Safety tips

Tallinn is generally a safe and welcoming city, but it is still important to remain aware of your surroundings and follow basic safety practices. Whether you are walking around the city, using public transport, enjoying Tallinn’s nightlife or exploring unfamiliar areas, a few simple precautions can help you stay safe and feel confident during your time in Tallinn.

Alcohol and drugs

  • Consumption of any alcohol is illegal under the age of 18
  • It is not allowed to drink alcohol in public places
  • All drugs are illegal!

Public order

  • Respect quiet hours from 23.00 - 07.00. It is not allowed to disturb other by playing loud music or yelling
  • Do not disturb or endanger others. Fighting, pushing, threatening, insulting, or behaving violently in public is prohibited.
  • Keep public places clean. Littering and damaging public property is prohibited.
  • For your own safety, choose well lit streets and routes, hide your valuables and do not leave your property unattended.

Street safety and public transport

  • Wear a reflector
  • Cross the street at places designated for it
  • Avoid talking on the phone when moving in the streets - you lose your focus
  • Avoid being alone at nighttime, especially if you have consumed alcohol
  • Make sure your valuables are safe, use inside pockets
  • In empty bus, sit closer to the driver

Money and internet safety

  • Never reveal your PIN codes or give your bank cards to strangers

  • Be cautious of unexpected calls, messages or emails claiming to be from a bank, police, governments agency or deliery company

  • Do not allow anyone to access your computer remotely

  • Do not click on links in suspicious messages

The emergency number in Estonia is 112