Top Latvia Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 3

The Best Way to Discover Riga: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour! Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a traditional Latvian meal or a coffee in the heart of the Old Town and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Latvian National Museum of Art, The Freedom Monument, Laima Clock, Bastejkalna Park, Powder Tower, The Swedish Gate, Three Brothers, Riga Castle, Riga Cathedral, House of the Black Heads, and St. Peter’s Church.

On this self guided audio tour, we’ll explore Art Nouveau’s history, visit the city’s most iconic examples of the style and hear about its architects – like Mikhail Eisenstein, whose son Sergei became a legendary Soviet filmmaker. Riga is a true Art Nouveau metropolis with over 800 buildings in this unique architectural style. In fact, it has the world’s highest concentration of Art Nouveau architecture. On this tour you’ll discover: How to identify an Art Nouveau building The incredibly decorative work of Michael Eisenstein The courtyard of one of Riga's most impressive residential buildings How Riga’s architects developed a unique Latvian style called National Romanticism

Sigulda Castle and Turaida Castle are two of Latvia’s stunning 13th-century buildings, but it can be tricky to tick them off in a day without hiring a car. Depart from your Riga hotel in an air-conditioned minivan and make your way to the castles with our English-speaking driver. Get introductory information about the area’s history and take in the views of the landscape from the castles.

See the natural scenery of Kemeri National Park before the crowds arrive with this sunrise tour from Riga. Travel out to the national park first thing in the morning with your personal guide to experience the Great Kemeri Bog as the surrounding nature awakens for the day with the sunrise. Places on this private tour are limited to seven travelers.

Experience Riga’s top sightseeing attractions with this hop-on, hop-off sightseeing bus around the city. Get off to explore Riga to your heart’s content as and when you please, and enjoy 24 hours' worth of access to the bus with your ticket. Feel free to start the tour at any of the bus stops along its route, enjoying the flexibility to traverse the whole city with ease.

Watch the sun rise over Kemeri National Park during this private tour of one of Latvia’s natural treasures. After experiencing dawn in one of Latvia’s largest wetland bogs, enjoy hotel pickup and a drive through the seaside city of Jurmala, stopping for leisure time at the beach, with an option to take in treetop views from Dzintari Forest Park’s tower.

Immerse yourself in the captivating tapestry of the Baltics with our unique day tour. Begin your journey at the awe-inspiring Hill of Crosses in Lithuania, where the landscape is adorned with countless crosses bearing tales of faith and devotion. Next, prepare to be mesmerized by the opulence of Rundale Palace, an architectural marvel that will transport you to a bygone era of grandeur and extravagance. Explore its ornate halls and stroll through its vibrant gardens, feeling like royalty for a day. As the tour continues, travel back in time to Bauska Castle, where the stories of knights and duchesses come to life within its ancient walls. Each stop on this adventure offers a glimpse into the rich history and profound beauty of the Baltics, leaving you with memories to cherish for a lifetime. Join us on this unique journey through time and culture. Join us on this journey through time and discover the unique history and beauty of the Baltics.

Leave Riga behind for the day to marvel at the medieval Bauska Castle, see the baroque architecture of Rundāle Palace, and walk through the Hill of Crosses, a famous pilgrimage site where people have come to pray and leave crosses behind for generations. Make the journey from one location to the next with the help of a driver in a comfortable vehicle.

Discover the magnificent art nouveau architecture of Riga without the challenges of finding it for yourself with this group walking tour. Set out with your guide for a walk the section of Riga just outside the Old Town that is home to streets of brilliant art nouveau buildings. Learn about this distinct architectural style and the stories behind its use in the city.

Riga, the historic capital of Latvia, holds multi-dimensional appeal. Opt for a personalized experience of the city on a private 2-hour walking tour of Old City Riga (Vecriga) and other monumental highlights. While you receive undivided attention, you’ll tick off top attractions such as St. Peter’s Church, Riga Dome Cathedral, and the Gunpowder Tower. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Take the opportunity to experience a sport that isn’t usually accessible to the general public and give bobsledding a try while in Riga. Travel to Sigulda where in winter you’ll get the chance to ride a 4-man bobsled down its Olympic Bobsleigh Track, and in summer experience a version of a bobsled that has wheels. Either way, the high speeds you experience are sure to get your heart pumping.

I truly love Art Nouveau. Its decorative, breathtaking, and colorful architecture is not only something to learn about — but above all, something to enjoy. Let me take you on a journey through these magnificent streets and buildings, where sculptures, mythical creatures, animals, flowers, and countless intricate details make Riga one of the most charming cities in Europe.

