Walk along the narrow streets of the Medieval Old Town with our knowledgeable guides. The tour starts from the Town Hall Square- the central square of the city from 13th to 19th century. You will find out why Riga is called the capital of the decorated Christmas tree, where the key of Riga is being kept and much more.
You will have the opportunity to enjoy the architectural pearls from different centuries – from the oldest stone building in Riga dating back to 13th century to our Castle of Light – the National Library which was opened in 2014.
Pay a visit to the biggest churches in the Old Town- St. Peter’s, the Dome Cathedral and St. Jacob’s and find out why their spires are decorated with roosters instead of crosses.
There are many gems hidden in these streets and with the help of our guides you can discover the secrets of Riga. The tour also includes a question +answer session with the guide.
Jurmala is a seaside resort situated just 20 km from Riga. The natural curative features of this place were already well known more than 150 years ago. Nowadays golden beaches, blue sea, fresh air and the unique beauty of pine forests attract tourists from all over the world. You can see wooden country houses of the beginning of the 20th century alongside with modern cottages there.
Our Jurmala Sightseeing is a tour full of contrasts: you’ll see the beautiful beach and walk the crowded pedestrian streets full with bars and cafes, stunning beaches as well as some amazing architecture and beautiful nature.
Trip to Pärnu and Tallinn in Estonia. Pärnu is a historical beautiful resort seaside city with a small harbour in the South-Western part of Estonia. White sandy beaches, shallow waters, rich cultural scene and numerous cafés– there is plenty to see and do. Since 1996, Pärnu has been known as the Estonia’s Summer Capital. Tallinn city has been included in the List of the UNESCO.
Romantic network of crooked, preserved authentically Twenty six defence towers bear witness to the once-mighty system of defence structures. Here also lies the best-preserved medieval town hall in Northern Europe, the oldest apothecary still functioning in the world. Churches and convents, passageways and courtyards, imposing merchant’s dwelling houses, give a sense of the true medieval spirit underlying the Old Town to this day.
The tour of the Old Town starts with a driving tour around the Old Town offering a fascinating view of the medieval city. The walking tour begins in the Upper Town Toompea with a stop in front of Toompea Palace, the seat of the Estonian. Side by side with Toompea lies the medieval Lower Town. Its landmarks include the 14th and 15th century Gothic the Holy Ghost Church, the former St. Nicholas’ Church – St. Olaf’s Church numerous authentic Hanseatic merchant houses.
Guide will be there to answer all your questions as well as suggest best places for lunch (not included in the price) and take to best bargain deals for souvenirs. Total tour duration around 15 hours. Please bring you ID card/passport with you, as we are going to cross the border.
Rundale, one of the most beautiful baroque palaces in Latvia, was built in 1736-1740 as a summer residence for the Duke of Courland, Ernst Johann Biron. The palace was designed by the outstanding Italian architect Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli, the creator of the Winter Palace in Saint Petersburg. Crystal chandeliers, silk wallpaper, rich stucco molding, sculptures, luxurious tiled fireplaces, mirrors, elegant galleries and refined colors and frescos were made by Italian artists Francesco Martini and Carlo Zucci. Now the renovated areas show the former glory of the palace. During the summer the tour includes a visit to the palace’s French regular park.
The representation rooms in the eastern wing of the palace – the Gilt Hall, the White Hall, and the Great Gallery – are open to the public. The central block accommodates the Duke's suite with reception parlours and private rooms, and the eastern block – a fully restored suite of Duchess's rooms. The Rundale Palace Museum works as a centre for research into Latvia's history, through creating collections, arranging exhibitions and producing publications. The exhibition halls display applied art, fine art and historical expositions; the palace hosts the Early Music Festival and recitals of classical music.
The regular French style park with its rose garden, the Green Theatre, ornamental parterres and the fountain, are open for the public. In summers, the park becomes the venue for the Garden Festival. A Baroque palace cannot be imagined without the French garden, an elaborate architectural framework devised of green plantings that should manifest the triumph of art over nature. The park spreads out to the south of the palace, and Bartolomeo Rastrelli designed it together with the palace building. An artificial canal runs around the park, encircling also the palace and the stables. Although Rundale's formal garden is but 10 ha large, Rastrelli has managed to fill it with an intricate maze of allées, cross paths, pergolas and bosquets.
Walk along the narrow streets of the Medieval Old Town with our knowledgeable guides. The tour starts from the Town Hall Square- the central square of the city from 13th to 19th century. You will find out why Riga is called the capital of the decorated Christmas tree, where the key of Riga is being kept and much more.
You will have the opportunity to enjoy the architectural pearls from different centuries – from the oldest stone building in Riga dating back to 13th century to our Castle of Light – the National Library which was opened in 2014.
Pay a visit to the biggest churches in the Old Town- St. Peter’s, the Dome Cathedral and St. Jacob’s and find out why their spires are decorated with roosters instead of crosses.
Riga is also proud of its magnificent heritage of Art Nouveau architecture. It was included in the UNESCO World Heritage list by virtue of the outstanding quality and quantity of Art Nouveau buildings, which is unparalleled anywhere in the world. The most significant expression of Art Nouveau architecture in Riga is marked by a wide variety of individual styles.
The walk will lead you through Old Riga to the Art Nouveau district in the quiet centre of Riga which features the creations of the most controversial Art Nouveau architect Mikhail Eisenstein and where each building is worth seeing.
