Kalamaja
Tallinn
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Popular places to visit
Telliskivi Creative City
During your visit to Tallinn, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Telliskivi Creative City. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
Estonian Maritime Museum
Discover ocean-themed displays at this interactive museum, where exhibits are spread across a 16th-century cannon tower and a vast converted seaplane hangar.
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 family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
From Tallinn: Day Trip to Lahemaa National Park
From Tallinn: Jägala Waterfall and Harju County Tour
Day trip from Helsinki to Tallinn. Ferry included
Tallinn: Museums, Public Transport, and More City Card
Soviet Walking Tour of Tallinn: Explore the City's Hidden History
Top hotels in Kalamaja
Fat Margaret's Hostel
Nunne Boutique Hotel
Excellent
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Citybox Tallinn City Center
Affordable and clean room
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Nordic Hotel Forum
A lovey hotel within walking distance to the Old Town and the more modern bar / restaurant district in the old warehouses. The gym and spa were great, but bathrobes should be a standard in all rooms to ease some of the congestion in changing rooms. The pool was nice but was often quite busy and could’ve ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Bern Boutique Hotel
The breakfast was good, although the coffee is not the greatest - but hey, it s still a good coffee! The beds are insanely comfy to sleep on. The only issue is you cannot open the window in the room, which is not ideal. Except for that - it s fully central location, close to everything.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Meriton Old Town Garden Hotel
Great hotel, great staff, really great location.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
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, Kohtuotsa viewing platform and Patkuli 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.
