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2 Hours Walking Tour in Legends and Secret of Riga's Old Town

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House of Black Heads and the Tower of St. Peter church
decoration in Art Nouveau style
Riga ghost
Black Cats house
New Year in Dome square
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On average, this is booked 19 (0) days in advance.
2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

In my tour, I focus on legends, interesting facts about the city, on the symbolism of the decoration on the facades, on the symbolism of alchemy, Christianity and Freemasonry, becides I show those places in the old town where tourists do not go and which guidebooks do not write about.That is why I think its interesting and Im sure that it will make you come back to Riga again and again)

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  • Guidance
  • All Fees and Taxes
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Reformācijas Laukums 1
Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia

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St. Peter's Church

You will observe this oldest Riga's luteran church from outside. You will know the story about medieval tradition related to the church golden roosters. You will visit the free part of the church, you will know the symbolical meaning of the rooster from the Christianic point of view and not only. You will know how the number of the beast ( 666) affected the fate of the church.
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12 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Riga Town Hall Square

Town Hall square (Ratslaukums) is the most beautiful area of old Riga and the oldest cultural-representative center. Originally the site of the modern town hall square, which can be seen at the present time was a city market. The Bazaar flocked merchants from all around, bringing goods to trade. Based on the direct destination square, for many years the area was called the Market. It was not only the trade point, but also the administrative core of the city. You will observe from here the left bank of Daugava river, building of Latvian National library, museum of occupation of Latvia, you will know the story of Key to Riga and will see the place where the tradition to decorate Christmas tree had started in 16th century. We will see the memory place dedicated to the first in the world decorated christmas tree.
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16 minutes Admission Ticket Free

House Of The Black Heads

The guide will describe you the decoration of this most beautiful building in Riga, tell you about the Clock installed on the facade of the house of Black Heads, you will know the history of the brotherhood of the Black Heads, visiting the free part of the house and will see its underground and will know the secret alchemical hermetical symbolism of the house facade.
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11 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Statue of Roland

Roland's statue is installed in the center of the square, this is a symbol of freedom of the medieval city as well as the symbol of Hanseatic union. Riga was a part of Hanseatic union since 1283. You will know the interesting story about Roland's shield and sword.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Riga City Hall

You will pass the inner street of the City Hall ( passage)-Jaunavu street. You will observe waterfall River of time, dedicated to Riga - river and installed to Riga's 800 anniversary in 2001. You will see also the Contemporary of Pharaoh Tutunkhamen.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Rozena iela

You will see this the most narrow street in Riga and the oldest City Hall wine cellar of 13th century from outside. You will know why these narrow streets were called the streets of the drunk knight.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bremen Town Musicians

You will see the monument of Bremen mucisians, that was presented to Riga by Bremen town and this is the most recognizable monuments of Riga that will help you make your wish come true. Bremen and Riga are the sisters-towns and the founder of Riga bishop Albert was a Bremen town origine.Made by the Bremen sculptor Krista Baumgertel, presented to Riga as a gift by the sister city of Bremen and installed in 1990.
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6 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Dome Square

You will see the main luteran church of Riga - Riga cathedral from outside, you will count all the golden rooster from this biggest Old Town square. And you will know the secret geometry of this square. Dome Square is the place where the main Christmas market takes place every year.
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6 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Riga Cathedral

You will know about foundation and construction of the church, visit the free part of Dome, you will see the last work of Rafael Santi, you will know the history of pipe organ of the church, that used to be the biggest in the world in 19th century and now its one of the best sounding musical instrument in the world. You will know how the merchants of Riga were planning their day looking at Dome's rooster.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Riga Stock Exchange Building

The guide will describe you the Stock Exchange's architecture, passing through it you will see the only one Venetian gondola in Riga. This wonderful example of the Venetian Neo-renessance was buid in 19th century and its a real pearl of Old Town architecture that now hosts the museum of foreign arts.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Three Brothers, Latvian Museum of Architecture

The houses ( Three brothers) together form the oldest complex of dwelling houses in Riga. Each house represents various periods of development of dwelling house construction. You will visit the oldest dwelling house of Riga of 15th century ( the Oldest brother) and museum of Latvian architecture, will see the oldest coat-arm of Riga in the inner yard behind Three brothers and will know the story about taxes of the medieval Riga- the window tax including.
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7 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St. Jacob’s Catholic Cathedral of Riga

You will see this Catholic Riga Cathedral from outside. AS well you will know the story of the bell of the "poor sinners" - this bell was ringing when the criminal was brought from prison to the Town Hall square to be executed.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Powder Tower

