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Private Riga Old Town Walking Tour

71 Reviews 4.96 out of 5 stars Based on 71 reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 99% of reviewers | Riga, Latvia
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1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Private tour
  • Local taxes
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel / port pick-up
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Aspazijas bulvāris 3
Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia

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End point

Rātslaukums 7
Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia

The tour ends at the house of the blackheads.

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House Of The Black Heads

Only exterior. During the tour, we do not enter inside.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Riga Town Hall Square

Only exterior. During the tour, we do not enter inside.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St. Peter's Church

Only exterior. During the tour, we do not enter inside.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cat House

Only exterior. During the tour, we do not enter inside.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Swedish Gate (Zviedru Varti)

Only exterior. During the tour, we do not enter inside.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Three Brothers, Latvian Museum of Architecture

Only exterior. During the tour, we do not enter inside.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Freedom Monument

Learn about Latvia's symbol of independence and how it survived the Soviet period.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Riga Old Town Walking Tour?

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

Cancellation Policy

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

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Activity code: C-35709P1

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What's Included

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  • Private tour
  • Local taxes
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel / port pick-up

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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