See Riga through Latvian eyes on this engaging walking tour beyond the Old Town. While many tours focus on medieval merchants and foreign rulers, this experience tells the story of Riga’s history, culture, and identity from the perspective of the Latvian people.
Walk through Berga Bazārs, a center of Latvian entrepreneurship, admire the elegant Splendid Palace, and learn about Benjamīnu Nams, once home to Latvia’s most influential publishing family. Stand at the Freedom Monument, a powerful symbol of independence, and discover the role of the Riga Latvian Society in shaping national consciousness.
The tour continues past the National Art Museum and monuments dedicated to Rainis, Latvia’s m...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Educated guide and fun storytelling
Tips for the tour guide
Meeting Points
Departure
Latvia Puppet Theatre
Tour guide with a company logo and a badge will be waiting for you at the entrance of Puppet theatre of Latvia.
Return
The Freedom Monument
The tour will conclude in a very central location, next to the Freedom Monument.
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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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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See Riga through Latvian eyes on this engaging walking tour beyond the Old Town. While many tours focus on medieval merchants and foreign rulers, this experience tells the story of Riga’s history, culture, and identity from the perspective of the Latvian people.
Walk through Berga Bazārs, a center of Latvian entrepreneurship, admire the elegant Splendid Palace, and learn about Benjamīnu Nams, once home to Latvia’s most influential publishing family. Stand at the Freedom Monument, a powerful symbol of independence, and discover the role of the Riga Latvian Society in shaping national consciousness.
The tour continues past the National Art Museum and monuments dedicated to Rainis, Latvia’s m...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Educated guide and fun storytelling
Tips for the tour guide
Meeting Points
Departure
Latvia Puppet Theatre
Tour guide with a company logo and a badge will be waiting for you at the entrance of Puppet theatre of Latvia.
Return
The Freedom Monument
The tour will conclude in a very central location, next to the Freedom Monument.
Itinerary
1
Latvia Puppet Theatre
Introduction to the general history of Latvia
10 minutes
2
Berga Bazars (the Bergs Bazaar)
A story about the first Latvians paving the way of sucess.
10 minutes
3
The Benjamin House — Benjamiņu Nams
Once a manor of the first Latvian millionaires.
5 minutes
4
Riga Latvian Society House
First gathering place for Latvians in Riga.
10 minutes
5
Piemineklis Mihailam Tālam
Monument to the World Chess Champion.
10 minutes
6
Splendid Palace
Broadway of Riga
10 minutes
7
Nativity of Christ Cathedral
Latvians and religion.
10 minutes
8
Monument to Oskars Kalpaks
Military history of Latvia. Past and present.
10 minutes
9
Latvian National Museum Of Art
Story of Latvians in various spheres of art.
10 minutes
10
Bastejkalna Park
Monuments to people lost in the barricades of 1991
10 minutes
11
Freedom Monument
The story of the most important monument to the Latvian nation. End of the tour.
