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    Kiek in de Kök Fortifications Museum

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    Kiek in de Kök Fortification Museum forms a complex over 500 m long that includes four medieval towers: the first artillery tower Kiek in de Kök, Maiden Tower, Marstall (Tallitorn) Tower, and the Short Leg Gate Tower. All connected with the wall walk with great views of the Old town. The museum continues with 17th-century underground passages, which also house the Carved Stone Museum. The Kiek in the Kök Tower provides an exciting overview of the defense history of the city. On the 2nd floor of the Maiden Tower, you can see how the towers were converted into apartment houses in the 19th century. You can also step into the artist`s studio. On the 4th floor of the tower and in the Gate Tower you get a taste of the past café culture of Tallinn.

    Free with Tallinn Card!

    During free Museum Sundays (07.07; 04.08; 01.09; 06.10; 03.11; 01.12) only the only the first floor of Kiek in de Kök, Bastion Passages, Maiden Tower, Stable Tower, and Gate Tower are open.

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    TripAdvisor® Traveler Reviews

    TripAdvisor logo tripadvisor rating 4.0 of 5

    based on 1253 reviews

    • Interesting, but one visit is enough

      tripadvisor rating 3 of 5
      December 11, 2024 By Irenenm

      It was interesting, and I don't regret visiting the museum, but I guess once is enough. There were some exhibitions from different time periods in the towers, and walking on the walls provided a... Read more comments

    • Great Adventure

      tripadvisor rating 4 of 5
      December 11, 2024 By Philip L

      Part of the fortifications of the old town, these are well worth a visit. They offer great views and photo opportunities of the old town whilst the passages are very extensive and offer further... Read more comments

    • An Exceptional Insight into the History of Tallinn

      tripadvisor rating 5 of 5
      November 18, 2024 By tomj932

      We visited the Kiek in de Kok museum as we wanted to walk the walls of the old town and learn a little bit about the beautiful city whilst on our 48hr trip. The museum was €12pp which was not a bad... Read more comments