Built in the first decade of the 15th Cent. in Gothic style, it survived the massive bombing by Soviet aircraft in March 1944 that badly damaged the square and destroyed its spire. Fortunately, it was restored together with its famous weather vane, Old Thomas, in 1952, and much of the interior was upgraded. It is a very handsome building, the oldest surviving Town Hall in Northern Europe, and its Gothic provenance is emphasized by the gargoyles that protect its exterior. Regrettably, the interior can only be visited in the summer months. It is said to contain a splendid multiple-arched Citizens’ Hall, and a Parlour Room that is smaller but opulently decorated. Its carpets and tapestries were among the most celebrated in this part of Europe. They have now been moved to the Tallinn City Museum and replaced by copies made in England
I was visiting in service time so was the best time to see how everyone does it. I really enjoyed it and made Tallinn even more special
Beautiful square in the middle of the Old Town. Fantastic restaurants and pubs to sit and enjoy a lovely meal and a pint of the local beer, Saku. This square is lovely by day but even more beautiful by night, with the Town Hall lit superbly. This square is the hub of the Old Town and should not be missed.
I have been privileged enough to travel to some amazing destinations. Tallinn Old Town Square and Town Hall is quaint, charming, and very unpretentious.All roads from the Town Hall lead to gorgeous side streets with cozy restaurants and small stores.Do not miss this!!!
The oldest Town Hall in the Northern part of the world dates back to 1322 when it was called "Consistorium" and first mentioned as "Rathus" (Town Hall) in 1372.Inside you will find the beautiful Citizens Hall and an astonishing Parlour of the Town Hall. Decorative details like dragon-shaped gargoyles and the "Old Thomas" who was the most famous city-guard in old times decorate the facade.
An attractive square to wander around & where concerts etc often take place - the town hall is the central feature.
The town hall building is pretty nice, set in a lovely town square. Although we visited the area on a drizzly day in February, we still had a lovely time there, and everything is cheap in low season.
Every turn in this are leads to something interesting to find and see. Fascinating architecture and Christmas feel to it.
This Museum is also one of the very precious, well maintained buildings where beautiful parlors on the upper floor of the house (Principal floor) follow each other. Council Chamber and Kämmerei are halls where photographing is allowed. Instead the beautiful Entrance Hall with beautiful variegated arches is a place where taking pictures is not allowed.Fantastic details, various collections of artifacts on many exhibition cabinets and on the ground floor in addition to the different periods of clothing.Location so central that you should definitely go in.
Tallinn Town Hall in Raekoja Plats is one of the oldest and most complete medieval town halls in Europe. The building dates to 1404 was the main seat of power governing the Lower Town part of the Old Town. Today concerts and important national events are often celebrated in front of the town hall, complete with large TV screen on the front of the building. At Christmas it looks beautiful with a huge Christmas tree and lights tastefully festooned under its arches. You can only get to look inside in July & August, for €4. There is a famous weather vane at the top of the tower. A character called Vana Toomas - or Old Thomas stands there with flag, sword and huge moustache. You can see him up close in the City Museum / Linnamuuseum.