Old Town of Riga Walking Tour
Joined 2023
In this tour you will have the chance to discover all the main sights and landmarks of the beautiful and picturesque old town of Riga! Strolling around this area will allow you to explore and learn about the rich and eventful, yet undeniably complex history of Latvia and its capital in just a couple of hours :)
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel or other previously agreed meeting point
House of the Black Heads
The Old Town square and the historical organization of Hanziatic merchants.
St. Peter's Church
Tallest church tower in Riga.
Synagogue Peitav Shul
The only remaining synagogue in Riga.
Convent Yard
Medieval quarter and the historical fortress of the Teutonic order.
Līvu Square
The central square of the old town with panoramic scenery.
Cat House
Iconic art nouveau building with cats on the roof.
The Great Guild
19th-century-restored medieval guilds.
Dome Square
Largest square of the old town. 19th century financial buildings.
Dome Cathedral
Largest medieval cathedral in the Baltics.
Riga Castle
Medieval castle of the Teutonic order.
Three Brothers
Authentic medieval residential buildings.
Swedish Gate
Fragment of the old city walls and gates.
Powder Tower
Fortress of the old fortification walls.
Monument of Freedom
Monument commemorating Independence wars of 1918-1921.
Ending Point
Monument of Freedom
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee, hotel pick-up.
Transportation fee, lunch, dinner, entrance fees, souvenirs, tips.
Tour Important Information
This is primarily a walking tour, which does not include entrance in the museums or religious buildings. A longer tour that includes visiting the indoors of churches and museums can be arranged.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2023
About Tour Guide Rihards O.
Greetings! My name is Rihards and I am a local of Rīga with a great passion about the city and its history. As a young and active participant of the urban life of Rīga I am very eager to share my knowledge and insights about what the city has to offer. Let's walk together!
$120/ per group
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