Estonian Health Museum

An absolutely great museum, with many interactive exhibits and a huge amount of educational and useful information on all aspects of human health and life. Topics include human evolution, the functioning of organ systems, health issues, and the history of consumer items and hygiene products throughout the development of civil society. I was impressed by the number of artifacts, the detailed information provided, and the comfortable atmosphere for absorbing everything on display. The security staff were also very friendly and helpful.

If you are interested in Medicine or medical history this is the place to go. The were several children visiting the museum at the same time and the fun and awe they experienced was clearly visible.

What an amazing experience! Interactive exhibition with a lot of interesting information and games! Absolutely loved it!

Went Friday afternoon, no wait and mostly empty. Reception was very friendly and forthcoming. The interactive displays are so much fun! Would recommend for all ages, but I imagine children would have the most fun. Lots to see and read and do. Would recommend to set aside about 2 hours to really immerse yourself.

Great way to entertain the teens when it’s a very cold, snowy day! They provided a family ticket for the 5 of us, and we spent about 2 hours there. We could have spent more, but so much to see in Tallinn. Great afternoon and lovely staff.

We stumbled upon the Estonian Health Museum during our day trip to Tallinn, and it ended up being one of the most unexpectedly fascinating and engaging stops of our visit. Tucked away in the heart of Old Town, this museum is located in a beautifully preserved medieval building — but what’s inside is far from old-fashioned. The exhibits cover everything related to the human body and health, from anatomy and bodily functions to mental health, nutrition, medical history, and modern science. What makes this museum stand out is how interactive, creative, and well-presented everything is. There are hands-on displays, digital elements, 3D models, and visual explanations that make even complex topics fun and easy to understand — for both kids and adults. The museum does a fantastic job of blending serious science with quirky, memorable displays. Some exhibits are even a bit weird (in a fun way!), like the ones about digestion and what happens to the body after death. Yet it’s never too graphic or overwhelming — just educational, eye-opening, and sometimes surprisingly humorous. We appreciated that almost everything is translated into English, making it easy for international visitors to fully enjoy and understand the displays. The layout is intuitive, and you can easily spend 1.5 to 2 hours here without feeling rushed. Whether you're traveling with family, interested in health and science, or just want a break from churches and architecture, this museum is a refreshing and unique stop that offers something totally different. It’s clear a lot of thought and passion went into designing this place. We’re so glad we gave it a chance — and we’d absolutely recommend it to anyone visiting Tallinn!

Visited the museum yesterday. Liked that it has many interactive things, it made me feel really involved. I like how you interact with the museum topics in various ways: eg via screen, by trying something on, by touching, smelling, checking your own abilities. I also liked the child- and teen-friendliness and supportive way of communicating about health, sexuality, and medicine, which was also really visual and easy to grasp thanks to this. I would advise a visit to this museum for people for who it might be hard to accept something about their body or mind. I think this museum normalizes the variability of humans and human experiences and also the fact that sometimes we may become sick, chronically or only for a while. The topic of death and grieving is also part of the museum and the supportive manner of telling about this might help those experiencing such events.

A superb, engaging destination in Tallinn’s Old Town, the Estonian Health Museum delivers a comprehensive look at human biology and medical history. With interactive science, real‑life specimens, and curated thematic rooms, it inspires curiosity and real understanding of the human condition. Whether you’re with family or exploring solo, it’s an unforgettable way to learn how our bodies work—and why taking care of our health matters.Highly recommended for anyone interested in science, medicine, or immersive museum experiences.