Audio Guide of Kadriorg Park

Kadriorg Park itself is open 24 hours a day year-round, as it is a public outdoor space, but Kadriorg Palace and its museum have specific opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in summer and until 5:00 p.m. in winter. To get there, you can take tram number 1 or 3 from central Tallinn to the Kadriorg stop, or use buses such as the 34A; the museum’s official website offers more details at kmu.artmuseum.ee.

Access to the park itself is completely free, making it ideal for a relaxing walk. However, if you want to visit the inside of Kadriorg Palace or the art museum, admission costs around 9 euros for adults, with discounts for students and children; check updated rates on the official website here.

It is recommended to allow at least 1 to 2 hours to explore the gardens, the lake, and the park’s main paths. If you include a visit to the palace or museum, the total time may extend to 3 to 4 hours, depending on your pace and whether you decide to have a picnic.

Kadriorg Park was created in 1718 by order of Tsar Peter the Great of Russia as a romantic gift for his wife, Catherine I, and its name means ‘Catherine’s Valley’ in Estonian, in her honor. Today, it is a key heritage site in Tallinn, with Baroque gardens that symbolize Russian influence in Estonia, and it is home to the Kadriorg Art Museum with collections of European and Russian art.

The best time is during spring (May-June) or summer (July-August), when the gardens are in full bloom and the weather is pleasant for outdoor walks. Choose early morning or late afternoon to avoid crowds and enjoy ideal natural light for photos; in winter, snowfall turns it into a magical landscape, but dress warmly.

Yes, much of the park is accessible, with paved paths and wide walkways around the lake and the main gardens that allow wheelchair use. The palace has ramps and elevators for the museum, although some wooded areas may be uneven; for more information about accessibility adaptations, contact the museum at +372 606 6916 or visit its accessibility section.

Near the park, you will find Kadriorg Palace with its art museum, the Tallinn Botanic Garden just a 10-minute walk away, and the coast of the Gulf of Finland with the Russalka Memorial. You can also walk 20 to 30 minutes to Tallinn’s Old Town, passing Peter the Great’s Bridge; it is perfect for a full day of exploring.

Wear comfortable shoes for walking along the paths, and consider having a picnic in the designated areas by the lake for a relaxing experience. Download Tallinn’s official tourism app for interactive maps, and if you are traveling with family, do not miss the ducks and swans on the water; in high season, arrive early to avoid crowds.