Vabamu Museum of Occupations and Freedom

A very insightful museum about the lives of everyday Estonians and their struggle for freedom during the Second World War under the Nazi and Soviet occupations...and the eventual oppression from the USSR until their independence in 1991. This experience will throw you into the lives of the people who lived and died through these terrible times of terror and persecution. The stories are sad, but full of hope and positivity to be able to eventually live in a free and independent Estonia. Definitely worth a visit if you love your WW2 and Soviet era history...it's a must! Easy 5 stars!

Very interesting, but also very dark. It's a good place to get to know more of the darker history of Estonia's occupied decades, but also a lot of tales of resilience. Would really recommend a visit, but don't expect it to be an uplifting experience.

Very well make exhibition about the resistance and suffering of the Estonian people over the years until the country became liberated. Makes it easy to understand and is moving.

The stories make history alive. Come here to learn what freedom means, and of the cost of not having it.

A very interesting place, I enjoyed learning about Estonian history that I otherwise wouldn't know.

Beautiful museum telling intense (and horrifying stories) of the hardships of Estonia. This museum is modern, engaging and well laid-out, i highly reccommend a trip as its one of those visits that will stick with you. I left feeling very grateful for my safe modern life in Europe. They do discounted tickets and entry is free with Tallinn Card. Normal price: 10-12€.

It's easy to spend 3 to 5 hours in here And still not quite see everything. Best to plan on taking your time and spend the day here. The digital guides were a little frustrating and buggy at times, but the information you get is worth it if you can be a little bit patient with them. The stories are heavy, but everything has a glint of Hope and inspiration in them despite the sadness and trauma.

We were in Tallinn for the day on a cruise and decided to visit the Vabamu Museum — and I’m so glad we did. It’s a powerful and emotional experience that tells the story of Estonia’s struggles under Soviet and Nazi occupations, and their fight for freedom. The exhibits are well done, with interactive audio guides that walk you through real stories and artifacts. It’s informative, eye-opening, and incredibly moving. A must-visit if you want to truly understand Estonia’s modern history.