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- German
- Portuguese
- English
- Italian
- French
- Dutch
- Spanish
In the 16th century, the people of Riga put a statue of the Virgin Mary on trial for witchcraft! That’s just one of the stories waiting for you in this UNESCO-listed Old Town.
Walk past 800 years of history across 17+ stops, from the House of the Blackheads to the Swedish Gate with a forbidden love story. Hear about the Tsar who rushed to fight a cathedral fire, the giant who carried a divine child across the river, and the merchant who put cats on his roof to insult his rivals.
This self-guided audio tour is the perfect orientation for those who are first time visitors to Riga.. This isn’t a list of landmarks. It’s the story of how a small Baltic capital survived invasions, occupations, and centuries of chaos – and came out swinging.
Available in 9 languages with offline access – start anytime, pause to enter a site, and go at your own pace. Over 20,000 customers have used our audio tours and a full refund guarantee means you can book with confidence.
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The tour ends at the Riga Nativity of Christ Orthodox Cathedral
Itinerary
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House Of The Black Heads (Pass by)
Start at the old town square and hear about a secret brotherhood, a legendary wine cellar, and a building rebuilt brick by brick.
Admission ticket free -
1Three Brothers, Latvian Museum of Architecture
Pass by three of the oldest medieval buildings in the city. Three medieval houses, three centuries, and one clever trick to dodge taxes through tiny windows.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Riga
Stand where Riga placed its first-ever Christmas tree – and meet the medieval knight who’s been guarding the city’s freedom for centuries.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Freedom Monument
pass by the freedom momument and understand its significance
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Cat House (Pass by)
Hear the quirky story behind the two black cats which made this Art Nouveau building famous
Admission ticket free -
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Discover subtle sidewalk marker honoring the 600-km human chain that united the Baltic nations in their peaceful fight for independence.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Hear the legend of the wooden statue of Riga’s legendary giant
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
St. Peter's Church (Pass by)
Hear the tale of seven roosters, three fires, and a Tsar who personally fought the flames. The spire has a story for every century.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
The birthplace of Riga Black Balsam – the mysterious herbal potion
Admission ticket free -
Riga Cathedral (Pass by)
Home to one of the world’s largest organs and the spot where a holy statue was put on trial
Admission ticket free -
6Freedom Monument
Three stars, one dream: look at the monument that became a flashpoint for protest under Soviet rule and a symbol of independence today.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Nativity of Christ Cathedral (Pass by)
View the golden domes and hear a story of faith that outlasted an empire
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total tour duration includes the time spent at the stop and time required to walk through all the stops.
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Cancellation Policy
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- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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