Tallinn Parks and Gardens

(Tallinn, Harjumaa, Estonia)

Home to one of the most extensive collections of plants in the whole of Estonia and just a ten-minute drive from Tallinn city centre, the colourful and extremely fragrant Tallinn Botanical Gardens (Botaanikaaed) contains literally thousands of different plant species and an extensive arboretum area. Even those not interested in plants and flowers will enjoy a trip here, particularly in the summertime.

One of Tallin's most popular and established parks is Kadriorg Park, which is of great local significance and based around its expansive Swan Lake. Also in the city and known for its attractive setting alongside Toompea Hill, the Danish King's Garden is believed to be instrumental in the history of the Estonia national flag, the Dannebrog.

Kadriorg Park

Address: Kadriorg, Tallinn, Estonia, EE
Tel: +372 06 01 4548
Kadriorg Park is simply enormous and covers approximately 250 acres / 100 hectares in total. Many large horse chestnut trees grow here and provide welcome shade on sunny days, while the main attractions are without doubt the magnificent Swan Lake and nearby Kadriorg Palace, which was originally built for Peter the Great, the famous Russian tsar.
Open hours: daily
Admission: free

Botaanikaaed (Tallinn Botanical Gardens)

Address: Kloostrimetsa Tee 52, Tallinn, EE-11913, Estonia, EE
Tel: +372 06 06 2666
Many important plant collections can be found here, including a number of large exotic specimens, orchids and cacti housed within the glasshouses and the enormous Palm House.

Seasonal exhibitions offer an added interest and in the past have included roses, mushrooms, mosses and also ecological and medicinal themes.
Open hours: daily - 11:00 to 16:00
Admission: charge, discounts available

Danish King's Garden (Taani Kuninga)

Address: Dome Hill, Tallinn, Estonia, EE
The Taani Kuninga (Danish King's Garden) is of extreme historical importance in Tallinn and is believed to have been the actual spot where the local Danes first gained their very own national flag. Today, the gardens are known for their romance and character, and mature planting schemes.
Open hours: daily
Admission: free