Riga tours, things to do and tickets

Riga Old town walking tour runs every day at 10.30! It is ALL in ONE TOUR concept, with true local stories on Riga's and Latvia's history, introduction to art nouveau architecture, local food guidance, and tips on what else to explore in Riga! Welcome to join us - it will be both - informative and fun.

Our Daily Bike Tours at 15:00 explore the historic suburbs of Riga, covering the most interesting sections of Riga.

The bike tour rides along the river before entering the Moscow district. The area which became the Jewish ghetto during WWII is one of the most interesting areas in Riga. We then explore the trendy Central district to find some nice bars and cafes and street art.

These tours ride off the tourist route, showing a different, more realistic side of Riga, from the comfortable saddle of a city bike.

Latvian food tour by Rigatrips is a tour of local gastronomy in the largest open-air market in Europe, that will give you an understanding of the local Latvian food traditions and provide a wide selection of traditional local food samples - meat, bread, cheese, fish, local fermented vegetables, non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks, and sweets.

Discover the Daugava River and Riga Canal on a daytime or evening cruise on a charming riverboat. Toast to the moment with a complimentary welcome drink and enjoy the sights.

This is a quick and easy way to visit 2 countries in 1 day and fit in three beautiful and unique visitor sites as you go!

Start with a stop at the Bauska Medieval castle where you'll have time to go up in the recently renovated tower.
Continue with little Versailles - Rundale palace and its gardens! This is your opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the palace with no queues. Free time to enjoy the palace, and gardens and also to have lunch here, if you wish.

And last but not least - visit the unique Hill of Crosses in Lithuania! Now you can tick off another country in your list as there will be a border crossing!

We'll organize comfy transportation, good and professional drivers, and printout sheets with information about all of these sites so you can enjoy everything at your own pace. Please know that you can bring a cross to the Hill of Crosses if you wish. There are also locals selling crosses on site.

The tour runs if there are at least 3 people booked for the day.

You will have a unique opportunity to fire weapons forbidden for public use at shooting ranges in many countries (Kalashnikov, Winchester, Glock17, Beretta 92FS). For an additional cost, you can try the Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum revolver, Franchi SPAS-15, B&T APC 223, Vepr Pioneer, pistols like TT33, PM, H&K USP, Luger M80, Walther P99, and many more. In total, we have 47 different weapons in our arsenal. You will receive instructions and learn how to shoot correctly and precisely. If you come with a group, you can compete with your friends. After the shooting, you can enjoy a great photo session with the guns you fired.

The taxi fare from Riga Old Town/City Centre to our location is approximately 5 EUR (contact us for more precise details). Our address is Meza Street 1a, Riga, located downstairs. Look for a sign that says "Sautuve".

The Hill of Crosses, located near Siauliai city in Lithuania.

This place has a remarkable ambiance, and gratitude, wishes, dreams, and hopes are integral parts of this magic Hill that resembles the atmosphere of the Western wall of Jerusalem. 

There have been several attempts to destroy the Hill, nevertheless, it survived as a sign of liberty and independence of Lithuania. Hill has become an important place for pilgrims all around the world.

In 1993 Pope John Paul II said a prayer about this Hill and gave a gift to Lithuania - a crucifix that was set up on the Hill. Later he referred to this special place in his many speeches.
The Hill of Crosses is a place of light and hope for its visitors!  
On this trip, you will have a very well informed driver/guide, who will explain everything about this place. It will be a nice and pleasant day!
Additionally, you will be provided with a choice of excellent places to have lunch with traditional Lithuanian or modern cuisine during this tour.

Spend a whole day outside Riga and see 2 palaces,1 castle, and Hill of crosses in our Private day tour in the comfortable Premium van or Business class 4WD if fewer passengers.
Besides that, we have prepared the following worthy options which will add your day trip another dimension.
Choose according to your interests and mood between:
• 30 min. lunch in Rundale Palace ( from 4 EUR/person),
• 30 min. visit Motor museum ( 4 EUR/person)
• 1 hours winery visit and wine tasting (+10 EUR/person or min. 70 EUR)
• 1.5 hours beer brewery visit and beer tasting (+12 EUR/person or min. 85 EUR

You'll be picked up you from any location in Riga by our driver/guide not later than 10 AM and head towards the saturated and interesting day. Your destinations will be Rundale palace, Jelgava palace, Bauska castle and Hill of Crosses and our tour will last approximately 8 hours.

Hill of Crosses - a site with hundreds of thousands of crosses representing faith of people of all over the world. Site once visited by Pope John Paul II keeps welcoming travelers with its stories!

If you wish to go to the Hill of Crosses hustle free, this is perfect for you.

It’s a simple and easy ride to the Hill which takes about 1h 55min each way. There will be printouts to read on the way. Additionally there is a virtual tour available at the Hill (works online on your phone)!

Please know that you’re welcome to leave a cross on the Hill! There are local people selling them on site, but you can also bring one from your home country or make one yourself!

On the way back you'll have a chance to stop on the border for a photo and drive through the city of Jelgava.

The tour will operate if there are at least 3 people booked in for that day.

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.

Enjoy the benefits of a day beginning with physical activity and experience a picturesque hike on the famous Great Ķemeri Bog boardwalk upon arrival at the National Park.

After the inspiring morning improv-hike in Kemeri boglands, you will visit the amazing Kanieris Lake and one of its bird watching towers. This big shallow lake is an amazing former lagoon of the prehistoric Littorina Sea. It is very close to the Gulf Of Riga. Kanieris Lake is an important stop-over place for migratory birds. Nature trails along the banks of this lake go through various unique protected ecosystems (habitats) and can be a great place for you to spot wildlife.

Now it is time to have a glimpse of the unique wet forests of Ķemeri National Park and their natural values including the famous Sulphur springs.

