Tallinn TV TowerAbout Tallinn TV Tower
Tallinn TV Tower (Teletorn Tallinn) is a freestanding broadcasting tower on the outskirts of Tallinn in the Pirita area. It was completed in 1980 and serves broadcasting and visitor functions.
The tower’s visitor facilities include an observation deck with wide views over Tallinn and the Gulf of Finland and an exhibition about the tower’s construction and role in 20th-century broadcasting. The tower is used for telecommunications and for occasional public events.
Built for communications related to the 1980 Moscow Olympics, the tower has since been adapted with visitor amenities and safety upgrades. It sits to the east of Tallinn’s city centre and is accessible by road and public transport.
- Height and date: The tower stands 314 metres tall and was completed in 1980 as part of broadcasting and communications infrastructure for the Moscow Olympics to be held that year.
What to See#
- Observation deck: A public observation deck that offers panoramic views of Tallinn and the Gulf of Finland from a raised viewing level.
- Visitor centre and exhibition: An on-site visitor centre and exhibition that explains the tower’s construction and its role during the 1980 Moscow Olympics communications programme.
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Best Time to Visit Tallinn TV Tower
Go in summer for the best daylight and views; spring and autumn offer quieter conditions, while winter is cold but peaceful.
Weather & Climate near Tallinn TV Tower
Tallinn TV Tower's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -8°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (666 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -7° - -2° | -10° | 48 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
| February | Poor | -8° - -2° | -10° | 34 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.0h |
| March | Poor | -4° - 2° | -6° | 35 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Acceptable | 0° - 8° | 1° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 4.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.3h |
| May | Good | 5° - 15° | 8° | 34 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.9 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.8h |
| June | Very Good | 10° - 19° | 15° | 53 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.6 m/s | 1.2 high | 18.2h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 21° | 17° | 74 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.4 m/s | 1.2 high | 17.5h |
| August | Good | 12° - 20° | 16° | 79 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.4 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 15.3h |
| September | Good | 7° - 15° | 11° | 70 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.0 m/s | 0.4 low | 12.6h |
| October | Acceptable | 3° - 9° | 3° | 74 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 10.0h |
| November | Poor | -1° - 3° | -3° | 69 mm | overcast | 91% | 4.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| December | Poor | -4° - 0° | -7° | 59 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.9h |
How to Get to Tallinn TV Tower
Tallinn TV Tower sits in the Pirita/Maarjamäe area east of Tallinn city centre. By car it’s roughly 8-9 km from Tallinn’s Old Town - expect a 15-25 minute drive along the main road to Pirita (Pirita tee) depending on traffic; there is parking at the site. Public buses serve the Pirita/Maarjamäe area from the centre-check Tallinn Transport (TLT) timetables for the current routes; from the nearest bus stop it’s a short walk up to the tower.
Tips for Visiting Tallinn TV Tower
- Aim for a clear day and visit mid- to late-morning for the best long-range views over Tallinn and the Gulf of Finland; visibility drops quickly in fog or low cloud.
- Buy timed-entry tickets online in advance to avoid the ticket queue and to reserve any special experiences (observation deck or guided edge-walks) that have limited capacity.
- Combine the visit with a short trip to nearby Pirita (song festival grounds) - the tower sits outside the historic centre, so allow travel time and use the main public entrance at the base of the tower.