Planning your trip to Impact Day or thinking of exploring the Baltics?
Welcome to Estonia – a country where medieval streets meet world-leading digital innovation, and where untouched nature lies just minutes from the capital. Whether you’re here for business, inspiration or a weekend escape, Tallinn and Estonia offer a truly unique experience.
For official travel tips and the latest highlights, explore Visit Tallinn and Visit Estonia.
Why Estonia? A Country Built for the Future
Estonia is globally known for being one of the most digitally advanced nations in the world.
It’s the birthplace of Skype, Wise, Bolt, Pipedrive and many other global tech successes. With 99% of public services online and a rapidly growing startup scene, Estonia blends innovation with sustainability in impressive ways.
At the same time, over 50% of the country is covered by forest, and national parks are within an hour’s reach – a balance that makes Estonia a perfect destination for inspiration and wellbeing.
Tallinn: Medieval Magic Meets Modern Tech
Tallinn’s UNESCO-listed Old Town is one of Europe’s best preserved medieval quarters – a fairytale of cobblestones, towers and hidden courtyards. But just a short walk away, you’ll find some of the most innovative and creative districts in Northern Europe.
Must-see highlights:
Old Town (Vanalinn)
A step back in time with gothic architecture, charming cafés, and panoramic viewpoints like Kohtuotsa and Patkuli.
Telliskivi Creative City
The heart of modern Tallinn – street art, local design shops, sustainable cafés and creative studios.
Home to Fotografiska Tallinn, the world-renowned modern photography museum with a strong sustainability philosophy.
Kalamaja & Noblessner
Once a fisherman’s district, now one of the trendiest neighbourhoods:
- seaside promenades
- tech start-up hubs
- zero-waste cafés
- the stunning Proto Invention Factory and interactive technology experiences
- Põhjala Factory – a former rubber factory turned creative campus
Visit Tallinn has an excellent guide to all these neighbourhoods.
A Hub for Green & Tech Innovation
Estonia is a testbed for future technologies – and many of them intersect with sustainability:
- The world’s first nationwide electric vehicle fast-charging network
- E-Residency, enabling borderless entrepreneurship
- Smart City solutions tested in Tallinn’s districts
- Greentech start-ups tackling circular economy, energy, and mobility challenges
- Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech) leading research in digital, energy, and climate innovation
Many visitors are surprised by how seamlessly technology and green thinking connect here.
Nature Within Minutes: Explore Estonia’s Wild Side
One of Estonia’s greatest luxuries is the ability to switch from a tech conference to a bog walk in under an hour. Nature here feels untouched, raw and deeply peaceful.
Top nature experiences near Tallinn:
Lahemaa National Park
Forests, bog landscapes, waterfalls, and coastal fishing villages – perfect for a half-day or full-day trip.
Viru Bog
Perhaps Estonia’s most iconic hiking trail. Wooden paths lead across a misty bog, offering a meditative and otherworldly nature experience.
The Baltic coastline
From Pirita beach to quiet hidden coves further east – ideal for sunrise walks.
Visit Estonia has detailed guides for each destination and activity.
Cultural Highlights & Sustainability Experiences
✔ Kadriorg Park & Palace
Baroque gardens, art museums, and leafy walking paths.
✔ Estonian Open Air Museum
A seaside historical village showing how Estonians lived centuries ago – sustainable living before the word existed.
✔ Tallinn’s Green Restaurants & Circular Cafés
Look for spots focusing on local ingredients, zero-waste concepts, and seasonal menus.
✔ Green mobility
Tallinn is compact and walkable, and cycling routes stretch across the city. Electric scooters, trams, and buses make moving around easy and eco-friendly.
Make Your Visit Meaningful
Sustainability is more than a theme in Estonia – it’s a mindset. Here are a few simple ways to make your stay more impactful:
- support local cafés and small businesses
- use public transport or explore on foot
- try Estonian seasonal food
- visit cultural spots that reinvest in community
- explore nature respectfully and stay on marked trails
Ready to Explore? Start with Visit Tallinn and Visit Estonia
Whether you’re wandering through medieval streets, meeting start-ups in a tech hub, or hiking through a misty bog – Tallinn and Estonia invite you to experience something refreshingly different.
For official travel guides, maps, tips and recommendations:
👉 Visit Tallinn
👉 Visit Estonia
Welcome – or as we say here, Tere tulemast!