Powder tower in Riga's old town is the biggest and the only surviving tower of 14th century and you will observe it from outside. After the tour you can visit Latvian War Museum that Powder tower hosts now. Admission to the Tower and The War museum is free.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Zviedru vārti

You will see this only one outer gate of Riga that was made in Sweedish time of Riga's history and that is why it has such a name. You will see the house of city executioner and will know the legend about Riga ghost.
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6 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Jacob's Inn Riga

You will see this longest building of Old Town that was a house for 5 thousand Sweedish soldiers: the barracs of St. Jacob. Now this building hosts not the soldiers but the suvenir shops, cafeterias, restaurants and offices.
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3 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Black Magic Bar

According to the legend in the past this bar was a farmacy where the famous Riga Black balsam was invented in 18th century. Riga Black Magic bar is a small caffe that serves coffee, tea, various sweets, cakes, Riga balsams of all sorts and kinds, and they also make many different drinks on the basis of the famous Rigas Black Balsam .You will have possibility to sample this symbol of Riga. You will know about the hidden symbolism of alchemy and will see the secret door leading to the laboratory of the alchemist Kunze, inventor of Black Balsam.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Freedom Monument

Freedom monument that was built during the first Latvian Republic hides a lot of secrets and the guide will discover for you the hidden symbolism of this monument and will tell you about this main Latvia's monument construction and history. You will know why this monument is so important for Latvian people.
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4 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Laima Clock

You will see this main meeting point in Riga- Laima clock. "Laima" is main and a biggest chocolate producer in Latvia and you will know why it got such a name.
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2 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ķēniņu iela

You will see this shortest street of Riga, will pass it literally for one minute. And also you will know how it became so short many years ago.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cat House

Cats house is one of the main symbols of Old Town and as well as a black cat. You will know the legend about the house and how the black cat became one of the main symbols of Riga.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Livu Square

You will know the history and the hidden symbolism of the square. You will see the monument -Liv's head.
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3 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Small Guild of Riga

Small Guild was a union of Riga's craftsmen and you will know the story about its foundation.The building was erected in the years 1864—66 after a project by architect Johann Felsko in Neo-Gothic style.[
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1 minute Admission Ticket Free

Great Guild

you will know the story about this union of local Riga's merchants -Great Guild. The Riga Merchant Guild, also known as the Large Guild of Riga or St. Mary's Guild was a German Merchant guild in Riga, the Latvian capital, which existed from 1354 to 1936.Riga became a member of the Hanseatic League in 1283, and the German guilds became more prominent in the life of the city.
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2 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Baltic Way Footprint Monument

The Baltic Way was an unprecedented event in world history when roughly 2 million Latvians, Estonians and Lithuanians joined hands to form a 600km-long human chain from Tallinn to Vilnius via Riga. The mass demonstration commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact took place on August 23, 1989, while the Baltic nations were still occupied by the Soviet Union. A small red granite ‘footprint’ at the crossroads of Kaļķu and Vaļņu (near McDonald’s) serves as a reminder of that amazing event.
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2 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mikhail Chehov Riga Russian Theatre (pass by)

You will see one of the oldest Russian theatre outside of Russia that was build in the time of Russian empire at the second part of 19th century. Its a beautiful example of Florentine Neo-Renaissance.
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St. John's Church

You will know the sad story about two domenican monks that was walled up alive into the wall of this church and the guide will show you the place where they were found in 19th century during reconstruction works. As well you will see the oldest Riga's gate leading to the Domenican monastry.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Vecriga

You will see the part of Old fortification wall of 13th century. This wall was built by Germans during Livonian order's time and protected Riga from invadors.
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2 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kalēju iela

You will see this longest street of Old town. In the past this street was an enbankment of Riga-river. And now this Blacksmiths street shows how Riga- river was flowing. The blacksmiths used to work in this street.
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2 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Riga Radio and TV Tower

You will see the Riga Radio and TV Tower in Riga, Latvia is the tallest tower in the European Union. It was built between 1979 and 1989 with funding from the central government of the Soviet Union. Its highest point reaches 368.5 metres.
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2 minutes Admission Ticket Free

First Christmas Tree Marker

you will see this memory plaque dedicated to the first decorated Christmas tree of 1510. And you will know why Riga is the town of four capitals.
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3 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Service animals are not allowed: dogs, cats and any animals are not allowed on this tour.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 2 Hours Walking Tour in Legends and Secret of Riga’s Old Town?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
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The following is included:
  • Guidance.
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  • All Fees and Taxes.
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The minimum age to participate is 20. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Accessibility information for the 2 Hours Walking Tour in Legends and Secret of Riga's Old Town is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Service animals are not allowed: dogs, cats and any animals are not allowed on this tour.

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