Best Rooftop Bars in Tallinn for Views, Drinks and Sunset

From the 30th floor to the Old Town's eaves, these five rooftops span Tallinn's skyline. Here's how to choose between them.

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   Horisont

   Swissôtel Tallinn, Tornimäe 3, Kesklinn · Fine dining restaurant with bar, Estonian & European · €€€ · 12:00–23:00 (Sun), 12:00–01:00 (Mon–Sat); bar open year-round with Nordic openings

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   Perched on the 30th floor of Swissotel Tallinn, Horisont is Tallinn's literal apex. The bar sits beside the restaurant, both angled toward panoramic views of the Old Town and the sea. The restaurant is appreciated for its outstanding dishes and spectacular cocktails. The view is what brings you here, though—you're paying partly for the angle itself. The restaurant and bar offer breath-taking views all year round, whether glistening city lights during winter or magnificent sunsets on summer evenings. Reserve the bar for a single drink rather than committing to dinner if you're testing it. Most of Tallinn's premier rooftop bars lean towards smart casual, though you don't necessarily need a suit and tie, avoid overly casual wear like flip-flops or sportswear.

   See the listingSource: Tripadvisor
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   ISSEI

   Radisson Collection Hotel Tallinn, Rävala pst 3, Kesklinn · Japanese-Peruvian (Nikkei) restaurant with rooftop bar, 24th floor · €€–€€€ · 12:00–12:00 (Sun), 5:00 PM–12:00 AM (Mon–Wed), 2:00 PM–12:00 A

   The rooftop restaurant and bar is located on the 24th floor of Tallinn's flagship Radisson Hotel with an open-air summer terrace and exceptional views onto the medieval Old Town. ISSEI is the highest rooftop Restaurant & Bar in Tallinn, though just barely shorter than Horisont, and the menu is Nikkei cuisine, Japanese-Peruvian fusion, where the finest ingredients and flavours come together. Come for the bar alone or stay for dinner if the view has sold you. Book a table out on the terrace and do it early—popular place, as it should be. This is where you go if you want the height without quite as much formality as Horisont, or if Japanese-Peruvian food has lodged itself in your mind.

   Source: In Your Pocket
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   Fotografiska Rooftop Bar

   Fotografiska Tallinn (Michelin Green Star), Telliskivi 60a/8, Põhja-Tallinn · Seasonal cocktails, zero-waste philosophy, art exhibitions · €€ · Tue–Thu 18:00–00:00, Fri 18:00–01:00, Sat 12:00–01:00, S

   Perched atop the Fotografiska photography museum in Telliskivi, this rooftop bar offers something most rooftop venues don't: substance behind the view. The 360-degree panoramic views across Tallinn are stunning, but the cocktails hold their own. Seasonal ingredients, playful flavours and sun-drenched DJ evenings come together with sweeping views stretching from Tallinn Old Town to Kalamaja. The rooftop bar menu is curated by Regor Siiner and Artur Pärtel – Fotografiska's true drink magicians, capable of turning even an ordinary dandelion into something unforgettable. On Friday evenings, the 6th floor welcomes Fotografiska Night Shift – with DJs playing on the rooftop, exhibitions open until midnight, and the shifting colours above the city creating a different atmosphere every night. This is the rooftop for people who care about where their drinks come from.

   Source: Fotografiska Tallinn
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   Ärkel

   Viru 13/15, 4th floor, Kesklinn (Old Town) · Japanese cuisine with sushi, cocktails, live DJ · €€ · Hours variable; call +372 58104067 for booking, or +372 56600622 management

   The one and only rooftop cocktail bar in Tallinn's Old Town, offering a magical view of the historic rooftops. The blend includes Japanese cuisine, expertly crafted cocktails, and a tropical ambiance complemented by cosy neon lighting, perfect for both daytime and nighttime enjoyment. Ärkel's rooftop bar is the ultimate chill spot in Tallinn's Old Town. Perched above Viru street, the views of the city are really something. Grab a gorgeous cocktail and soak up the laid-back vibes, or get cosy with friends on the comfy sofas. This is where to go if you're staying in the Old Town and want to stay there, surrounded by medieval Tallinn's actual rooflines. Live DJs and music ensure a lively atmosphere throughout the day and night.

   Source: In Your Pocket
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   Viru Rooftop Terrace

   Original Sokos Hotel Viru, Viru väljak 4, 23rd floor, Kesklinn · Cocktail bar, casual snacks · €€ · 5:00 PM–12:00 AM (Mon–Thu), 5:30 PM–1:00 AM (Fri–Sat), 5:00 PM–12:00 AM (Sun); summer season only

   A panoramic open-air bar located on the 23rd floor of Hotel Viru just a short walk from the city's enchanting medieval Old Town, operating during the summer season and offering breathtaking 360-degree views over Tallinn Bay and the cityscape. Guests enjoy a relaxed, low-key atmosphere while sipping simple yet well-crafted cocktails and watching the sun sink over the Baltic horizon. Great view over Tallinn and good value cocktails, with prices ranging €10–20 per person. Weekly after-work events on Thursday evenings add a social dimension, and the terrace can also be reserved privately for receptions and celebrations. This is the rooftop for those who want a spectacular view without the ceremony, and at the better price point of the lot. Note: The Rooftop Bar is open during the summer season only, so check before heading over in late September.

   Source: RooftopClub