Tallinn is a great city for cycling – there are no big hills, new cycling paths are constantly being created and the distances are not too long. Cycling gives you the freedom to explore the city at your own pace. Hop on the saddle and get ready to be greeted by amazing views and cultural experiences!
One of the best areas for experiencing a combination of culture and nature is the Kadriorg Park and its surroundings. You can admire the sea, enjoy a break in urban nature and visit world-class museums.
We have created a sample route for those who want to enjoy a short bike ride in Kadriorg with plenty to see and do. The route is about 5-7 kilometres long, depending on where you start your journey.
Recommendation: Visiting all of the museums on the route is free with a Tallinn Card! Download the Tallinn Card app, buy a city ticket and get personalised recommendations during your visit.
Reidi Road is a spacious pedestrian and cycling path that connects the harbour area with Kadriorg and the beginning of Pirita Road. The road begins near Rotermanni Quarter, more specifically next to Nautica Centre, and passes Terminal D at the harbour. Getting to Reidi Road is quick and easy if you've come to Tallinn by ship from Finland. Just follow the signs pointing to Pirita.
Bike along Reidi Road to the Russalka memorial – the prominent angel monument by the sea commemorates a 19th century shipwreck. Turn right at the monument, cross Narva Road and continue along the beautiful avenue towards Kadriorg Park.
From here it’s easy to get to Kadriorg along Pirita Road. Exit the harbour area onto the pedestrian road on Pirita Promenade and turn right towards the city centre and Kadriorg.
You’ll pass several sights worth visiting on your way to Kadriorg Park:
After passing the Song Festival Grounds and heading towards the city, you will see the Russalka memorial on your right. Turn left at the monument, cross Narva Road and continue along the beautiful avenue towards Kadriorg Park.
Bike along the avenue straight towards the centre of the park. After about 900 metres, you will reach the Kadriorg Art Museum. Entrance to this and all the museums mentioned here is free with a Tallinn Card. Don't forget to visit the beautiful Baroque-style park behind the museum.
Next to the Kadriorg Art Museum, on the opposite side of Weizenbergi Street, is the small Mikkel Museum. The main exhibition is upstairs and the regularly changing temporary exhibitions are downstairs.
From the Mikkel Museum, bike up Weizenbergi Street for about 300 metres until you reach the main building of the Estonian Art Museum – KUMU. The building was designed by Finnish architect Pekka Vapaavuori and it’s the heart of Estonian art.
Do you have young children with you? There is a lovely children’s museum called Miiamilla on Weizenbergi Street. It’s the perfect stop for young cycling enthusiasts. There is also a diverse playground in front of the museum, and in the summer there is a public drinking fountain nearby. NB! Since this is a small museum, you need to book an appointment in advance. You can do this conveniently on the Miiamilla Museum website.
Cycling will inevitably make you hungry and thirsty. There are several bike-friendly stops around Kadriorg. If your journey begins and ends in Pirita Harbour, you'll find great places to eat there too. By the way, using the Tallinn Card will earn you a 10% discount in the Kadriorg Art Museum café.
When you've had your fill of culture, you can return to the city centre or Pirita by the same route you came from. If you’re headed back to Pirita, take a fun selfie at the big "Tallinn" sign by the beach!
Before you leave, take a look at Luigetiik and the surrounding seating areas at the intersection of Weizenberg and Poska Streets.