Attractions & museums
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    Niguliste Museum and viewing platform

    The museum in the Niguliste Church, which was built in the 13th century, is one of the few museums housed in a sacral building. Enjoy ecclesiastical art in its historical context: here you will find medieval tombstones, unique altars and Tallinn's most famous artwork, a fragment of Bernt Notke's painting the Danse Macabre (the 'Dance of Death'). This more than five-hundred-year-old painting mediates the worldview of the Middle Ages but is still relevant today. The silver items from churches, guilds, and the Brotherhood of Blackheads exhibited in the Silver Chamber are especially valuable. A glass lift takes visitors to the church tower and skydeck, which offer a 360° view of the Old Town.

    glass lift takes visitors to the church tower and skydeck, which offer a 360° view of the Old Town.

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    • What a view and a lot of Church /Tallinn history

      tripadvisor rating 5 of 5
      March 16, 2024 By MarkusS3871

      Very interesting church/museum. New lift is incredible and using that makes it possible to see a amazing scenery of Tallinn. Even in foggy weather it was great to see. Danse Macabre was impressive... Read more comments

    • Perfect view !

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      February 23, 2024 By dp2107

      It was highlight of last day in Tallinn. With great weather - view form the tower - was breathtaking! History of the church its self was amazing!

    • Great views onto the oldtown from the tower

      tripadvisor rating 5 of 5
      October 30, 2023 By karlfazerr

      This is a great example of how church can also be interesting and modern museum, yet also serving its purpose in its traditional way. The museum is not overwhelmed with showpieces, so it is easy to... Read more comments