We know Estonia
14.11.2022 | Estonia

Travel magazine Wanderlust: “Tallinn is one of Europe’s most desirable tourist destinations”

Text Timo Huttunen 
Photo Dmitry Sumin / Unsplash

Travel magazine Wanderlust: “Tallinn is one of Europe’s most desirable tourist destinations”

 

One of UK’s most popular travel magazines, Wanderlust, has awarded Tallinn second place in the category of Europe’s most desirable city. The winner was Dubrovnik in Croatia, and Lisbon took third place.

According to Wanderlust, it is an honour that European cities do not get easily. “This award is difficult to win because the competition is very tight. Winning this coveted award is proof of how much Estonia appeals to our discerning readers,” said Christina Wildman Mullett of Wanderlust.

Deputy Mayor Joosep Vimm explained that consistent work has been done to obtain this recognition. “The entire tourism industry and the city work together strategically to bring new visitors here and offer them a memorable experience. The praise of Wanderlust’s readers shows that tourists value Tallinn very much. This is a recognition for all companies in the tourism industry,” said Vimm.

Tourists who visited Tallinn found the old town particularly admirable. Tallinn also won second place in the “most desirable Christmas city” category. The annual Christmas market has been the main attraction for tourists visiting the Estonian capital for many years, but last year’s Christmas market received more recognition than usual.

The magazine describes Tallinn’s old town as a place where visitors can have a real experience. The wooden stalls of the Christmas market and the old town’s cosy medieval milieu have gained great popularity. Other events, concerts and performances have also not gone unnoticed by visitors.

Wanderlust is Britain’s longest-running travel magazine. The printed and digital magazine is published six times a year and encourages travel enthusiasts to travel to lesser-known countries and regions.

This winter, Tallinn Christmas Market will be open from November 25 to January 8.

 

To learn more about this and similar topics
Christmas Christmas Market Dubrovnik Old town Tallinn Old Town Travel Magazine Wanderlust

21.7.2026 | Estonia

Pärnu Stole Mirca’s Heart

Pärnu Stole Mirca’s Heart

Mirca Mäensivu-Puukko has been spending time in Pärnu for the past 25 years, and the city has become her second … Read more

19.7.2026 | Estonia

Six Summer Highlights in Eastern Estonia

Six Summer Highlights in Eastern Estonia

Eastern Estonia offers a surprisingly diverse summer holiday. In a single trip, you can spend the day on the sandy … Read more

9.7.2026 | Estonia

What Estonia Is Talking About

What Estonia Is Talking About

President Alar Karis will not seek a second term Estonia’s incumbent President, Alar Karis, has announced that he will not … Read more

7.7.2026 | Estonia

Tallinn’s Medieval City Centre Is Sinking

Tallinn’s Medieval City Centre Is Sinking

The mythical Atlantis disappeared beneath the sea, but Tallinn’s Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site…into the Gulf of Finland? … Read more

1.7.2026 | Estonia

Rocca al Mare Shopping Centre Tightens Its Parking Rules

Rocca al Mare Shopping Centre Tightens Its Parking Rules

The Rocca al Mare Shopping Centre in Tallinn introduced a new paid parking system today, 1 July, marking a significant … Read more

22.6.2026 | Estonia

Exciting events in Estonia this week

Exciting events in Estonia this week

22 June ZZ Top concert, Tartu The iconic bearded rockers kick off their European tour in Estonia today at the … Read more

19.6.2026 | Estonia

Renovations in Tallinn Tram Lines

Renovations in Tallinn Tram Lines

At the same time, tram frequencies and timetables will be updated. Trams on lines T1 (Kopli–Kadriorg), T2 (Kopli–Balti jaam–Passenger Port … Read more

15.6.2026 | Estonia

Exciting events in Estonia this week

Exciting events in Estonia this week

28 February–23 August Jewels of the Serlachius Art Collection, Tallinn An exhibition featuring the golden age of Finnish art is … Read more