The 13th-century Holy Spirit Church (or Holy Ghost Church) is one of the most attractive churches in Tallinn. A small Gothic building with stepped gables, the church served as the Town Hall chapel before becoming the principal church of Tallinn’s Estonian-speaking population. Its whitewashed exterior and stepped gable are topped by a striking Baroque tower. The ornate clock set into the wall above the entrance, with carvings dating from the late 17th century, is Tallinn’s oldest public clock. The interior of the church is as spectacular as its exterior and features a treasure trove of religious artifacts and architecture. The Holy Spirit Church holds a particularly special place in Estonian history as the first Estonian-language catechisms were formulated here in 1535 following the Reformation.

The exterior clock is probably the most photographed tourist attraction of Tallinn. The medieval Lutheran church interior isn't too spectacular at all, but still worth a look. Abundant use of wood makes it a welcoming place. 1€.

Old 13 century church which is very simple in architecture but has a very overwhelming woodwork interior that is a must see when in the city I had the pleasure of being accompanied during my visit by an organ repetition that sounded wonderful The highlight is the woodwork and paintings, very well crafted, you really feel taken back half a millennium

SOUVENIR TIPP: get the parking clock, modelled after Tallinn's oldest clock located at the church walls outside. My opinion: Of all the churches in town, this is the one I would visit. (Now that Niguliste is closed, anyway) Entry costs 2 Euros (1 for students), and it is absolutely worth it. The ⛪️ was originally catholic, but like most churches here, changed to Lutherean in the 1530s. Since it had a special position in Old Tallinn (located in between the town hall square and the great guild hall), it was regularly frequented by rich, German merchants and nobility, who commissioned the many paintings you can see all over the wooden side panels (according to the church guide). The altarpiece is by Bernd Notke's atelier (=famour German master from Luebeck), and a remnant of its Catholic oast. It is exquisitely beautiful. The stunning glass windows are new, from the 1980s, by a reknowned Estonian lady artist (whose name I was told, but forgot). Only 2 Windows next to the altar seem refurbished after the original. Go see it. It's worth your 💰.

Stunning little church with beautiful interior especially the woodwork. Really well maintained with a €2 entry fee. Photography allowed/no flash.

(Translated by Google) Church against Islam, Alah said so (Original) Церковь против ислама, Алах так сказал☝

(Translated by Google) The Holy Spirit Church was built around 1300 and is one of Tallin's landmarks. The oldest clock in Tallinn from the 17th century can be seen on the outer wall of the Church of the Holy Spirit. (Original) Die Heilig-Geist-Kirche wurde um 1300 errichtet und ist eines der Wahrzeichen Tallins. An der Außenwand der Heilig-Geist-Kirche ist die älteste Uhr Tallinns aus dem 17. Jhd zu sehen.

Originally consecrated in the early 13th Century. After the Reformation, the first Estonian sermons, supplanting the German versions, were held here and Johann Koell's Catechism, written by the pastor of the church and published in 1535, is considered the first book in Estonian. The exterior façade has a beautiful clock which has been keeping time here since the 17th Century. The church has a roll of honour, listing the 112 British RN sailors who lost their lives in the Baltic Sea operations 1918~20 which enabled Estonia and Latvia to declare independence from the Bolshevik USSR. Many are buried in Tallinn. CHURCH OPEN FOR TOURISTS Monday to Saturday: 0900 - 1800 Sunday: between services. Entry fee applies.

Please like if this review is helpful 👍 Interesting medieval church, great stained glass windows with lots of original artwork and old disk staircases allowing access to the upper level.

Beautiful woodwork with paintings. If you sit on the Kehrwieder patio next door you can sometimes hear someone playing the organ here and enjoy a free concert. Tickets were 1.50 Euro.

It is worth the small 1.50 Euro entry fee to see the inside of this church from the early 1300s! There is interesting art from many hundreds of years ago, plus the fee helps the maintenance. I was in Tallinn on a 9-hour stopover on a Norwegian Getaway 9-day Baltic Cruise in August 2019. Rick Steves "Scandinavian & Northern European Cruise Ports" Guidebook was a great help and this church was part of the self-guided "Tallinn Walk" in the book.

Where : Church of the Holy Ghost or Church of the Holy Spirit – Tallinn - Estonia Title: Beautiful piece of art & architecture The small Church of the Holy Spirit, that is located in the old town district of Tallinn, Estonia has a simple but really beautiful medieval architecture and according Wikipedia started to be built sometime during the first half of the 13th century. You will need to pay a small fee to visit inside, we believe we paid around 1euro, but its worth to check the remarkable main altar, a work by Bernt Notke dated from 1483 and other pieces of detailed art in wood that makes the church really special. Grade: Eli = 5, Serge = 4 Recommend: Yes we totally recommend.

