Travel and Accomodation
For useful advice and inspiration on Tallinn’s top attractions, activities, events, and places to eat and drink, check out the city’s official tourism portal, visittallinn.ee, or follow @VisitTallinn on social media.
Travel to Estonia
There is a good air connection between Tallinn and other European countries. In 2023 it earned the prestigious title of Best Airport among those serving 2-5 million passengers per year. Also, it is served by some low-cost airlines. For further information, please visit the airport website.
Tallinn can also be reached by ferry from Helsinki and Stockholm. The Old City Harbour is situated right in the city centre. Further information on the website.
Another option to reach Tallinn is Riga airport, 300 km from Tallinn. The bus travel from Riga to Tallinn takes 4.5 hours (buy tickets here).
Local transport in Tallinn
Tallinn University is located in the centre of Tallinn, next to Kadriorg Park and the Tallinn bay. More information on how to get here and where to park is here.
The easiest and cheapest way to get to the city centre is public transportation. Public transportation in Tallinn is by buses, trams and trolley buses. For prices and more details, click here; the timetable is available here.
Rent a bicycle or an e-scooter
The most sustainable and fun way to get around Tallinn in summer is by bicycle or an e-scooter. Various bicycle routes connect different areas of the city, from panoramic seaside promenades and quiet forest trails to bike lanes on busy streets. See the available routes on the map of Tallinn’s bike lanes.
Bikes: You can rent a bike for different periods and with various additional equipment (see a list of bike rentals). Many operators also organise bicycle tours to different Tallinn neighbourhoods. Extra tip: Tallinn Card, the city’s all-in-one sightseeing pass, includes three hours of free bike rental from City Bike.
E-scooters: You can rent and see the available e-scooters near you through various mobile apps including: Bolt and Tuul.
The scooter rental service is restricted to users aged 18 and older. Before finishing your ride, make sure that you have parked the e-scooter within the provider’s service zone, or you risk a fine.
From the Tallinn Airport
You can take tram number 4, which takes you to Hobujaama station. From here, you can either walk to the University (ca 7 minutes) or change to trams number 1 or 3, with a direction to Kadriorg.
The airport’s bus stop is located in front of the terminal of arrivals. Bus No. 2 travels on the route Mõigu – Passenger Port. In the city centre, the bus stops next to Viru Keskus at A. Laikmaa Street. From the airport to the city, find a schedule named “Moigu–Reisisadam”, where the bus stop “Lennujaam” means the Airport.
There is Airport Shuttle service available at Tallinn Airport.
You can also take a taxi. There are taxis available in front of the Airport building. Since Tallinn Airport is fairly small, you will easily see the taxis waiting in front of the arrivals gate. The cost of a taxi drive to Tallinn University should be approximately 15 EUR.
From the Port of Tallinn
Your road to Tallinn University from the port of Tallinn depends on which terminal you land. If you arrive at Terminal D, you can simply walk to the university. From other terminals, you should take a taxi. You can find taxis in front of the harbour building (and if you can’t find one, please turn to the information desk). The taxi drive to Tallinn University should cost approximately 7 EUR.
Taxi
The cost of a taxi is approximately 0,5 EUR /per kilometre + starting fare ranging from 2-3,5 EUR. Most of the taxis will accept payments by card, but you should ask about it before sitting in. The taxi fares may vary slightly depending on the traffic and company. Please note that most of the taxis accept only cash payments. Therefore, you should change some money in advance or do it at the currency exchange points (there are exchange points at the airport and at the harbour).
Or you can call:
Tulika takso, phone +372 6120 000 (card payments accepted)
Another option is to use the Bolt app – now an international company born in Estonia. Uber and Yandex are also available in Tallinn.
Accommodation
To accommodate conference participants, we have reserved a number of rooms at various hotels, among which every participant should find a suitable option. Please note that every participant should make their own arrangements at their preferred hotel (including the reservation and handling the payment).
Due to a limited availability of rooms in individual hotels, accommodation will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. When making reservations, please remember to include the provided booking reference password FEAR23 to receive the special price offered by the hotels.
Ibis Tallinn Center *** (Juhkentali 28, 10132 Tallinn)
Ibis Tallinn Center is a modern and stylish hotel situated in the centre of Tallinn. The hotel offers a variety of comfortable rooms that are quiet, soundproof and equipped with a personal bathroom, a shower and a hairdryer as well as cable-TV and air-conditioning. The hotel is close to the Tallinn Central Bus Station and is easily accessible via public transportation. Additionally, Tallinn Airport and the Old City Harbour are within the vicinity of the hotel, situated only a 10-minute driving distance away. The hotel hosts a modern restaurant called Charlie’s Corner as well as a bar on the 1st floor of the building. What’s more, Ibis hotel also has wheelchair accessible rooms.
