Kadriorg Park

About

Kadriorg Park is Tallinn’s grandest historic park, spanning over 70 hectares of landscaped beauty. Commissioned by Tsar Peter the Great in 1718 alongside Kadriorg Palace, the park was designed in the Baroque style by Italian architect Nicola Michetti. Its formal gardens feature terraced flowerbeds, tree-lined avenues, and the elegant Swan Pond, while later additions include an English-style landscape park and a tranquil Japanese Garden. Kadriorg Park is also home to several cultural institutions, including the KUMU Art Museum, Kadriorg Art Museum, and Mikkeli Museum, making it a hub of both natural and artistic heritage. Sculptures and monuments honouring Estonian cultural figures are scattered throughout the grounds, adding layers of meaning to the serene setting. Whether for a leisurely stroll, a cultural visit, or seasonal events, Kadriorg Park offers a harmonious blend of imperial history, artistic expression, and urban greenery in the heart of Tallinn.

Tallinn Estonia

Location

Kadriorg Park is located at A. Weizenbergi tn 10, in the Kadriorg district just east of Tallinn’s city center. Spanning around 70 hectares, it is Estonia’s most impressive urban park, established in 1718 by Tsar Peter the Great and renowned for its elegant blend of 18th, 19th, and 20th-century landscape design. The park’s highlights include the picturesque Swan Pond, the formal promenade leading to the Estonian President’s Palace, and the tranquil Japanese Garden. Kadriorg Park is also home to several major cultural attractions: the Kadriorg Art Museum within the baroque Kadriorg Palace, the contemporary Kumu Art Museum, the Mikkeli Museum, and the family-friendly Miiamilla Children’s Museum. The surrounding Kadriorg neighborhood features ornate wooden villas and embassies, reflecting its historic prestige. The park is easily reached by tram from the city center and offers a peaceful retreat with art, history, and beautifully landscaped gardens.