Looks interesting on the outside but you need to pay entrance fee if you want to go inside.

There is entrance Fee, 3 Euro a Person, or 1 Euro as Stundent.

The oldest public clock, a must see in Tallinn reminding one the heritage on Hansa Town system medieval times and also Vienna.

This medieval Lutheran church dates back to the twelfth century. Perhaps notably famous for its historically iconic and exquisitely carved clock by Christian Ackermann. Its quaint interior features a stunningly beautiful alter by Bernt Notke installed in 1483 and lavish gallery scenes by various artists depicting significant biblical events. A pleasant welcoming atmosphere for visitors conducive to quiet contemplation or personal prayer.

We didn't find the entrance. Just took photos from outside!! Next building to the oldest cafe in Tallinn.

Don't just take a photo of an astonishing 17th century clock on the outside. Interior of this church is beautiful as well: stained glass windows, paintings along the internal balkony and wooden details are definitely worth your time. Also, there are free (donations) organ music concerts on Monday evenings.

Interesting Lutheran church. Of course, like most protestant churches, is pretty simple and not decorated. Worth a visit if you're in Tallinn

It’s a medival Church, formerly Roman Catholic, now Lutheran.

The music hours (organ music) on Monday are very good

Very beautiful old church. Many paintings inside. Definitely worth the visit.

Is a medieval Lutheran church in the old town district of the city. Built sometime during the first half of the 13th century. The church stands out for its 17th century beautiful clock on the white facade.

(Translated by Google) A wonderful building! (Original) Imeline hoone!

(Translated by Google) A very old church. Interesting decoration stories (Original) Очень старинная церковь. Интересные истории убранства

(Translated by Google) Watches attract attention! (Original) Часы привлекают внимание!

(Translated by Google) I advise everyone to visit. A ticket, something around 1.5 €. Very interesting. (Original) Всем советую посетить. Билет, что-то около 1,5€. Очень интересно.

(Translated by Google) The Church of the Holy Spirit in Tallinn is notable for its unique carved baroque clock from 1684 - it is the oldest public clock in the city, and it still runs! - and a bell, decorated with the following inscription: "I strike for everyone equally correctly - for the maid and the servant, the mistress and the master - and no one will accuse me of this." Church of the Holy Spirit Tallinn The stepped pediment of the Church of the Holy Spirit is decorated with an octagonal tower in the style of the Teutonic Order, the spire of which was destroyed during a severe fire and later carefully restored. Of the interior decoration of the Tallinn Church of the Holy Spirit, the altar created by the master from Lübeck, Berndt Notke, and considered a particularly valuable work of art, stands out in particular. In the center of the altar there is a sculptural group depicting the descent of the Holy Spirit, the famous altar triptych of the 15th century “The Descent of the Holy Spirit” is also installed here. In the 17th century, the Church of the Holy Spirit was decorated with paintings on the side walls of the choirs in the form of 57 paintings on biblical scenes, called the Pauperum Bible (Bible for the illiterate). The Church of the Holy Spirit in Tallinn also houses Estonia's oldest hanging pulpit, once donated to the church by the burgomaster. (Original) Церковь Святого Духа в Таллине примечательна своими уникальными резными барочными часами 1684 года — это самые старые общественные часы в городе, причем они до сих пор ходят! — и колоколом, украшенным следующей надписью: «Бью для всех одинаково верно — для служанки и слуги, госпожи и господина — и в этом меня никто не обвинит». Церковь Святого Духа Таллин Ступенчатый фронтон церкви Святого Духа украшен восьмигранной башней в стиле Тевтонского ордена, шпиль которой был уничтожен во время сильнейшего пожара и позднее тщательно восстановлен. Из внутреннего убранства таллинской церкви Святого Духа особо выделяются алтарь, созданный мастером из Любека Берндтом Нотке и считающийся особо ценным произведением искусства. В центре алтаря установлена скульптурная группа, изображающая сошествие Святого Духа, здесь же установлен знаменитый алтарный триптих XV века «Нисхождение Святого Духа». В XVII веке церковь Святого Духа была украшена росписью боковых стен хоров в виде 57-ми картин на библейские сюжеты, получившей название «Библия пауперум» (Библия для неграмотных). В церкви Святого Духа в Таллине находится также старейшая в Эстонии ренессансная висячая кафедра, некогда пожертвованная церкви бургомистром.

Very old, very well preserved and still active church. They have a very unic altar-piece that survived the protestant reformation.