Attractions & museums

Estonian Maritime Museum at the Seaplane Harbour

The Seaplane Harbour houses one of Northern Europe's most impressive maritime museums. In the historic seaplane hangars, nearly 200 authentic exhibits are on display, telling the stories of Estonia's maritime navigation, shipping, and sea defense.

Visitors can see Lembit, a real submarine; the century-old icebreaker Suur Tõll; the seaplane Short 184; and the oldest known shipwreck of Estonian origin. Simulators, play areas, and hands-on exhibits make the museum educational and fun. Families can follow the trail of Kipper the Cat, and the youngest visitors can enjoy a maritime-themed play area.

We also offer various educational programs, events, and materials for independent visits to broaden the horizons of both young and old.

At the Reval Café inside the museum, you can dine and relax, and the gift shop offers a wide selection of gifts and maritime-themed souvenirs.

Come to the Seaplane Harbour Museum and discover a sea full of excitement!

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  • Excellent

    tripadvisor rating 5 of 5
    March 20, 2026 By Sean_Hennessy

    Excellent museum. Visited March 26 with my 8yr old daughter and we had a great time. I have an interest in engineering and history and i wanted to visit so i thought i would convince my daughter to... Read more comments

  • Impressive building, interesting museum

    tripadvisor rating 4 of 5
    March 5, 2026 By zuv

    One of the most interesting museums in Tallinn, in my opinion. The building that houses it is amazing. The most important element of the museum is, of course, the Lembit submarine. You can also see... Read more comments

  • Unforgettable

    tripadvisor rating 5 of 5
    January 18, 2026 By SimasSma

    We had an amazing time at Eesti Meremuuseum in Tallinn! We explored interactive exhibits, climbed aboard a real submarine, and wandered from boats and planes on the surface to sunken wrecks below. We... Read more comments