Things to do in Paldiski

Begin your tour with a light hike along the forested coastline not far from Tallinn. Visit an abandoned naval fortress which is tucked away in the forest, where it is still possible to explore the dark underground tunnels and the massive concrete structures above the ground. From there your tour continues to the Keila Waterfall, located in a peaceful manor park with charming bridges and walking paths. Drive through the mostly Russian-speaking city of Paldiski, getting a feel of its industrial Soviet-era neighborhoods. Following that, visit the local Russian orthodox church to learn about the contrast between Estonian and local Russian cultures. A break for lunch at a local restaurant is then provided, during which you can order Estonian food for lunch. Continue the tour to the Pakri coastal cliffs where you can observe the red lighthouse looking over the vast Baltic Sea. Whilst there, it is optional to buy a ticket to the lighthouse to climb to the top, or walk all the way to the Pakri Waterfall. For the final stop on your tour, drive to the Rummu submerged quarry. Whilst there you can climb up the sandy hills for a view over the entire crystal clear lake and the submerged houses. As you return to Tallinn, you can reflect back on your day filled with nature, alternative off-the-beaten sights, and secret history.

This guided tour in English takes you to the contrasting harbor city of Paldiski where you can hear stories from its colorful history from top-secret military sub-marine training base until today. We will visit the Pakri peninsula and get acquainted with the Pakri cliff – the most spectacular part of the Baltic Klint. Admire the beautiful views over the Baltic sea and coastal cliffs. Then scenic drive to Paldiski. We will walk in the heart of the city, hear stories and take a look at the Russian Orthodox Church. After Paldiski drive on the coastline to Kloogarand. In this stop we will enjoy the sunny nordic beach Kloogaranna, hear stories and walk by the Baltic sea. Then visit to beautiful seaside LaSpa cafe. It is a small break and possible to taste Estonian bakery. Day trip continues in the forest to walk around the most famous Estonian composer Arvo Pärt Center. It is a unique building in Estonia. And finally we will visit the beautiful Keila-Joa waterfall and the surrounding English style manor park at the Keila river banks. It is the hidden gem of Estonia. Day trip ends with a transfer back to Tallinn to the starting point.

You will be met by your guide and minibus at the exit gate from the custom port. Following a 30-minute guided ride on the minibus, you will meet the off-road club members and change into one of their cars. On the way to the meeting with your off-road driver and guide, you will receive a general introduction into Estonian history, as well as highlights of the day’s itinerary. In the off-road car, you will explore the area of Pakri and former Soviet military town of Paldiski. There you will see the remains of the World War II and Soviet time fortifications, and will also ride the “Road of the Soviet Border Guards”. You will soon stop for a short snack by the seaside and a glass of wine, after which the powerful cars will take you to the former tank training site (which is 15 miles away) to show you what your car is truly capable of. Following your roller-coaster-like drive through the sand pits, you will be taken to the port (or the old town).