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Sunrise

Golden Light at Danish King's Garden

Beat the morning chill and catch the first warm rays of the sun over Tallinn’s historic Old Town.

Best time: 15 AprAbout 75 min

Timeline

  1. 18:55

    Kohvik Narva

    Grab a warm pastry and coffee to keep your hands busy while you walk.

  2. 19:10

    Danish King's garden

    Walk to Danish King's Garden. Find a quiet spot on the bench or step and wait for the sky to turn.

  3. 19:40

    Danish King's garden

    Watch the golden light hit the old stone walls of the Old Town. The sun sets toward the WNW, illuminating the historic architecture from a unique angle.

  4. 20:25

    Guru

    End your morning with a hearty breakfast or lunch at Guru. The authentic Indian cuisine and spices will warm you up after the morning air.

Local tip

The garden is small and open. Arrive early to secure a good angle. The walk from the cafe is short and straightforward through the city center.

Check before you go

  • Kohvik Narva opens at 10:00 on Saturdays and Sundays, and 08:30 on weekdays. Plan your arrival accordingly.
  • Guru is open from 12:00 daily. If you arrive before noon, you may need to wait or choose a different spot for the final meal.

Worth knowing

  • Kohvik Narva is open at 18:55 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Tallinn (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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