How To Make Friends in Tallinn
You can’t.
Well, unfortunately you can’t do it, it is impossible.
Joking… We definitely think it’s possible.
This could be you and your friends in Saaremaa having fun, but you still didn’t find many. It’s time to fix this!
Facebook groups
Facebook groups are an excellent way to connect with people with similar interests or backgrounds. They are very active and popular here.
1.2 General and popular groups
One of the most popular Facebook group for Tallinn residents is “Expats in Tallinn“, but each nationality and community has created their own.
This kind of general groups, however, provide a platform for general discussions and much more.
You can easily connect with like-minded individuals by asking questions like "Is there a group for tennis players in Tallinn?" and receive prompt responses. Additionally, if you're looking for restaurant recommendations or have a specific question, use the search bar to look for relevant keywords and find the answer you need.
These groups are a must if you want to make new friends in Tallinn, although you may already be a member of one.
Directly from Expats in Tallinn FB group. You’re not alone! There are plenty of people trying to make new friends.
Some of these groups:
1.3 Nationality Specific Groups
Nationality-based groups are a convenient way to connect with people who share the same culture, education and traditions as you!
If you want to grab a coffee or meet up with someone of the same nationality, there's likely a group for your country as well.
You can search for relevant keywords in the general groups search bar, or search for specific groups (using your native language can help).
Some examples of these groups include:
Comunità Italiana in Estonia (Italians)
South African in Tallinn / Estonia
If there isn't any for your nationality, you can try to post a message on a general group and ask something like “Hello! Is there a group for **nationality** in Tallinn? If not, how many people would be interested in joining it if I make one?“ And then you can make one :)
Tallinn, Old Town
1.4 Sports Related Groups
Regarding sports, there are numerous groups available, such as football and volleyball in Tallinn, where it is very simple to arrange a game, training, or meeting with individuals who have the same interests as you.
Participating in sports is a great way to make new friends while staying active, and you may also inquire at your workplace if there is a sports team where colleagues play together and have fun, which can be a great way to spend time with fellow teammates.
As previously mentioned, finding groups that match your interests is easy; simply type the sport followed by “Tallinn” into the search bar and filter the results by groups to discover the relevant groups.
Some examples are:
Or for example there’s a company named Futpal organising matches to make people connect with each other, have a look here.
A random picture to not have just a lot of text in the post :)
1.5 Similar Interests Dedicated Groups
Groups that cater to specific interests can be a great way to meet people who share your passions. For instance, if you're an entrepreneur looking to network and connect with others in the business world, there are dedicated groups for entrepreneurs and startup events in Tallinn. (A group dedicated to this is Entrepreneurs in Tallinn)
Similarly, if you're an avid reader or writer, you can search for book clubs or author groups in Tallinn.
Furthermore, there are some groups specifically focused on helping people make new friends, so be sure to check them out as well.
Here are some examples:
Expats Parents in Tallinn/Estonia
2. Events & Meet-ups
There are many events happening in Tallinn regularly and every day.
Attending events related to your interests, such as book readings or startup events, can help you meet new people with similar passions.
Here are some example of where to find events in Tallinn:
Daily Meetups (They meet-up every day)
Searching for events can be painful, this is why we’ve created a newsletter for you to receive weekly all the events in Tallinn divided by category.
It’s free, and easy.
3. Saunas
Sauna is a big part of Estonian culture, and it's a great way to socialize with locals. In fact, it happened to me many times to have a pleasant chat with Estonians during a relaxing sauna.
The smaller and more intimate saunas are often the best places to connect with others.
4. Courses/Classes
Taking a course or a class is another excellent way to meet new people. Yoga classes, Estonian language courses, boxing classes, and so on, can be great opportunities to connect with people who share similar interests.
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