Kadriorg is a leafy residential district east of the centre, built around Kadriorg Park and its baroque palace. With museums, gardens and a slower pace, it suits families and travellers wanting a calmer, greener stay away from the crowds.
Kadriorg at a glance
- Distance to the Old Town
- About 2.1 km as the crow flies, roughly 27 min on foot.
- From the city centre
- About 2.0 km as the crow flies.
- Nearest station
- Kadriorg (tram stop), about 210 m from the centre of the area.
- Source
- Distances computed from OpenStreetMap coordinates (© OpenStreetMap contributors), checked 2026-09-24. Straight-line figures — walking routes are longer.
The area centres on Kadriorg Park, home to Kadriorg Palace and the Kumu art museum, with the Song Festival Grounds and seafront nearby. It's more spread out than the centre, with quiet tree-lined streets and grand villas; days are peaceful and good for walking, while evenings are residential and low-key.
Getting around
Trams connect Kadriorg directly to the city centre and the Old Town in about 10 minutes. Lennart Meri (TLL) is roughly a 10–15 minute taxi ride.
Before you book this area
- Vibe
- Green, refined and residential.
- Green space
- Kadriorg Park offers extensive gardens and walking paths.
- Watch out for
- Fewer restaurants and shops than the centre, so plan for a tram ride out.
Frequently asked
Is Kadriorg a good area to stay in Tallinn?
Kadriorg is a leafy residential district built around Kadriorg Park and its baroque palace, with museums, gardens and a slower pace. It suits families and travellers wanting a calmer, greener stay away from the crowds, but those looking for lots of restaurants, shops or nightlife should look closer to the centre.
How far is Kadriorg from Old Town?
Kadriorg is about 2.1 km from the Old Town in a straight line, or roughly 27 min on foot. Trams also connect it directly to the Old Town in about 10 minutes.
How do you get around Kadriorg and where's the nearest stop?
The nearest stop is Kadriorg (tram stop), about 210 m from the area's centre. Trams connect Kadriorg directly to the city centre in around 10 minutes, and Lennart Meri (TLL) is roughly a 10–15 minute taxi ride.
Is Kadriorg central?
Not really — it's a residential district east of the centre, about 2.0 km from the city centre in a straight line. It's more spread out than the centre, with quiet tree-lined streets and grand villas.
Is Kadriorg quiet at night?
Yes, days are peaceful and good for walking, while evenings are residential and low-key. Expect fewer restaurants and shops than the centre, so plan for a tram ride out.
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Sources
- OpenStreetMap — area location, distances and nearest station (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL), checked 2026-09-24
- ReasonStay methodology — how areas are chosen and facts are verified
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