Many of Estonia's older buildings are difficult for people with mobility problems to access, as entrances are often stepped and narrow, and altering these features is a costly undertaking. However, newer constructions and many public buildings are better designed, and the situation is constantly improving. Depending on your ability, and with some research and effort, a visit to this country is quite feasible.

Arrivals
Assistance with an aisle chair will be provided at Tallinn airport and there is a 'disabled toilet' in the building. Arrivals by sea will find Tallinn port also fairly accessible, with lifts, sliding doors, disabled toilets and disabled parking.

Getting around
Although some railway stations have ramps and access, this is not a general rule. Trains do not have disabled toilets and some platforms are so low that wheelchair travellers will need to be lifted on and off.
In Tallinn, several new buses, trams and trolley buses with low floors have recently been introduced, and their routes are marked in yellow on English language timetables (see here - http://soiduplaan.tallinn.ee). The city tour bus service (tel: +372 53 429 968; email: info(at)citytour.ee; web: www.citytour.ee) also has accessible vehicles.
These two Tallinn taxi companies cater for wheelchairs:
Toiran (tel/fax: +372 673 1933; mob: +372 522 7477; email: toiran(at)hot.ee). The dispatchers don't speak good English, so it may be better to write an email.
Tulika Takso (tel +372 612 0040; fax: +372 612 0002; email: info(at)tulika.ee). This

Health
Doctors will know about 'everyday' illnesses, but as with anywhere, you must understand and be able to explain your own particular medical requirements. If possible, take all necessary medication and equipment with you. It is advisable to pack this in your hand luggage during flights in case your main luggage gets lost.

Security
The usual security precautions for travellers apply, but it is also worthwhile remembering that, if you have mobility problems, you are even more vulnerable. Stay aware of who is around you and where your bags are, especially during car transfers and similar. These activities often draw onlookers, and the confusion is ideal for opportunist theft.

Further information
Good starting points for trip research are the Estonian Chamber of Disabled People (tel: +372 661 6629; tel/fax: +372 661 6628; email: epikoda(at)epikoda.ee; web: www.epikoda.ee) and the Estonian Tourist Board (tel: +372 6279 770; fax: +372 6279 777; email: tourism(at)eas.ee; web: www.visitestonia.com).
For Tallinn, an excellent online resource, providing detailed information (including photos) on all aspects of accessibility is http://liikumisvabadus.invainfo.ee. This site is available in English and is being constantly updated.
Tallinn City Board of Disabled People (tel: +372 655 4160; email: tiia(at)tallinnakoda.ee) provides advice for disabled people.
Tallinn Tourist Information Centre (tel: +372 645 7777; fax: +372 645 7778; email: turismiinfo(at)tallinnlv.ee; web: www.tourism.tallinn.ee) can give general information.