Ibis Tallinn Center is certified with Green Key ecolabel.
Approximate distance from Tallinn University: 1,5 km (15-minute walking distance, 15-20 minutes by public transportation, or around 7-8 minutes by taxi)
Rate:
Standard single room 75 EUR per night (breakfast included)
Standard twin room 83 EUR per night (breakfast included)
- Rates are inclusive of 9% VAT, free coffee and tea at the hotel lobby, and free WiFi. Guests are also welcome to use the hotel’s parking, dry cleaning, meeting room, and webcorner.
- Prices are valid during the time period of 14.06-18.06.2023. If you wish to extend your stay, please contact the hotel.
- For bookings, please send an email to HA9N7-RE@accor.com (phone +372 699 4498) and us the password FEAR23
Nordic Hotel Forum**** (Viru väljak 3, 10111 Tallinn)
Nordic Hotel Forum is a superior four-star business and conference hotel that welcomes you at the heart of Tallinn. The hotel is at a prominent location, situated right next to the renowned Tallinn Old Town – a wonderful UNESCO World Heritage Site that presents a uniquely historic look at the past. The hotel offers a wide variety of different rooms: all spacious and elegantly furnished, with every detail carefully considered. Each room has air-conditioning, an LCD TV, free WiFi, a safe deposit box, a minibar, tea and coffee making facilities as well as an iron and an ironing board, and a hairdryer. Additionally, the hotel has rooms that are suitable for disabled people and people with allergies.
Approximate distance from Tallinn University: 1.1 km (10-minute walking distance, around 5 minutes by public transport, or around 3-4 minutes by taxi)
Rate:
Standard room 140 EUR per night
- Rates are inclusive of 9% VAT, buffet breakfast, access to the Leisure Center (on the top floor of the hotel from 07:00-22:00 which includes a sauna, a steam bath, an indoor pool, and a jacuzzi), 24/7 gym, and free WiFi.
- Prices are valid during the time period of 15.06-17.06.2023. If you wish to extend your stay, please contact the hotel.
- For bookings please send an email to forum@nordichotels.eu (phone +372 6 222 999) and use the password FEAR23.
- NB! Please note that the current discount offer is only valid until 19.05.2023. Make sure you book your room early!
Park Inn by Radisson Central Tallinn **** (Narva mnt 7C, 10117 Tallinn)
Park Inn Central is ideally located in the heart of Tallinn where the Old Town is a mere stone’s throw away. All of the Park Inn Central’s colourful guest rooms have up-to-date décor and offer multi-channel and pay TV, free high-speed WiFi, air-conditioning and blackout curtains to help you relax in-style. Each room has a minibar, a hairdryer, and a direct-dial telephone. What’s more, the hotel facilities also include a conference centre and Cafe Kompass for fine dining. The hotel is wheelchair accessible and has two accessible rooms available upon request.
Approximate distance from Tallinn University: 0,8 km (10 minute walking distance, around 5 minutes by public transport, or around 3-4 minutes by taxi)
Rate:
Superior room 95 EUR per night for single
- Rates are inclusive of 9% VAT, breakfast at the Cafe Kompass, 24h gym, and free WiFi.
- Prices are valid during the time period of 14.06-18.06.2023. If you wish to extend your stay, please contact the hotel.
- For bookings, please send an email to estonia.sales@parkinn.com (phone +372 66 315 67) and use the password FEAR23.
Tallink Spa & Conference Hotel **** (Sadama 11a, 10111 Tallinn)
Tallink Spa & Conference Hotel is a versatile spa hotel located next to the picturesque and fairytale-like Tallinn Old Town. The hotel offers flexible accommodation options for every type of guest, including both elegant and spacious single and double rooms. What makes the Tallink Spa hotel stand out from its competitors is their luxurious and relaxing Aqua Spa water centre that also hosts a beauty and wellness centre designed for your ultimate comfort and relaxation. In addition, the hotel is a home for the Restaurant Nero that takes you on a journey of tastes from all over the world!
Approximate distance from Tallinn University: 1,8 km (15 minute walking distance, 10 minutes by public transport, or around 5-7 minutes by taxi)
Rate:
Standard room 149 EUR per night for single
- Rates are inclusive of 9% VAT, breakfast at the hotel, unlimited access to the hotel’s Aqua Spa, and free WiFi.
- Prices are valid during the time period of 14.06-18.06.2023. If you wish to extend your stay, please contact the hotel.
- For bookings, please send an email to tallinkhotels@tallink.ee (phone +372 630 0808) and use the password FEAR23.