Tour Behind the Closed Doors of Linnahall (in Estonian)

This unique tour programme created by the Estonian Centre of Architecture gives architecture enthusiasts the opportunity to peek behind the doors of Tallinn Linnahall, which are otherwise closed to the public. The Estonian Centre of Architecture has organised tours of Tallinn Linnahall since 2020, led by guides who know this building and its story better than anyone else.

Linnahall is part of a building complex constructed to host the sailing regatta of the XXII Moscow Olympic Games held in Tallinn in 1980. The building was designed by Raine Karp together with Riina Altmäe and Ülo Sirp in 1976. It is one of the most remarkable examples of Soviet-era architecture in Tallinn, Estonia.

Linnahall also attracted considerable attention in 2020 as one of the most exciting filming locations for Christopher Nolan’s film TENET in Tallinn. In Nolan’s film, the building portrayed the Kyiv Opera House. The filmmakers were particularly captivated by its monumental aura.

What is the history of Tallinn Linnahall? What does the building used as a filming location for Nolan’s film look like inside? Which stars have performed on the Linnahall stage, and what was their “backstage” like? You will hear this and much more during this unique tour.

The tour lasts 90 minutes in total, and tours are available in Estonian, Russian and English. Tours organised by the Estonian Centre of Architecture are led by Estonia’s best professional guides, united by an interest in architecture and its history.

The Centre of Architecture also arranges private tours for interested groups in various fascinating locations across Estonia, in six languages. If interested, please send an enquiry to info@archtours.ee.

Find the schedule for tours in Estonian here.
Find the schedule for tours in Russian here.
Find the schedule for tours in English here.

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