Attractions & museums

Fat Margaret Museum and Visitor Center

This UNESCO World Heritage Site provides an overview of maritime trade, professions, and navigation from the Middle Ages to the era of sailing, steam, and motor ships. There is a total of 1000 m² of exhibition space.

A journey through the Fat Margaret Museum and Visitor Center is to see Estonia as a maritime nation. Nearly 700 historical objects, a diverse collection of ship models, and nearly 50 digital and hands-on exhibits help tell the story. The star exhibit is the 700-year-old wreck of the Koge ship.

On the visitor center's roof, there is a wonderful observation platform with a café. Head up on the elevator and enjoy an exceptionally beautiful view of Tallinn's Old Town and the view towards the sea!

Free with Tallinn Card!

Share

TripAdvisor® Traveler Reviews

TripAdvisor logo tripadvisor rating 4.1 of 5

based on 400 reviews

  • Excellent not to be missed

    tripadvisor rating 5 of 5
    May 26, 2025 By Benjamin D

    Not a museum to be missed for adults or kids. Interesting exhibits of boats, ice racers, airplanes and a submarine you can explore. Combined with interactive video experiences and decommissioned... Read more comments

  • If you like the sea, it is a must museum

    tripadvisor rating 5 of 5
    April 21, 2025 By scaramous

    Very interesting. A lot of it thinks to do. You must enter to the submarine and visit the 2 boats icebreaker in the open . I liked a lot the lifeguard boat experience. Space for kids is ok. You need... Read more comments

  • An interesting option for Tallinn

    tripadvisor rating 5 of 5
    March 31, 2025 By radustefan2024

    How about a ride in a real submarine? It is the main attraction of this museum, along with other ships that have populated the Baltic Sea. It is also worth noting that the museum is modern, and the... Read more comments