Before heading back to Riga you will enjoy the fresh air of the stunning sandy beach and coastal pine forests of the Gulf of Riga.

If you’re looking for an engaging and informative tour that covers the complex history of Riga but also explores what it is like to live here today, then this is the tour for you. We will not miss any of old Riga’s most famous landmarks on our walk including St Peter’s Church, Town Hall Square and Dome Square, but don’t expect a dry history lesson. On this tour, you’ll find out about the surprising origins of the Latvian language, the fate of churches during the Soviet occupation and the little known history of Latvia’s symbol of independence.
This is both a personal and a comprehensive tour of the old town. I love telling people about my city and, having travelled a lot myself, I know how enriching an authentic local perspective can be.

Riga Pub Crawl team invites you to discover Riga's nightlife together!
Meet with other travellers so you can party together and who knows - maybe find some friends to share other activities with while in Riga!

During the tour, you will be visiting 3 different bars and the local dance club at the end with 1 welcome drink (a beer or a shot depending on the place) in each of these 4 places. Apart from the welcome drinks, you will be able to order more drinks by yourselves - all reasonably priced. We're not interested to take you to expensive places! Only to the ones where we would go ourselves!

There will be a bar with a place where to sit down and chat so you can get to know each other, there will be karaoke to practise your singing for the public, and of course - there will be live music and a dance floor! Let's say the tour gives you a great start for the best night out!

Please note that tour would be cancelled only if there are less than 4 people in the group.

Hill of Crosses is a truly unique site which will take your breath away! It is is a site of pilgrimage dating back to 1830ties when people started to place crosses here to pray for their loved ones they've lost in the battles (Lithuanian - Polish commonwealth uprising against Russian Empire).
In Soviet times this place served as a peaceful protest action against Soviet regime as they tried to destroy the place many times while locals kept coming back and placing more crosses all the time.
The Hill of Crosses was visited by Pope John Paul II back in 1993 and since then this place has become very popular - not only between locals but also tourists from all over the world!
Don't be intimidated by the fact that it is a pilgrimage site. Even if you're not religious, please note that everyone is welcome to visit this beautiful sight as long as you respect everyone else visiting it!

Starting from our rental shop on Pils 14 the tour lasts 1 h 30 minutes. You'll see the most important points of interest in Riga in just 90 minutes. 

A must-have tour unless you are longing for a tiresome walking tour through the cobblestone covered streets of Old Riga and spend a day to cover the same amount of information and objects by a walking tour.
This is also a unique and fun experience that is suited for most people of different ages.

In about 1.5 hours you’ll learn the most important information about Riga and Latvia.  You will be introduced to true facts, stories, and legends, as well as with the most interesting objects of architecture, art and culture objects, including UNESCO World heritage sites Old Riga Town and Art Nouveau district, parks and more.
Available starting times are an estimate and will be confirmed or amended after the booking.

Enjoy a 1-hour long boat tour along the charming Riga City Canal and Daugava River with an eco-friendly canal boat. See the most popular sights of the old town of Riga and historic city center. Audioguide for this tour is availible in English, German, Spanish, French, Finnish, Polish, Russian and Latvian languages.

Step into the past and immerse yourself in the captivating stories of Latvia's medieval castles. Our tailor-made tours will take you on a journey through time, from Turaida's battles won and lost, to Sigulda's fascinating legends, to Cesis' impressive towers and walls. Marvel at the ornate decorations and intricate carvings, and soak up the breathtaking views from the castle's towers. Plus, don't miss the bonus surprise tour, where you'll discover the unique attractions of Latvia, including the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Araisi lake dwelling Archaeological Park and the breathtaking Zvartes Rock. Let us take you on an unforgettable adventure through Latvia's rich and colorful history.

Would you like to experience the beautiful moment when nature wakes up?
This is definitely one of the best tours if you're a nature lover!
You might feel sleepy at the start, but after a coffee/tea and that fresh crispy morning air - you'll be fully awake and happy!

You will be picked up from your accommodation ~1,5 hour before the sunrise time. We'll take care of coffee/tea for you and also some fresh pastries so you can have that perfect start of the day!
After the bog, we'll drive through beautiful Jurmala with a stop at the beach (you can also go for a swim in the summertime) and an optional stop at the viewing tower in Dzintari forest park!

Let's chase the sunrise, let's wake up together with nature! Whether it is a sunny day or clouds are covering the sky - it will be beautiful. We promise!

Save time and money, traveling from Riga to Vilnius!!!
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Spend a day of remembrance exploring spectacular sights on the way from Riga to Vilnius. See the fabulous Bauska Castle complex, situated on the narrow peninsula and surrounded by two rivers, admire the Baroque pearl in Latvian rural lanscape the Rundale Palace and immerse yourself into one of the most sacred and spiritual place in Lithuania, the Hill of Crosses. The trip includes comfortable transportation among the stops and the guide book or Live guide, allowing you to delve into well-known landmarks at your own pace.

Honest tour of must-sees with the best* private guide of Riga

Every city has it's good, bad and the ugly, and there's always the option of highlighting just one side of the coin. On this tour we try our hardest to stay as honest and objective as possible, not loosing the perspective of a local at the same time. 4-5 hours, including a coffee break, might seem long, but a half day tour like that is the shortest possible time to cover all the most important sights that Riga's heart has to offer without a rush. Still - depending on your desire or availability, it can be longer or shorter as well - you can decide during the tour. It's customisable as well, so if you'd like to drop a thing from the itinerary or add something different (eg, central market), the guide will be happy to adjust.

We don't take tours more than 5 times a week, so the tour would stay fresh and the guide wouldn't become a machine of spouting facts and figures.

* as described by his mother and some of his friends.