Riga Central

Latvian food tour by Rigatrips is a tour of local gastronomy in the largest open-air market in Europe, that will give you an understanding of the local Latvian food traditions and provide a wide selection of traditional local food samples – meat, bread, cheese, fish, local fermented vegetables, non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks, and sweets.

Walk along the narrow streets of the Medieval Old Town with our knowledgeable guides. The tour starts from the Town Hall Square- the central square of the city from 13th to 19th century. You will find out why Riga is called the capital of the decorated Christmas tree, where the key of Riga is being kept and much more.

Embark on a flavorful journey through Riga Central Market, the largest in the Baltic States and a true gem of Europe. Housed in historic German Zeppelin hangars, this vibrant market has been a city landmark since the 1930s. Discover Latvia’s rich culinary heritage as you sample fresh and smoked fish, artisanal meats, creamy dairy, pickled delights, berries, and authentic rye bread. Please note that traditional Latvian cuisine is meat, fish, and dairy-focused, making it less suitable for vegans or vegetarians. Our expert guide will immerse you in the stories behind these local flavors, making this tour not just a tasting experience, but a deep dive into Latvia’s culture and traditions.

2 hour guided private tour around one of the largest marketplaces in Europe with tasting of many different local goods. Located in the heart of Riga, in just a few minute walk distance from Old Town, Riga Central market is one the largest marketplaces in Europe. It was built in the 1920s, inside several large hangars from World War I originally used for military airships, now serving as food pavilions. During the tour you will have degustation at five different sections: Fish: rye bread with sprats, lightly salted herring, local beer or soft drink. Vegetables: different kinds of salted cucumber (1 day, 1 week, 1 month), marinated cabbage (with beets, cranberry, curry), sauerkraut, marinated wild garlic, spicy carrot. Hemp: rye bread with hemp butter. Cheese: different kinds of Latvian cheese – smoked, with cumin, with cranberries. Meat: ham, different kinds of sausages (smoked, with berries, from turkey, pork, chicken), smoked chicken.  

Our Daily Bike Tours explore the historic suburbs of Riga, covering the most interesting sections of Riga. The bike tour rides along the river before entering the Moscow district. The area which became the Jewish ghetto during WWII is one of the most interesting areas in Riga. We then explore the trendy Central district to find some nice bars and cafes and street art. These tours ride off the tourist route, showing a different, more realistic side of Riga, from the comfortable saddle of a city bike.

Riga Pub Crawl team invites you to discover Riga's nightlife together! Meet with other travellers so you can party together and who knows – maybe find some friends to share other activities with while in Riga! During the tour, you will be visiting 3 different bars and the local dance club at the end with 1 welcome drink (a beer or a shot depending on the place) in each of these 4 places. Apart from the welcome drinks, you will be able to order more drinks by yourselves – all reasonably priced. We're not interested to take you to expensive places! Only to the ones where we would go ourselves! There will be a bar with a place where to sit down and chat so you can get to know each other, there will be karaoke to practise your singing for the public, and of course – there will be live music and a dance floor! Let's say the tour gives you a great start for the best night out! Please note that tour would be cancelled only if there are less than 4 people in the group.

Experience the best that Riga can offer on this cultural and food tasting tour! Explore and discover Old Riga, Art Nouveau and Central Market – three "must see" districts in Riga during one tour. Together with a lovely local guide you will be able to immerse in the local culture, try real Latvian food, learn more about history and rich cultural heritage of Latvia, explore the best sights and enjoy stories about what makes Riga so unique and special. It will be a small-group tour where each tourist would be treated like a dear guest. You will be very warmly welcomed!

Our Riga Art Nouveau walking tour will bring you to the most beautiful part of our city and tell you the stories and secrets behind the magnificent buildings. Learn about the Art Nouveau style and its 3 different substyles that you can observe only in Riga on this tour.

Add a special touch to your trip to Riga with this relaxing boat ride, available during the day or in the evening, on a beautiful old wooden boat. Cruise along the peaceful Riga Canal and the wide Daugava River, passing under 19 of Riga’s bridges. Take amazing photos of famous sights like the Freedom Monument, Riga Central Market (a UNESCO World Heritage site), and the National Opera. To make your trip even nicer, each guest will receive a welcome drink to enjoy while admiring the views. Whether you soak up the sunshine or watch the sunset paint the sky, you’ll return to your starting point with wonderful memories of Riga from the water.

Only bike tour in Riga using professional tour guide system and reflective vests. This makes our tour much more efficient and safe! Choose a real bike excursion instead of a bike ride for less money! In 2 hours of easy cycling, you'll experience more apart from the Old Riga Town landmarks which are out of comfort zone by walking but easily accessible by bike and more cycling-friendly than covered by cobblestones Old Town. Under the care of the local tour guide, you’ll be introduced with many interesting objects and places which are not necessarily included in tour guide books but are an important part of our city and it’s history. We’ll have also some short stops for taking pictures and have a closer look. Thanks to the fact that Riga is flat Free Riga Bike tour is well suited for cyclists of all ages and different fitness level.   

