Architecture & History

Harju County’s architecture & history sights take you on a journey through the centuries. Medieval churches, manor estates, fortifications, and historic towns tell stories from both the coast and the inland areas. Here, a rich heritage intertwines with a modern living environment. Stroll along old tree-lined avenues, seek out remarkable buildings, and pause in places where history can be felt in stone, wood, and the local rhythm of life.

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Keila-Joa’s hydroelectric power plant

Vesiveski tee 5, Keila-Joa alevik, Lääne-Harju vald
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Hundikangrud (ancient burial grounds)

Muuksi küla, Kuusalu vald
Ruins
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Harku Manor

Instituudi tee 15, Harku alevik, Harku vald
Manors
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Vääna manor and manor park

Väänamõisa tee 1/1, Vääna küla, Harku vald
Manors
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Peter the Great’s Naval Fortress on Naissaar

Viimsi metskond 94, Tagaküla / Bakbyn, Viimsi vald
Ruins
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Vihterpalu Manor and Park

Vihterpalu küla, Lääne-Harju vald
Guided tours
Manors
Pet friendly
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Excursion starting from Tallinn: Jägala Waterfall and Historical Jõelähtme

Joa puhkeala, Jägala-Joa küla, Jõelähtme vald
Guided tours
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Guided bus tour “Paldiski, the secret town”

Peetri tn 5, Paldiski linn, Lääne-Harju vald
Guided tours
Lighthouses
Churches
Ruins
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Guided tour of Anija Manor House and the exhibition “The Story of the Manor Era”

Kehra tee 8, Anija küla, Anija vald
Guided tours
Virtual reality (VR)
Manors
Family friendly