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A practical, poetic, political and, last but not least, private city tour through the old town of RIga. History and stories, but not a history seminar!
Today Riga is the capital of Latvia, but Riga's history is shaped by Baltic Germans, Russians and Jews. All these different memories and commemorative labels make up the character and charm of Riga.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your guide will be wearing a black hat or holding a red umbrella.
Itinerary
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1
Our guide will meet you at the Laima clock, where your tour begins. First we look at the outside of the house, where Heinz Erhardt's grandfather's music store used to be.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2
You will hear the story about the meaning of the Freedom Monument then and now.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3Latvian National Opera
The role of opera and music in Latvia.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
4
At the Latvian Parliament, Saeima, we will talk about the so-called Singing Revolution in Latvia in the late 80s and early 90s of the 20th century.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
(Pass by)
From Cathedral Square we walk along the pitoresque Jauniela and talk about the role this street played in Soviet film history.
Admission ticket free -
5House Of The Black Heads
On the Town Hall Square, the contradictory history of Latvia in the 20th century opens up to your eyes. The Occupation Museum and the newly built House of the Blackheads bear witness to this.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
6St. Peter's Church
The time of the Reformation in Riga. St. Petri Church as the church of the German community then and now.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
7
At the former Musse Theater, where Richard Wagner worked as bandmaster, you can learn more about Wagner's time in Riga.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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