You will have a walk along the famous Albert Street, where Art Nouveau buildings range from richly decorated to modest, from Decorative Art Nouveau to National Romanticism. The buildings are highly decorative yet deeply functional.
Decorated with various symbols and mythological characters, each building tells us a different story. Scary lion and screaming men masks side by side with contemplative women’s faces, mysterious sphinxes, delicately carved flowers, birds and animals- it is easy to get lost in such an abundance of images. Don’t worry-our guides will help you interpret the symbolic content of the decorations and tell you a lot of myths and legends.
Riga is proud of its magnificent heritage of Art Nouveau architecture. It was included in the UNESCO World Heritage list by virtue of the outstanding quality and quantity of Art Nouveau buildings, which is unparalleled anywhere in the world. The most significant expression of Art Nouveau architecture in Riga is marked by a wide variety of individual styles.
The walk will lead you through Old Riga to the Art Nouveau district in the quiet centre of Riga which features the creations of the most controversial Art Nouveau architect Mikhail Eisenstein and where each building is worth seeing.
You will have a walk along the famous Albert Street, where Art Nouveau buildings range from richly decorated to modest, from Decorative Art Nouveau to National Romanticism. The buildings are highly decorative yet deeply functional.
Decorated with various symbols and mythological characters, each building tells us a different story. Scary lion and screaming men masks side by side with contemplative women’s faces, mysterious sphinxes, delicately carved flowers, birds and animals- it is easy to get lost in such an abundance of images. Don’t worry-our guides will help you interpret the symbolic content of the decorations and tell you a lot of myths and legends.
The 2-hour tour includes the tasting of our magical elixir Riga Black Balsam believed to have the power to cure all diseases.
Latvian beer and snack degustation – 4 beers, 4 snacks and national dish – grey peas in a nice and authentic Latvian style restaurant in Old town.
This tasting is a journey through Latvia and it`s four regions. Latvia is a small country but Latvians are very proud, and there`s a reason! How do you think – who made the first pizza in the world? Latvians in region Kurzeme! Who made the strongest beer? Latvians in region Latgale!
A beautiful cultural walking tour around the Old Town of Riga including visits to The Cathedral of St Stanislaus and St Ladislaus, Gediminas’ Tower and Trakai Castle. The perfect tour to understand the history of such a characteristic place
HIGHLIGHTS:
* Learn and experience the fascinating history of this city
* Go up the Gediminas’ Tower and see the panoramic views
* Explore Trakai Castle and its picturesque surroundings
Start this walking tour around the Old Town, filled with medieval era buildings and narrow cobbled streets. Stroll down Rozena Street, the narrowest street in Riga, where you can spread your arms and touch both sides. Roam carelessly around this charming Town embracing the everyday life of the locals.
Next, we’ll visit The Cathedral of Vilnius, dedicated to saints Stanislaus and Ladislaus found just off of Cathedral Square. This church captures the soul and beauty of Catholicism, with over 40 works of art from the 16th to 19th Century amongst these are breathtaking frescoes and paintings.
Climb the Gediminas Tower, the symbol of the city built on the Tower Hill and boasts impressive views over the whole city and the River Neris Valley. Look out over the landscape from a whole new perspective. Afterwards, we’ll have a quick pause for your lunch break, for you to enjoy lunch as you please.
Enjoy a scenic drive out to Trakai Castle, the capital of medieval Lithuania. Step out into this surreal miniature, wooden town and breathe in the peaceful aura around this stunning location. Explore the Trakai Castle and Museum itself, marvel over artefacts from the 17th and 18th Century whilst touring a 15th Century Castle.
We offer top rated Riga bus sightseeing tour with individual head phoned guiding in 8 languages - Swedish, Finnish, English, German, Russian, French, Italian, and Norwegian. Enjoy this one and a half hour ride around Riga including all the main sights on both sides of the river Daugava.
The tour operates:
October to April: Monday - 12:00 and 14:00 (small 8 pax bus), Tuesday - 12:00 and 14:00 (small 8 pax bus), Wednesday - 12:00 and 14:00 (small 8 pax bus), Thursday - 12:00 and 14:00 (medium 26 pax bus), Friday - 12:00 and 14:00 (medium 26 pax bus), Saturday - 12:00 and 14:00 (medium 26 pax bus), Sunday - 12:00 and 14:00 (small 8 pax bus).
May to September: Monday - 12:00 and 14:00 (medium 26 pax bus), Tuesday - 12:00 and 14:00 (medium 26 pax bus), Wednesday - 12:00 and 14:00 (medium 26 pax bus), Thursday - 12:00 and 14:00 (medium 26 pax bus), Friday - 12:00 and 14:00 (medium 26 pax bus), Saturday - 12:00 and 14:00 (medium 26 pax bus), Sunday - 12:00 and 14:00 (medium 26 pax bus).
During the voyage we guarantee an unforgettable view on the Old city and its’ towers, Riga castle, Riga passenger terminal, TV Tower in Zak¸usala and other pla- ces that cannot be left without notice. River boat ”Vecri¯ga” is able to host up to 150 guests.
If you wish you can catch the sun and the wind, and have a delicious cocktails on the open upper deck of the boat which is decorated in a tropical style or you can relax in our bar which is located in the lower deck of the boat. In this deck you will also find a modern style passenger saloon with panoramic window.