Things to do in Riga Region, Riga Region: The Best Cultural Tours

Old Riga is like a pearl of Baltics , located near the Daugava river . Architecture is kept from the Medieval times , there are nice squares , beautiful park near Riga City Canal , near Opera Building and Riga , like a pretty lady have lots of stories and lots of secrets. Swedish Gate is connected with a love legend and pancakes , Riga Cathedral have an organ with 6718 pipes and the Dom Square is like a heart of Old Riga and Riga is celebrating a birthday party of Sherlock Holmes, because there is also a Baker Street. You are welcome , dear guests !

Inclusions: You will have a walking tour with a local guide speaking Latvian , Russian , German and English .

Exclusions: Food, drinks , entrances, transport services are not included in the price.

Take a trip from Riga to Vilnius and on the way learn about the history and people of two countries. Our knowledgeable local guides take a small group, maximum of 8 people, for a fun filled 12 hour road trip through Latvia and Lithuania.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch

Join our entertaining trip from Riga to Tallinn through the picturesque towns of Sigulda, Cēsis, Valga, and Viljandi. We’ll bring you to places you would not find on your own and help you discover two countries in one day. Our knowledgeable local guides take a small group, maximum of 8 people, for a fun filled 12 hour road trip from Riga to Tallinn. Learn about the diverse and interesting history of both Latvia and Estonia from your knowledgeable local guide. We’ll take you from small towns and medieval castle ruins to quirky local sights and through the beautiful countryside.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch

Take a day trip from Riga to Rundāle Palace and Hill of Crosses while learning about the history and people of two countries. Our knowledgeable local guides take you for a fun filled 7 hour road trip through Latvia and Lithuania.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch

Use a chance to visit one more country on your list while visiting Riga! We can stop on the border between Latvia and Lithuania so you can take a photo with signs (optional). At the Hill of Crosses, you will have a chance to purchase a cross (at very reasonable prices) from the local people, to leave on the hill or take with you as souvenirs. Please note that you can also bring a cross which you've made yourself if you'd prefer to do so! At the Hill, we will take you on a guided tour so you get to know some stories and legends that will help you appreciate this place better. After the guided tour, you will have free time to explore the place by yourselves without the guide. After the Hill of Crosses we'll be driving to town Siluva where you'll have a free time to visit the chapel which was built on top of the stone (it is still there in the centre of the chapel) where Blessed Virgin Mary appeared back in 1608! After free time in Siluva, we'll be heading back to Riga.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Lunch

Visit one of the most popular sites in Lithuania! Visited by Pope John Paul II, this place has become an important pilgrimage site for Catholics. But please don't be intimidated by the fact that it is a religious site - everyone is welcome to visit this unique site - just as long as you respect the place and crosses that carry different stories with them! You will have a guided tour of the place - hear the story behind it, how it all started! We'll point out some traditional Lithuanian crosses, explain some symbols that can be seen there and give you overall information about the country, culture and its history. After the guided tour you will have free time to explore the place by yourselves - take some beautiful photos and just to take it all in as it really is breathtaking! Going there for the sunrise time will allow you to enjoy the place with no tourists around. Get the place for yourself! And save a lot of time as you will be back in Riga by noon if not earlier!

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation, Couple pastries, a banana, muesli bar, a cup of coffee/tea to go

Exclusions: Lunch

Visit must-see places in Riga that are legacies of the city’s Soviet past. Through some extremely moving, sometimes horrifying stories find out what life was like behind the Iron Curtain. You will leave the "touristy areas" and see typical Soviet time buildings and monuments, and learn more about the fate of the Baltic States and its people during and after WWII. You'll end the tour in so called Stalin's Birthday Cake (aka. Academy of Sciences) where you'll enjoy beautiful views over Riga.

Inclusions: Local and professional guide, Public transportation tickets, All Fees and Taxes

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Our Riga ART NOUVEAU walking tour is NEW and FRESH offer in Riga! With us you will see more, as we will not only pass by Alberta street buildings, but we will also walk with you through Riga boulevards and parks. Explore silent centre of Riga in a more relaxed and pleasant walk. It will involve 2 hour walking, but in a calm and relaxed way.

Inclusions: Professional guide with knowledge on Art Nouveau architecture in Riga

Exclusions: Tips for guide; food & drink, transportation

The ideal option for private tours in the Old Town. Explore Old Riga with a professional local tour guide, who will tell you the real stories and legends about this historic part of Riga. On this tour we will show you the House of Blackheads, St. George church, the little and the big guild, Cat’s house, the powder tower and a lot more. If you have any special requirements to see some objects that are not included in the list you are more than welcome to ask the guide on the day to show and tell you about it.

Inclusions: Professional guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

NEW! Riga Old town introductory tour, runs EVERYDAY at 10.30! It is ALL in ONE TOUR concept, with true local's story on Riga's and Latvia's history, introduction to art nouveau architecture, local food guidance and tips what else to explore in Riga! We will end the tour with FREE tasting of Riga Black Balsam and local dark chocolate. Welcome to join us - it will be both - informative and fun.

Inclusions: Free taste of Riga Black Balsam

Exclusions: Tips for the guide