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Very informative and...
Very informative and friendly guide. Ahe adapted the tour a little to our needs, and shared a lot of interesting knowledge about the city. Highly recommend as an introductory tour!
Riga Sightseeing Tour for First Time Visitors
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3–4 hours
- Price from
- $91 / person
- Location
- Riga, Latvia
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 9 reviews
- Languages
- RU, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 4
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Armands Latvia Guide
Description
A simple, but must excursion to create a first impression of Riga and to orient travelers. The main highlights of Riga in short time sightseeing combined driving and walking tours. It will be useful after excursion as well to know more what and where to eat, where to go, which museums to visit or how to fulfill the rest of the time. It is best to do with a local guide.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 7
- Adult (ages 16–90)
- $91
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $182.
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 15 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Vecriga
That will be easy walking tour with a general information and legends - Town Hall square, St.Peters Church, "Tree brothers", Black Heads house, "Cats house" and others.
Art Nouveau Riga
We go there by van and will make a stop for a short walk to see splendid building built in the beginning of XX century when Art Nouveau was trendy. These buildings are reason why Riga sometimes is called "Small Paris". That part of Riga is also connected with a Riga Jewish history.
Historically called "Moscow forstadt" with the witnesses (buildings, squares and streets) of 19 century and Soviet times (Academy of Sciences). For example so called "Stalin's Ampire style" or wooden living houses of 10th century.
Riga Central market needs a time for a visit, but with the guide You will more easy fined the eatable souvenirs and local food products. There are some specific hided in the corners.
Riga
Driving by car to see the center of Riga.
What's included
Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide service
Not included
Gratuity
Pickup Locations & Times
Please wait outside of the hotel, because if the hotel is located in Old Riga, there are not allowed to stop for a parking.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
9 reviews
How it compares in Riga
- Starting price $91 is close to the typical $90 for tours of similar length in Riga
Excurgo comparison of 452 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Cobble stones of Old Riga are not suitable for people with movement disorders, baby carriage and wheelchairs.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Riga Sightseeing Tour for First Time Visitors take?
Riga Sightseeing Tour for First Time Visitors lasts about 3–4 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Riga Sightseeing Tour for First Time Visitors cost?
Prices start at $91 per person for this Riga experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $182. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Riga Sightseeing Tour for First Time Visitors run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Does Riga Sightseeing Tour for First Time Visitors sell out?
It can: 15 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Riga Sightseeing Tour for First Time Visitors for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Please wait outside of the hotel, because if the hotel is located in Old Riga, there are not allowed to stop for a parking. Pickup points include Eurostars Metropole, Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Daugava Riga.
What languages is Riga Sightseeing Tour for First Time Visitors offered in?
The experience is available in RU, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 4 participants.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Cobble stones of Old Riga are not suitable for people with movement disorders, baby carriage and wheelchairs.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Riga Sightseeing Tour for First Time Visitors worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 9 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Armands Latvia Guide.
Reviews(9)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
M
Riga city tour
Travel guide was very knowledgeable and focused on our interests. He provided additional guidance for other activities we had planned for our stay
E
Tour guide spoke very...
Tour guide spoke very good English. Explain thing very detail and knowledgeable. Overall good experience
E
Great walking tour for...
Great walking tour for first time visitors! We only had one day in Riga and we were able to see so much during this tour. Highly recommend.
Operator response
Thank you Emily! Always welcome.
C
We walked all around the...
We walked all around the Old Town. Armands was a great guide, answering all our questions across a range of subjects and responding to our interests. Then into the car for a tour of the Art Nouveau quarter, before finishing in the Food Market. One-on-one attention.
R
Exciting Riga
Armand was so very knowledgeable and fun to be around. We weren't sure the town had much to offer but boy, were we wrong!
G
Armand was a great guide!
A great overview of Riga. Our guide was knowledgeable and we really enjoyed our time with him. The tour was very informative and we learned and saw a lot.
B
the ideal way to see wonderful Riga
thanks to Armands and his enthusiastic commentary we saw and admired by foot the old town and art nouveau district. in his car we got a good overview, and walked through the amazing Central Market. He also recommended our two dinner restaurants: Peterkaili and Gutenberg, nice food and lovely interiors. if you have limited time to see Riga, take this trip!
Operator response
Thank You and always welcome! ;),
J
Top Notch Tour!
Armands is an excellent tour guide. The tour was informative and a great chance to see Riga outside Old Town. He has extensive knowledge of the social, economic, and geopolitical environment of Riga and Latvia and an excellent command of the English language. You're in for a treat on his tour!
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