Private walking tour of Riga Old town. LATVIA

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2 days (approximately)
Offered in: English

This tour is a full day (6 hours) walking tour not two days tour.

Discover the gem of the Baltic. Riga is the large capital city of Latvia, accounting for nearly 1/3 of the entire country’s population. Riga is located on the eastern edge of Baltic Sea in the Gulf of Riga.

Latvia has the second highest amount of Art Nouveau architecture after Russia. it is super cheap compared to other popular European countries. Riga is considered to be a very budget friendly city where you can see all the major sights on foot.

There are many things to do in Riga, but the best things to do is appreciate the architecture and learn the rich history. Latvia has a long history of occupation. For the past 500 years it has been under occupation of other countries including Sweden and Russia.

Riga has a medieval vibe in its old town. The old town takes you back in time and you feel like strolling through a fairy tale with its cobblestone streets, towers, churches and beautiful houses.

What's Included

Local guide
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting point: House of the Black Heads in Riga old town

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Riga Old town

    1 stop
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    Riga Old Town Walking Tour

    Nicknamed the “City of Inspiration by the Baltic Sea” Riga’s colorful Old Town occupies a well-deserved spot on the UNESCO World Heritage List. With soaring gothic spires and architectural styles from Renaissance to Art Deco to Baroque, the historic center is a spirited blend of classical European history…without the typical hefty European price tag. In fact, Riga is widely considered one of the top value destinations on the continent. Riga is the largest (and liveliest!) of the Baltic capitals and a fantastic city to explore. We will walk around old town where you will learn the history of Riga and Latvia in general

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
    • Day 2

    Riga Old Town

    1 stop
  • 2
    Riga Old Town Walking Tour

    The price covers walking tour of old town Riga. We will visit other buildings but entrance fees not included: 1. St. Peter’s Church We kick off our day with a climb to the spire of St. Peter’s Church for a birds-eye view of the city. St. Peter’s is Riga’s tallest church and the best place for a terrific view over the Old Town. Originally completed at the end of the 15th century, the tower of St. Peter’s has been demolished and rebuilt several times throughout history. The current tower was completed in 1967. 2. The House of Blackheads From the church, we head next door to Rātslaukums Square. The square is home to the town hall building and the Dutch Renaissance façade of the House of Blackheads. 3. Dome Square 4. The Three Brothers 5. Livu Square. Built in the 20th century after World War II, Livu is a relatively new square by comparison. Its lined with lively restaurants and cafés, many featuring live music. It’s a great spot for lunch or dinner. 6. Riga Central Market

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A minimum of 1 person per booking is required
Supplied by Discover Africa

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Overnight Tours
Multi-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Zombie

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