United Kingdom
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22 reviews 22 reviews
16 attraction reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

A bit of a climb but well worth the effort. It is quite busy but you can get away from the crowds easily. It only takes 5 minutes from the old town

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Nantes, France
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36 attraction reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

Toompea is a little hill that hosts several of Tallinn's most famous buldings. Once you reach the top, you'll see the impressive Nevsky Cathedral located right by the pink-colored building of the parliament. Few street away, you'll also see the Cathedral of St Mary the virgin. Most of this area is covered in cobblestones which adds something to the medieval... More

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San Francisco
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

The cathedral is located here, there is a park next to it, views of the lower old town were good. Fun atmosphere to walk around, quaint and interesting.

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London, United Kingdom
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Reviews in 53 cities Reviews in 53 cities
73 helpful votes 73 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

The tale of the Lubeck Law and the Hanseatic League - and the respective, historical differences between Toompea and the Old Town are fascinating... ...and that is not all, the Dome Church is a one-off in our experience, views over the Old Town and coffee high up in the ramparts were all highlights

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Cowlam
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

Walked around this area, it is very beautiful and historic. Quite hilly, but the views are well worth it.

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Abbeville, LA
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

The walk up the hill was rough for flatlanders. We later found another was down the hill that wasn't quite as steep. The church at the top of the hill was beautiful and worth the walk. You can also get there on the Hop on Hop off Bus.

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Singapore, Singapore
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23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

I woke up very early to start my trip and I enjoyed every minute of it. Toompea is very beautiful and scenic and full of surprises. I stop by one of the cafe for a cup of coffee and the weather was just right. If you come to Tallinn, be sure to come and spend some time at Toompea. I... More

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Ipswich, United Kingdom
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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

The walk up to this hill along cobbled pavements was interesting, seeing a variety of old buildings and palaces, along with artists painting the scenes. Arrive ealy in the morning before the hoards of tour groups arrive, so that you can almost have the area to yourself.

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Dunfermline
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24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

Super views of the Old Town and out over the sea. A new vista at every corner, if you do nothing else, do this!

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Pornainen
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

The very modern glass towers spoil the charming view and skyline. I would much prefer the post-Soviet era buildings to be lower and more fitting to the landscape.

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