Unique Industrial Event Venue in Tallinn
Located in Tallinn’s trendy Noblessner waterfront district, PROTO Invention Factory is a one-of-a-kind event venue combining historic industrial architecture, interactive inventions and immersive virtual reality experiences. Housed in a former submarine factory dating back to 1912, PROTO offers an extraordinary setting for corporate events, conferences, gala dinners, receptions and private celebrations. With its spacious exhibition hall accommodating up to 600 guests, flexible meeting rooms and a variety of interactive experiences, PROTO is an excellent choice for event organisers looking for something truly different in Tallinn.
Meetings and Events
PROTO Invention Factory offers versatile event spaces, from impressive industrial halls to smaller meeting and workshop rooms.
- PROTO Exhibition Hall (1,245 m²) – an extraordinary event space featuring interactive inventions and virtual reality attractions. Ideal for large receptions of up to 600 guests, gala dinners for up to 250 guests, exhibitions and entertainment events. The hall’s historic architecture and distinctive atmosphere provide a memorable backdrop for any occasion.
- Pantera Hall (266 m²) – a stylish industrial event space with high ceilings, large windows and original architectural details. Accommodating up to 220 participants in theatre style or 150 for banquets, the hall is suitable for conferences, seminars, corporate dinners and celebrations. It can also be divided into smaller sections.
- Breakout Rooms – Tigr, Leopard and Jaguar – three smaller rooms accommodating approximately 16–30 participants, ideal for workshops, training sessions, board meetings and breakout sessions.
| Name of Hall | 
Theatre |
Class |
Board |
Reception |
Banquet |
Area (m²) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROTO exhibition hall | – | – | – | 600 | 150 | 645 |
| Pantera hall | 220 | – | – | 200 | 150 | 266 |
| Pantera hall 2/3 | 150 | – | – | 140 | 90 | 187 |
| Pantera hall 1/3 | 75 | – | – | 45 | 40 | 79 |
| Tigr | 30 | 24 | 18 | – | – | 51 |
| Leopard | 16 | 14 | 12 | – | – | 35 |
| Jaguar | 30 | – | – | – | 32 | 60 |
Catering & VR Dining Experience
PROTO’s in-house catering team provides tailored menus for conferences, corporate receptions and gala dinners, with an emphasis on fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
For a truly memorable dining experience, PROTO offers an extraordinary VR Dinner, combining a four-course menu inspired by Estonian cuisine with immersive virtual reality technology. Between courses, guests embark on a fascinating virtual journey through Estonia’s landscapes, forests, mystical bogs and folklore. This unique combination of gastronomy, storytelling and technology transforms a traditional dinner into an unforgettable experience.
Interactive Experiences & Team Building
One of PROTO’s greatest advantages as an event venue is the opportunity to combine business events with interactive entertainment and memorable group activities.
Event organisers can enhance their programmes with:
- Interactive exhibition experiences – discover inventions and explore the world of virtual reality
- Guided tours – learn about the fascinating history of inventions and the former submarine factory
- Adventures in the Invention Lab – an engaging team-building game encouraging creativity and collaboration
- Science Theatre – entertaining performances combining science, experiments and humour
Sustainability and Green Key
PROTO Invention Factory holds the internationally recognised Green Key eco-label, reflecting its commitment to sustainable event management. The venue prioritises energy efficiency, waste reduction, environmentally friendly cleaning products and locally sourced materials. Its in-house catering and event services also help reduce unnecessary transportation and the environmental impact of events. Learn more: Sustainability at the PROTO Invention Factory
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Max capacity: 600
No. of conference rooms: 5
Distance to City center: 30 min walking
Distance to Airport: 20 min by taxi