Tallinn TV Tower

Tallinn TV Tower is a concrete and steel structure that rises 314 meters above the city, dominating the skyline. At 170 meters high, an observation deck offers sweeping views of the city, the sea, and the surrounding regions.

The tower was built in 1980 to broadcast the Moscow Olympics sailing events and became essential to Estonia's media infrastructure. During the 1991 independence crisis, defenders occupied the tower to prevent Soviet forces from controlling the broadcast signal.

The tower represents the story of Estonian broadcasting and shows through displays how media shaped the nation. Visitors can see how information and technology have been central to the country's identity.

Two elevators carry visitors to the observation deck 170 meters up in less than a minute. Visit on clear days for the best views toward the sea and forests surrounding the city.

Bullet holes from the 1991 conflict remain visible at the base of the structure, marking a pivotal moment in the nation's history. These marks remind visitors of the operators' determination to keep the broadcast signal alive during the crisis.

Location: Tallinn City

Inception: 1980

Official opening: July 11, 1980

Elevators: 2

Height: 314 m

Website: http://teletorn.ee

GPS coordinates: 59.47111,24.88750

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:02