Best of Riga Walking Tour - Highlights and Hidden Gems
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Things To Know
- Hotel/port pickup (for private tours / from hotels or port within the walking distance of Old Town)
- Small-group tour (maximum 10 participants)
- Local and professional guide
- Food and drinks in Riga Central Market (2-5 EUR)
- Gratuities
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Suitable as a shore excursion in Riga.
- The walking distance for this tour is approximately 8 km, it is 4 hours long and includes walking on cobble-stoned streets. Before you book this experience please make sure that you are capable of doing this tour without causing danger to your health or wellbeing. If you have walking difficulties or a stroller, please inform us about that before the tour. In this case we also sincerely suggest you to book a private tour option that can also be shortened according to your preferences.
- There is a a break in the middle of the tour for refreshments and wc.
- Minimum numbers apply (for public tours). There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the rare event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- We do not allow groups of more than 5 to join our public tours. If your group is 6 or more, please book a private tour option.
- For private tours we offer pick up from a centrally located place within a walking distance (20 min.) of Riga Old Town. Private tour option can be altered according to your preferred walking distance and tour length.
- Although we try to adjust the tour to the weather conditions, please dress appropriately: in winter please wear thermo clothing, winter boots, hat and warm gloves; take an umbrella if it rains; wear comfortable shoes; sunscreen and head cover during the summer. Do not spoil your experience with being cold :)
- In extreme weather (less than -15C, more than +33C, heavy rain or wind) the tour might be shortened or cancelled. In this case full refund will be arranged. Please note that such weather conditions in Riga are extremely rare.
- Not recommended for people with walking difficulties
What's included in the package
Itinerary
Art Nouveau Riga
We will start our tour with the remarkable Art-Nouveau district - a real treasure for those who enjoy beauty of the architecture. Here you can find stunning buildings, great restaurants, beautiful parks and see a real life of Rigans. Our lovely guide will walk you through city center and explain you more about the meaning of symbols hidden behind the beautiful facades, and introduce you with some of the most remarkable Art-Nouveau masterpieces.
Old City Riga (Vecriga)
After a short break we will set for the Old Riga where you will be able to learn more about the fascinating history of the city and see all the most beautiful landmarks including Three Brothers, House of Blackheads, St. Peters' Church and many others. Here you will hear interesting stories about famous Rigans, fate of the beautiful, centuries old buildings, and more about Latvian culture which is one of the oldest living cultures in Europe.
Central Market (Centraltirgus)
We will finish the tour with walk and trying typical local food in Riga Central Market, also UNESCO Heritage site and the largest food market in Europe. Here you will be able to try 4-6 samples of traditional foods, meet some of the local producers and after the tour do some shopping in the most authentic shopping place in Riga.
Where to meet and pickup
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We pick participants for private tours only from hotels or locations within max. 20-minute walking distance of Old Riga. We can also arrange private transfers for additional price if the distance is longer.
Meeting Points
- The meeting point for public tours is outside the club Cetri Balti Krekli at 12 Vecpilsētas iela (street), Rīga. When arrive, please look for a guide with a badge.
End Points
- The public tour ends in Riga Central Market. For private tours you can request different ending location.
Ticket Redemption
Direct access, no redemption is required
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Things to know
- Hotel/port pickup (for private tours / from hotels or port within the walking distance of Old Town)
- Small-group tour (maximum 10 participants)
- Local and professional guide
- Food and drinks in Riga Central Market (2-5 EUR)
- Gratuities
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Suitable as a shore excursion in Riga.
- The walking distance for this tour is approximately 8 km, it is 4 hours long and includes walking on cobble-stoned streets. Before you book this experience please make sure that you are capable of doing this tour without causing danger to your health or wellbeing. If you have walking difficulties or a stroller, please inform us about that before the tour. In this case we also sincerely suggest you to book a private tour option that can also be shortened according to your preferences.
- There is a a break in the middle of the tour for refreshments and wc.
- Minimum numbers apply (for public tours). There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the rare event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- We do not allow groups of more than 5 to join our public tours. If your group is 6 or more, please book a private tour option.
- For private tours we offer pick up from a centrally located place within a walking distance (20 min.) of Riga Old Town. Private tour option can be altered according to your preferred walking distance and tour length.
- Although we try to adjust the tour to the weather conditions, please dress appropriately: in winter please wear thermo clothing, winter boots, hat and warm gloves; take an umbrella if it rains; wear comfortable shoes; sunscreen and head cover during the summer. Do not spoil your experience with being cold :)
- In extreme weather (less than -15C, more than +33C, heavy rain or wind) the tour might be shortened or cancelled. In this case full refund will be arranged. Please note that such weather conditions in Riga are extremely rare.
- Not recommended for people with walking difficulties