St. Catherine's Passage, Tallinn

Name: St. Catherine's Passage
Address: Vene 12, Tallinn, 10123, Estonia

#87 among attractions in Tallinn

Gothic architecture, Monastery

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St. Catherine's Dominican Monastery, often simply St. Catherine's Monastery or the Dominican Monastery, is a former monastery and one of the oldest buildings in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia. It is located in the heart of Tallinn's Old Town district full of warehouses and merchants' houses. Its remains constitute one of two remaining medieval monastery complexes in Tallinn. ()

Local name: Püha Katariina klooster Coordinates: 59°26'16"N, 24°44'51"E

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Vene 12Kesklinn (Vanalinn)Tallinn 10123 Estonia

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St. Catherine's Passage – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Toompea, City Hall, Museum of Applied Art and Design, City Museum.

~1070 ftW
Landmark hill and government building site
Toompea, Tallinn
6 min walk • Toompea Hill, a limestone plateau that rises above the city of Tallinn, Estonia, is a site steeped in legend and history. Dominating the city's skyline, Toompea is not just a geographical feature but the historic heart of the Estonian capital.
~480 ftSW
City hall, Gothic architecture, Architecture
City Hall, Tallinn
3 min walk • Tallinn's City Hall, an architectural jewel in the heart of Estonia's capital, is the only surviving Gothic town hall in Northern Europe and a testament to Tallinn's rich medieval history. Built in the 13th century and completed in its current form in the early 15th...
~850 ftNW
Museum
Museum of Applied Art and Design, Tallinn
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Tallinn, the Museum of Applied Art and Design stands as a testament to Estonia's rich cultural tapestry. This museum, dedicated to the celebration and preservation of design and craftsmanship, offers an intimate look into the evolution of...
~350 ftN
Museum
City Museum, Tallinn
2 min walk • Tucked away in the heart of Tallinn's picturesque Old Town, the City Museum offers a journey through the rich tapestry of the city's history. Housed within a beautifully restored medieval dwelling, the museum is a treasure trove of artifacts and stories that paint a...
~590 ftSW
Shopping, Christmas market, Market
Jõuluturg, Tallinn
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Tallinn's medieval Old Town, the Jõuluturg, or Christmas Market, is a festive wonder that transforms the historic Town Hall Square into a winter wonderland each year. As the chill of winter settles over Estonia, the market emerges as a beacon...
~330 ftNW
Ancient church with an artful clock
Church of the Holy Spirit, Tallinn
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Tallinn's Old Town, the Church of the Holy Spirit is a remarkable landmark that exudes historical significance and architectural beauty. This medieval church is distinguished by its Gothic structure and is renowned for its intricate interior...
~1070 ftN
Museum, Natural history museum, History museum
Estonian Museum of Natural History, Tallinn
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Tallinn, the Estonian Museum of Natural History stands as a beacon of knowledge and appreciation for the country's diverse flora and fauna. This institution is dedicated to the preservation, study, and exhibition of natural specimens...
~500 ftNW
Gothic architecture, Museum, Vernacular architecture
Great Guild, Tallinn
3 min walk • The Great Guild Hall, nestled in the heart of Tallinn's Old Town, is a historical gem that offers visitors a glimpse into the city's rich medieval past. Established as the central hub for the Great Guild—a powerful association of merchant and craft guilds—this...
~620 ftSW
Museum
Tallinn Museum of Orders of Knighthood, Tallinn
3 min walk • The Tallinn Museum of Orders of Knighthood is a private museum of history and culture in Tallinn, Estonia. The main focus of the museum is the history of orders of knighthood and merit from all over the world.
~460 ftN
Concerts and shows, Theater, Vernacular architecture
House of the Blackheads, Tallinn
3 min walk • House of the Blackheads, or House of the Brotherhood of Black Heads, in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is a former headquarters of the Brotherhood of Blackheads.
~810 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum, Theater
NUKU Theatre, Tallinn
4 min walk • NUKU Theatre is an Estonian theatre located in Tallinn. The institution focuses on puppetry. It is currently the only professional puppet and visual theatre in Estonia. The theatre was founded in 1952 by Ferdinand Veike and has been directed by Joonas Tartu since 2013. The theatre building is also home to a puppetry museum.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St. Catherine's Passage?

Nearby attractions include Raeapteek, Tallinn (2 min walk), Dominican Monastery Museum, Tallinn (2 min walk), St Peter and St Paul's Cathedral, Tallinn (2 min walk), Usuteaduse Instituut, Tallinn (2 min walk).

How to get to St. Catherine's Passage by public transport?

The nearest stations to St. Catherine's Passage:

Bus

Viru • Lines: 108, 129, 14E, 18, 18A, 20, 20A, 21, 21B, 36, 40, 41, 41B, 48, 5, 73 (5 min walk)
Mere puiestee • Lines: 21, 21B, 3, 41, 41B, 73 (6 min walk)

Tram

Viru • Lines: 3, 4 (5 min walk)
Mere puiestee • Lines: 1, 2 (6 min walk)

Trolleybus

Vabaduse väljak • Lines: T1, T3 (9 min walk)
Estonia • Lines: T1, T3 (9 min walk)

Light rail

Tallinn Baltic station • Lines: Elron Aegviidu --> Tallinn, Elron Kloogaranna --> Tallinn, Elron Paldiski --> Tallinn, Elron Riisipere --> Tallinn, Elron Tallinn --> Aegviidu, Elron Tallinn --> Kloogaranna, Elron Tallinn --> Paldiski, Elron Tallinn --> Riisipere (11 min walk)
Lilleküla • Lines: Elron Kloogaranna --> Tallinn, Elron Paldiski --> Tallinn, Elron Riisipere --> Tallinn, Elron Tallinn --> Kloogaranna, Elron Tallinn --> Paldiski, Elron Tallinn --> Riisipere (29 min walk)

Ferry

Tallinn • Lines: Tallink (23 min walk)