30 Most Beautiful Cities in the World: Tallinn to Saint
Explore the architectural treasures of northeastern Europe across 640 km, from Tallinn's medieval Old Town and iconic Viru Gates in Estonia to Saint Petersburg's imperial landmarks including the Hermitage Museum, Church of Spilled Blood, and Mariinsky Theater in Russia.
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- Tallinn, Estonia
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- Tallinn Old Town
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Stops on this route
- Tallinn, Estonia — Medieval Old Town with cobblestone streets, colorful guild halls, and intact city walls overlooking the Baltic Sea.
- Viru Gates — Impressive medieval gates marking entrance to Tallinn's old town
- Saint Petersburg, Russia
- Morinsky Theater & Church of Spilled Blood — Ornate Russian Orthodox cathedral with intricate mosaics commemorating Alexander II, adjacent to the historic Mariinsky Ballet venue.
- Hermitage Museum & State Russian Museum — Twin cultural institutions housing vast collections of European masterworks and Russian art spanning centuries of imperial patronage.
- Tallinn Old Town — Capital of Estonia with medieval architecture
Useful for your trip
- Timing
- Visit Bruges mid-week if possible to avoid overcrowding with tourists, as it is the most popular city to visit in Belgium.
- Transport
- In Vancouver, you can swim in the ocean, rollerblade through scenic parks, and ski in the mountains all in one day due to the city's location between coast mountains and the Pacific Ocean.
- Tip
- In Tallinn, walk through the medieval Viru Gates to feel the history, and explore the walkable parts of the city wall with windows where you can glimpse the charming city below.
- Tip
- In Tallinn, visit the reclaimed factory area where former warehouses now contain trendy restaurants, bars, and shops.
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- In Bruges, wander around to find atmospheric bars and cafes hidden away amongst the alleys, perfect for sampling Belgium's fantastic beers.
- Tip
- In Luang Prabang, enjoy incredible kayak trips, river cruises, and treks surrounded by mountains, rainforests, and waterfalls.
- Food
- In Singapore, explore the many eateries, restaurants, and street food stalls serving local delicacies, as Singaporeans are obsessed with food.
- Tip
- In Sydney, take ferry cruises under the Sydney Harbour Bridge and pass the iconic Sydney Opera House.
- Tip
- In San Miguel de Allende, visit nearby hot springs in addition to dining in great restaurants and perusing galleries.
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- In Saint Petersburg, visit the Mariinsky Theater for world-class ballet and opera performances.
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- In Saint Petersburg, explore the Hermitage Museum spread over six buildings including the beautiful Winter Palace, which has an incredible collection of antiques.
- Tip
- In Chiang Mai, visit the night bazaar which bustles with life, and explore the ancient temples, pagodas, and stupas within the historic city walls.
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