Kalamaja
Tallinn
Visit Kalamaja
Popular places to visit
Lennusadam Seaplane Harbour
See Viking ships, a seaplane and a shipwreck, and snoop around the cramped quarters of a 1930s submarine at this maritime-themed museum.
Patarei sea fortress-prison
See this eerie abandoned old 19th-century fortress and prison, which would have held political prisoners during the decades of Soviet rule.
Telliskivi Creative City
During your visit to Tallinn, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Telliskivi Creative City. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Port Noblessner
Explore the waterfront in Tallinn with a trip to Port Noblessner. Visit the shops in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Balti Jamm Market
During your visit to Tallinn, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Balti Jamm Market. While in this culturally rich area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Contemporary Art Museum of Estonia
You can browse the exhibits at Contemporary Art Museum of Estonia, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Tallinn. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Things to do
Tales of Old Tallinn 2-hour Walking Tour
Tallinn 3-Hour Estonian Food Tour
Soviet Walking Tour of Tallinn Explore the City Hidden History
Tallinn: PROTO Invention Factory Entry Ticket
Historic Tallinn: Exclusive Private Tour with a Local Expert
Tallinn Day Tour from Helsinki (Ferry Tickets+ Guiding+ Own Time)
Top hotels in Kalamaja
Fat Margaret's Hostel
Reviewed on 25 Jul, 2025
Hestia Hotel Ilmarine
Reviewed on 7 May, 2024
Citybox Tallinn City Center
Reviewed on 7 Sep, 2025
Radisson Collection Hotel, Tallinn
Reviewed on 2 Sep, 2025
Swissotel Tallinn
Reviewed on 29 Aug, 2025
Nordic Hotel Forum
Reviewed on 8 Sep, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kalamaja
Pelgulinn
You'll enjoy the restaurants and monuments in Pelgulinn. You might want to make time for a stop at Telliskivi Creative City or Bethel Congregation.
Toompea
If you're spending some time in Toompea, Patkuli Viewing Platform and Kohtuotsa viewing platform are top sights worth seeing.
Old Town Tallinn
Old Town Tallinn is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Tallinn Town Hall and Tallinn Christmas Markets while in the area.
City Center
City Center is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Freedom Square and Tallinn Town Hall while in the area.
Rotermann Quarter
Historical sites, shopping and restaurants highlight some of the noteworthy features of Rotermann Quarter. Make a stop by Rottermann Quarter or Fenikss Casino while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Pohja-Tallinn
Pohja-Tallinn is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Telliskivi Creative City and Balti Jamm Market while in the area.
