Living in or staying in Nõmme linnaosa, Tallinn

Scores

Safety and quiet come from researched sources about the whole neighborhood; walkability, transport and nightlife from the address reports here.

About Nõmme linnaosa

A spacious, green suburban district with detached homes, pine forests, quiet streets, and pockets of historic villa architecture. Nõmme center provides local shops and services, while several railway stations connect the area with central Tallinn. The pace is relaxed and residential.

Good for

• families
• couples
• quiet seekers
• nature lovers
• long stays

Less suited to

• nightlife seekers
• first-time visitors
• people with limited mobility

Watch out for

• Check the distance to a railway station or bus stop before booking.
• Some forest paths and residential streets can be dim after dark.
• Late-night transport is less convenient than in central Tallinn.
• Allow extra travel time for central Tallinn attractions.

Sources

• Tallinn Districts: All City Areas and Neighborhoods
• Nõmme

Local picks

Food & drink

• DINER Tallinn

  Burgers · A casual Nõmme restaurant serving American-style burgers with handmade fries.

• Akbana

  Indian · An Indian restaurant offering authentic and modern Indian dishes.

• Sõõrikukohvik

  Local · A much-loved local café serving doughnuts, pastries, soups, and main dishes.

Sights & things to do

• Glehn Park

  Explore a distinctive park with sculptures, a palm house, and an observatory tower.

• Glehn Castle

  See Nõmme’s atmospheric historic castle and its unusual surrounding sculptures.

• Nõmme Market

  Browse fresh produce and local goods in Nõmme’s village-like historic centre.

• Nõmme Museum

  Learn about the history and character of this forested Tallinn district.

• Nõmme Rahu Church

  Visit a peaceful historic church listed among Nõmme’s notable sights.

• Church of the Redeemer in Nõmme

  See a distinctive local church in one of Tallinn’s quietest neighbourhoods.

• Nõmme Adventure Park

  Challenge yourself outdoors among the pine forests of Nõmme.

• Nõmme walking and cycling trails

  Enjoy scenic routes through Nõmme’s peaceful forests and residential streets.

• Nõmme winter ski trails

  Use the district’s forest trails for cross-country skiing in winter.

• Nõmme swimming

  Cool off at one of the swimming opportunities available in the district.

• Tallinn ice skating rinks

  Enjoy seasonal skating at the Nõmme rink on Raudtee street.

• Örrekese home studio

  Visit a cosy ceramics studio and see Ellinor Piipuu’s work in its garden.