Year-round
Dates
4h
Duration
2+
Min group size

Jägala Waterfall and Historic Harju County Tour

  • Enjoy the spectacular Jägala Waterfall
  • Discover the area choc-full of history
  • Visit the hydroelectric plant on the Jägala river
  • Explore the oldest medieval chapel in Estonia
  • Admire the mystical Bronze Age coffins in the Rebala museum
  • Appreciate local food at a seaside restaurant with breathtaking views (lunch not included in the price)

Visiting the spectacular Jägala Waterfall every season is a unique natural experience. It is one of the seven wonderful waterfalls near Tallinn. This tour also covers the surrounding area, which contains history, legends, and natural attractions. It includes the Saha Chapel, the oldest medieval chapel in Estonia, and Rebala, the site of the country’s oldest agricultural settlement. On the way out of Tallinn, we pass through the Lasnamäe district, the city’s largest Soviet-era residential area. The tour also introduces the use of one of Estonia’s most abundant natural resources – limestone – which we’ll see in 3,000-year-old Bronze Age grave markers, the chapel, the waterfall, and even in Soviet-built structures. Lunch is organized in a seaside restaurant, where you can try delicious local food (not included in the price)

PRICE INCLUDES: personal pick-up and return from your hotel, guide service, transport, and the entrance fee to the museum (the museum is closed during the winter).

FOR EXTRA CHARGE: lunch or dinner at a local restaurant

PICK UP PLACE AND TIME: hotel, Tallinn Tourist Information Centre

LANGUAGES: English, Spanish

1

Discover mystical Bronze age coffin graves in Rebala

Tallinn is a part of Harju County. One version of how our capital got its old name Reval is that it was named after ancient county of Rebala, which was populated at least 2000 years before Tallinn itself. Today we find a small museum in Rebala, representing the mystical ancient coffin graves from the Bronze Age and explaining the surprising facts about how the graves were discovered.
2

Visit an ancient Estonian sanctuary and the oldest medieval Christian chapel at Saha

The oldest medieval chapel in Estonia is called Saha and according to legend it was built by foreign seafarers who were caught in storm nearby and promised to build a church if God rescued them. Although Christianity was brought into Estonia “with fire and sword” in the 13th century, and we are sure that the Saha chapel has been in existence at least since this time, it has been proved that the location was used as an ancient Estonian sacrificial site long before the chapel was built. Even today we can see the mystical stones near the chapel that are believed to bring luck for fertility. Who knows, maybe they work even today.
3

Admire the natural beauty of the Jägala waterfall

The Jägala waterfall is the most popular tourist attraction in the area with locals. The waterfall looks different in every season, and it turns to something very special during the winter when it completely freezes. The Jägala waterfall is the biggest natural waterfall in Estonia. The streams of the Jägala River are used to produce energy. We drop by the Jägala power station to tell you how trout are affecting its energy production. The power station is located at the same place as an old Viking stronghold, so we also have a chance to see another historical site.
4

Enjoy lunch or dinner in a restaurant with amazing views of the bay

Last but not least we have lunch or dinner at local restaurant with amazing views of the bay. Without doubt, the best dishes in North Estonia are served here!
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Optional tips to enhance your experience:

  • if the waterfall is frozen, walk behind the ice-curtain;
  • taste the amazing menu in the local restaurant;
  • spend more time in nature and order an extra fishing-experience.

Prices for Jägala Waterfall and Historic Harju County

For families with children we usually offer discounted price. Please ask more information.
More than 7 people on request.

Number of participants: Price per person:
2-3 112 euros
4-5 102 euros
6-7 92 euros

Tour Reviews

13. Jan 2025

Our guide Helen was fabulous! She was very informative & told us so much about Estonian history with a few cool legends thrown in. We visited a medieval Chapel and a Bronze Age burial site – but we chose not to get out as it was cold and we could all see from the vehicle. We then went on to the Waterfall, which unfortunately was not frozen but nevertheless it was very interesting to see. Helen interacted with the group of 5 participants really well and was happy to answer any questions & to wait while we took photos. We also made stops at a hydro station and a suspension bridge. She took us to a great spot for lunch (at own cost) and we were able to warm up inside by the fire. Our only negative was we thought the cost of the tour was high as there were no snacks and not even a bottle of water included but that wasn’t down to Helen. We thoroughly enjoyed our half day tour with Helen!

29. Dec 2024

The host was very knowledgeable and shared a lot of interesting information about Estonia. She was very friendly and helpful. The tour was fascinating. It was great to have an insight into life in Estonia. The only improvement I would recommend is the host explaining the itinerary.

17. Apr 2024

Really enjoyed the tour. Nele – our guide was very knowledgeable and provided the history of Estonia and the sites we visited. Would recommend taking the tour.

15. Dec 2023

Andreas was lovely. He was so informative and really took his time with the tour. I would 100% recommend this tour and him as a guide.

23. Nov 2023

Muy bien y el guía muy simpático

12. May 2023

Our tour was fantastic. The guide was wonderful and added in places of
interest during the trip. He went above and beyond. We would highly
recommend doing this tour with your guide. Thank you so much ! It was
the highlight of our trip!

2. May 2023

Paul was our guide, and he was very friendly & talked a t about Estonian History on our way to the must see things. Due early the season,the museum & restaurant was not open but Paul did a great job finding something else & showus more of the country. Happy feelings after the trip.

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