Daily costs per person in EUR. Tallinn is cheaper than Scandinavia but pricier than the rest of the Baltics: excellent value for the quality on offer.
Daily cost breakdown
Currency: EUR (Euro) (1 USD ≈ €0.92)
| Category | Budget | Mid-range | Splurge | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | €15–30 | €60–110 | €180+ | Hostels → boutique hotels → design hotels |
| Food | €10–18 | €25–45 | €65+ | Pancakes & market food → restaurants → tasting menus |
| Transport | €2–6 | €10–20 | €30+ | Walking & trams → taxi/Bolt → Helsinki ferry |
| Activities | €5–15 | €20–40 | €55+ | Free old town & 1 museum → Tallinn Card → private tours |
| Drinks | €4–8 | €10–20 | €30+ | Supermarket beer → craft beer bars → cocktail lounges |
| Daily Total | €36–77 | €125–235 | €360+ | $40–85 → $137–259 → $396+ |
Money-saving tips
Free old town
The old town itself is free to walk. Viewpoints, gates, churches (exteriors), and the medieval streets cost nothing. Many museums are free one day per month.
Kompressor pancakes
Kompressor serves enormous savoury and sweet pancakes for €5–8, a full meal. It's been the budget traveller's go-to since the 1990s and remains unbeatable for value.
Craft beer value
Estonian craft beer costs €4–6 per pint in bars, significantly cheaper than Scandinavia. Pöhjala, Sori, and Lehe are excellent. Supermarket beers cost €1–2.
Tallinn Card
The Tallinn Card (€32/24h, €47/48h, €55/72h) includes free public transport, 50+ attractions, and a walking tour. Worth it if you visit 3+ paid museums.
Helsinki day trip
Book Eckerö Line ferry to Helsinki 2+ weeks ahead for €15–20 return, a fraction of the €30–50 walk-up price. The crossing takes 2 hours.
Public transport
Single tram/bus ticket €2 (from driver) or €1.50 (with Ühiskaart travel card). Day pass €5.50. The old town, Telliskivi, and Kalamaja are all walkable from each other.