Enjoy different Riga sightseeing from the water (Riga Canal and Daugava river) on Your own – feel like an explorer! After a short instruction on paddling and safety, you'll receive full equipment, including a life jacket, to enjoy your trip on Riga’s waters. We’ll provide recommendations on where to go and what to explore based on your preferences – both on a map and at our rental point. The Riga Canal runs through the heart of Riga. See parks where locals and tourists enjoy the summer warmth, as well as the Latvian National Opera and the Freedom Monument, and the bustling Riga Central Market. If you wish, paddle in the wide Daugava River and be in the midst of boats, yachts, and ships. Children under 4 years old do not get their own seat, but we can provide a small backrest so that two adults and one child (under 4) can comfortably share a double kayak.

Very unique and markable building in city center. Offers 360° view of Riga, river Daugava and old town. Close to central market and rail station. Open till sunset. Spacious terrace, no waiting lines, unlimited visit time.

Starting from our rental shop on Pils 14 the tour lasts 1 h 30 minutes. You'll see the most important points of interest in Riga in just 90 minutes.  A must-have tour unless you are longing for a tiresome walking tour through the cobblestone covered streets of Old Riga and spend a day to cover the same amount of information and objects by a walking tour. This is also a unique and fun experience that is suited for most people of different ages. In about 1.5 hours you’ll learn the most important information about Riga and Latvia.  You will be introduced to true facts, stories, and legends, as well as with the most interesting objects of architecture, art and culture objects, including UNESCO World heritage sites Old Riga Town and Art Nouveau district, parks and more. Available starting times are an estimate and will be confirmed or amended after the booking.

Discover Riga’s Art Nouveau scene by solving clues and unlocking stories on your phone. Play an engaging exploration game, playing the part of Valdis, a stonemason with the heart of an artist. As he reaches up to brush stone powder from his latest carving, he hears it sneeze. Highlights include: • Explore Riga’s First Art Nouveau Building, Golden Sun Artwork, Dettman house, and other lesser-known places. • Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our top-notch team of writers. • Learn about the fascinating stories behind Art Nouveau’s inception. – Decode the Art Nouveau architectural style. -Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt. After your booking you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. We recommend that each user purchases a ticket for an optimal experience, although several people can share a phone.

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.

This wonderful tour of Riga will take you through the flat cobblestone streets where you will see sights such as historic Riga Castle and the magnificent National Opera House of Riga. Perfectly suited for discovery on foot, our self-guided audio tour allows you to set the pace and explore at your leisure as you uncover the stories of this exciting city. You will learn about Riga’s history from its foundations as a trading port, to its rise in prominence as part of the Hanseatic League, the influence of the Brotherhood of Blackheads, and Latvia’s struggle for independence. To discover this magnificent city in your own time and at your own pace just download this self-guided audio tour, pop in your headphones, open the map that comes with your download and start walking. The tour will take approximately two hours, but you can pause the audio guide when needed. Grab a bite to eat or do some shopping along the way. Please note that this tour is only available in English.

We can offer you a „Old town panorama” trip with our canal boats „ANNABELLA”, "ARABELLA" , "AMBER RĪGA". Our boats are equipped with environmentally friendly engines! During about 50 min long „Old town panorama" we can inspect the popular tourism objects from a different angle. The route while traveling along the canal meats Kronvalds Park, Bastejkalns, Latvian National Opera, Shopping centre Stockmann Riga International Coach Terminal and Riga Central Market. When entering the river Daugava you will be able to enjoy beautiful scenery of TV Tower in Zaķusala, Riga castle, Riga Cath¬edral and other towers of the Old city. During the voyage you will also see Andrejosta and , Riga passenger terminal. This is a trip where you are welcome to see Old city after 800 years. *The audio guide is played in one language throughout the boat (as background). The language is chosen as the majority of passengers want. Customers cannot listen to audio guides individually in 1 language.

Old Town is the heart of Riga. However, not all the places of it are shown to the tourists. There are many fascinating points, corners, and streets that even the locals would be surprised! You will discover the different face of Riga. You will hear fascinating facts and stories. Who and why hated the sculpture of the black cat in Riga? Why did Latvians put the golden roosters instead of the crosses on the church towers? Did you know that Latvian women are the tallest?! Why the world has to be thankful to Riga for Christmas tree decorating tradition?

Embark on an Unforgettable Journey Through Latvia and the Baltic States! Discover the enchantment of Riga, the heart of Latvia and a shining beacon in the Baltic region. Our expertly crafted sightseeing tours, led by multilingual guides with over 10 years of experience, promise an experience that will leave you in awe. Riga: A City of Timeless Beauty Step into history: Explore Riga’s Old Town, a treasure trove of historical wonders. Marvel at architectural masterpieces: From Art Nouveau to Baroque, witness a cityscape that’s a canvas of cultural expression. Indulge in local flavors: The Riga Central Market, a bustling hub of Eastern European life, awaits with its rich tapestry of tastes and aromas. Join us and create memories that will last a lifetime. Your adventure begins here!

Transfer from Tallinn city to Riga city with included visit to Turaida Castle and Parnu town. You will be picked up from your hotel in Tallinn by our English speaking driver. This trip will take totally about 7 to 8 hours. Local restaurants for lunch will be advised if you wish to have a lunch stop on the way. Please note that this daytrip does not include licensed guide service. Our English speaking driver will give basic info, answer your questions, lead to the ticket offices and will advise best local restaurants for lunch. If licensed guide is requested it can be arranged at an additional cost at the sights that we will be visiting, please inform us in advance if such service is needed so we can book it for you. Please keep in mind or check sites you desire to visit as during the Winter month some sites do not operate every day of the week. Our drivers will advice alternative sites to fill up your day if any of the sites are closed.