If you're traveling one way from Riga to Vilnius, we offer a scenic and culturally rich route filled with history and charm. Begin your journey at the medieval Bauska Castle, where two rivers meet beneath ancient walls. Continue to Rundale Palace, the “Baltic Versailles,” and walk through its grand halls and elegant gardens that tell stories of 18th-century nobility. Crossing into Lithuania, visit the Hill of Crosses, a deeply spiritual site where thousands of crosses stand as symbols of faith and resilience. This transfer is more than a ride — it’s a cultural adventure ideal for curious travelers, couples, and families eager to experience the Baltics beyond the usual route. Enjoy a comfortable 7–8 hour trip with a professional driver, complete with complimentary still water, coffee and WC breaks, and local lunch recommendations, before being dropped off directly at your accommodation in Vilnius.

This Full-Day Trip is designed for tourists whom are especially interested in Soviet and WW2 military heritage. Our English speaking driver will lead you around the rocket base and to the ticket offices of the museums. In Soviet secret bunker your will have tour with English speaking guide. Will start from Rocket Base it is 2,5h drive from Riga therefore pickup from Riga must be not later then 09:00. 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.

Embark on a journey to Kuldīga, a charming medieval town in the western part of Latvia, located along the banks of the River Venta. Known for Ventas Rumba, the widest waterfall in Europe, Kuldīga offers breathtaking natural beauty. If you visit in the spring, you might witness a unique natural phenomenon as vimbas fish leap over the 1.5-meter-high waterfall on their way to spawning areas. It's truly a spectacular sight! As of 2023, Kuldīga has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, recognizing the unique value of its Old Town. The town's enchanting streets and historic architecture are sure to captivate you. The journey from Riga to Kuldīga takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes each way, with exciting stops along the route to keep you entertained. This group tour is designed to be affordable, giving everyone the chance to experience the beauty of Kuldīga. Please note that the tour requires a minimum of three passengers to proceed.

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.

Get a sense of nature’s sacred place in Latvian life by hiking through the thick green forests of Gauja National Park in Sigulda county. This private half-day guided tour offers a challenging 12-kilometer hike and a chance to see Gutmanis Cave and the Krimulda Castle Ruins. You can also add another activity to your excursion, like ziplining or visiting one of Sigulda’s medieval castles at your own expense. Round-trip transportation from anywhere in central Riga makes this an easy day trip from the city.

Take a break from Riga with some horseback riding by the Baltic Sea with this private activity. Travel out to the coast where you’ll get the chance to first interact and feed your horse. After you’ve connected, head out on a horseback ride with your instructor through the forest, past sand dunes, and onto the beach.

See the places in Riga that most interest you, rather than follow the same crowded routes of the group tours, with this private walking tour. Explore the Old Town of Riga with your personal guide as they take you around the area, visiting places like the park along the City Canal, the Swedish Gate, and Dom Square as you go.

RUNDALE PALACE Arriving at Rundale Palace is a true “wow” moment as you may not expect to see such an 18th century gem in the Latvian countryside! Most of the interior decorations were created between 1765 and 1768 when a sculptor from Berlin Johann Michael Graff, and Italian painters from St. Petersburg Francesco Martini and Carlo Zucchi worked at the palace. BAUSKA CASTLE Bauska Castle is the only castle in Latvia illustrating the expressions of renaissance and mannerism architecture and decorative arts in the Duchy of Courland HILL OF CROSSES(LT) Myth surrounds this unusual site of pilgrimage with no confirmed version of its story. For years, even centuries, visitors have placed crosses here, each for their own reason. The hill has been reborn numerous times after attempts to destroy it under Soviet rule. Individually tailored and privately organized tour.

Rather than just winging it at a shooting range, benefit from a personal English speaking instructor as you fire various weapons with this Riga shooting range experience. Watch as your instructor demonstrates how to safely use a diverse range of weapons and then enjoy the thrill of firing your choice of them at this indoor firing range. A shooting certificate will be provided at the end.

Upgrade your Riga vacation photos from ordinary to impressive by taking a photoshoot tour of the city. Walk through the Old Town of Riga with your personal photographer as they take you to different photogenic spots in the area. Besides creating a gallery of pictures for you, your guide will also tell you facts and stories about the city as you go.

Get to know Riga’s Old Town on a 2-hour walking tour, and view the city’s historical highpoints. As you stroll from sight to sight, hear about the city’s past as a mighty seaport during the Middle Ages, and enjoy photo stops at the prettiest medieval landmarks, such as the Old Guild House, Powder Tower and magnificent House of the Blackheads. Learn about the Riga’s role as a member of the powerful Hanseatic League between the 1400s and 1600s, and discover must-sees such as St Peter’s Church and the Swedish Gate.

Explore Riga’s Old Town and art nouveau architecture on a 3-hour walking tour with an informative guide. Stroll the cobbled Old Town lanes past gabled houses, and see highlights including the House of the Blackheads and St. Peter’s Church. Then, pass the Laima Clock tower, walk through Opera Park, and explore the art nouveau district, home to many buildings designed in the flamboyant, early 20th-century style. Admire Riga Opera House and the mansions along Albert Street, and visit the Art Nouveau Museum to learn about this artistic architectural movement.