Paldiski and the submariners' memories!
It's difficult to find a place in Estonia with a richer military past than Paldiski. The famous Pentagon of submariners, the nuclear reactor, the missile base - this is just the tip of the iceberg for a Soviet-era closed military town. All of this is discussed on this tour, and what's even more exciting, we will do it through the memories of the men who served on nuclear submarines! But did you know that even Peter the Great had big plans for Paldiski, that an attempt was made to build a breakwater between the peninsula and the Pakri Islands, and that free apartments have been handed out in the city even in modern times? Paldiski also has a milder side, though. There were times when the town was known as a summer resort, not to mention that famous cultural figures have lived and worked there. Naturally, we will touch on these topics as well!
Public tours
15+ available
Language: Estonian
Tour guide: Mihkel Reile
Clients speak
"A big thank you for today’s Paldiski hike! It was very interesting and enjoyable. We were very pleased!"
Simoona Hion / SK ID Solutions AS
15.08.2025
"I’m one of those who has always dreamed of a truly remarkable birthday. Not the usual sit-around-the-table kind, but one that offers genuinely memorable experiences. Ideally something unexpected and exciting, so that even years later everyone would fondly remember, “Wow, that was amazing!” I soon realized that Matkafy Laternamatkad ticks every box on my wish list. Even though there are 55 different tours on the adventure list, I never hesitated to take my friends to the abandoned Murru prison, exploring the buildings and area where the saying truly fits: “If these walls could talk…” How often in life do you get the chance to walk among apocalyptic walls and experience the real stories hidden inside? When this long-awaited day finally arrived, I couldn’t hide my excitement and thrill. Everything was perfectly planned. Our guide Mihkel Reile received nothing but praise from the guests: “So humorous!”, “So knowledgeable!”, “Easily captures everyone’s attention”, “Where did they find such a charming guy?”, “Wow, how clearly and engagingly he tells stories!” In addition, for this tour that exceeded all expectations, a romantic birthday table was set up in a quiet wooded corner, tailored exactly to my wishes. This was the best birthday of my life! Honestly. A unique and adventurous tour, perfectly suited for any celebration and season."
Liis Lusmägi
15.07.2024
"Thank you for the excursion! Our guests and we really enjoyed it! Guide Tom is simply amazing!"
Gerli Jesaar / Eesti Kinnisvara Hindajate Ühing
24.09.2025
Book as private tour
You can book this tour only for your group if you wish
The price of a private tour designed specifically for your group of 1–30 people is €600 + VAT.
For groups of 31–60 people, the price is €20 + VAT per person.
For groups of 61–240 people, we will prepare a personalized offer.
