Witness the splendor of Riga's Art Nouveau district. Recognized as one of the finest collections of Art Nouveau architecture in Europe, discovering the intricate details of hundreds of facades makes for a truly unforgettable experience.

Stroll through the cobbled streets of the Old Town, as your expert guide shares legends of fierce merchants and sailors who found their way to Riga over the years.

Your guide will then show you the House of Three Brothers – one of the oldest dwelling houses in Riga, dating back to the late 15th century.

Stroll through the beautiful Town Hall square, where you can see the historic House of Blackheads, the towering Riga Cathedral, and St. Jacob’s Church.

Admire the brightly colored old Guild Houses, which were once used by the Hanseatic League merchants to host lavish feasts and celebrations.

Next, visit the historic Swedish Gates, where you can see fragments of Riga’s fortification walls, once used to protect the city from intruders, but now largely replaced by beautiful parks and modern structures.

You’ll also have an opportunity to try ‘Black Balsam’ - a miraculous Latvian health-enhancing liquor that is said to have healed Russian Empress Catherine the Great when she visited Riga in 1752.

The tour ends in the heart of the Old Town, where your local guide can offer recommendations for a delicious lunch in one of the city’s many restaurants or can direct you back to your cruise ship or hotel.