Top Riga Food Tours

With more than 3,000 trade stands, Riga Central Market is one of the largest food markets in Europe. Avoid getting lost amid the bounty of Latvian produce and find your way to the best this UNESCO World Heritage site has to offer on this private guided tour of the market.

Get an orientation to Riga on this tour with a guide providing navigation and insightful commentary. This is a great overview of the city for first-time visitors or travelers who prefer to explore on their own; you can get tips on where to visit further after the tour. You can also ask your local guide plenty of questions.

There’s no need to worry about being slowed down by other travelers as you explore Latvia’s cuisine with this private food tour in Riga. Walk with your personal guide over to the Riga Central Market where you can sample whatever is in season. Continue your culinary adventure with lunch at a post-Soviet style cafeteria full of traditional Latvian dishes for you to try.

Lithuania’s Hill of Crosses is a powerful monument to the Baltic nation's battle for independence and a pilgrimage site dating back to the 19th century. This day trip makes it easy for travelers in Riga to cross over the Latvian-Lithuanian border to visit this fascinating display of thousands of crosses while learning all about the site’s history and significance. This small-group tour also includes a stop at the historic city of Jelgava in Latvia.

This private tour offers a chance to immerse yourself in a Latvian forest while enjoying the thrill of husky dog sledding. With comfortable round-trip transfer from your location in Riga, and options for lunch, cross-country skiing, and winter clothing rental (each an additional expense), you can enjoy a full experience of winter in Latvia.

Get to know Riga on foot on this private walking tour. Wander through the city’s scenic cobblestone streets and learn about the history of Riga from a guide. Explore Old Town and see sights that include St Peter’s Church, Town Hall Square, and Dome Square.

The UNESCO-listed historic center of Riga is renowned for its medieval monuments and striking Jugendstil architecture. On this tour, explore the atmospheric Old Town on foot—stroll down the maze of cobblestone lanes; admire landmarks such as the Riga Dome Cathedral, St Jacob’s Church, the National Library, and St Peter’s Church.

If you are traveling from Riga to Vilnius, you can turn the trip into a sightseeing excursion. This tour takes you for stops at such attractions as Bauska Castle and the Hill of Crosses along the way. Your trip includes comfortable transportation and a guidebook to learn more about each location.

Explore the best wines of Latvia in the comfort of a private venue with this wine tasting experience in Riga. Enjoy a selection of Latvian wines as you’re taken through the steps of wine tasting and learn a little about the country’s history of winemaking. Otherwise, take it easy as you socialize with friends with glass in hand. Transfers included for groups larger than eight people.

Experience the Latvian countryside in a way most tourists won’t—on the back of a sled pulled by a pack of well-trained huskies. During this small-group experience, you’ll sail through the trees at a top speed of 15.5 miles per hour, and enjoy an opportunity to be both a passenger and a musher on the sled. And yes, you get to pet the dogs.

This place is located in the centre of Old Riga on the Rozena Street. These premises were mentioned in the scripts in 1293 as the most ancient wine-vault and festival place of the Riga City Council! In the largest room of the restaurant with a 4-meter high arches is still the only well in Riga and medieval fragment of the first defensive wall, built in 1201! You will be treated with an authentic shot of moonshine, accompanied by a traditional snack of the time: aromatic bacon, crunchy crackers, and pickled cucumbers. All of this takes place in an atmosphere where every element reflects the spirit and culture of medieval. And to fully experience the authenticity of this magical journey, you will be able to enjoy the taste of Riga moonshine - a symbol of Latvian culture and craftsmanship, created based on natural bee honey and produced using high technology. Don't miss the chance to experience the magic of the past with us at this unique meeting in the Kingdom of the XII century.

A combination of a one-hour cultural sightseeing tour, followed by a tasting of Latvian wines and locally produced cheeses. 1)Savor the flavors of Latvia with a tasting of local wines and cheeses 2)Explore the charming streets of Riga Old Town with a local guide 3)Learn about traditional Latvian cheesemaking and winemaking 4)Enjoy a cozy, authentic setting surrounded by Latvian culture 5)Discover the beauty and flavors of Latvia in one unforgettable experience

Cover lots of ground in Riga on this Segway tour that covers all of the important landmarks. Perfect for those short on time or those who have difficulty walking, touring via a 2-wheeled, self-balancing scooter in Riga is easy and enjoyable. After a brief intro session, zoom off into the streets of Old Riga to see and learn about the history and culture of the Latvian capital.

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 Latvia beyond Riga on this full-day, small-group tour to Rundale Palace, Bauska Castle, and the Hill of Crosses—across the border in Lithuania. Rather than hiring a car, relax onboard an air-conditioned vehicle as your guide provides insightful commentary. Snap photos of historic buildings, enjoy the picturesque countryside, and learn more about Latvia's rich culture and history.

Explore at your own pace with a fully private guided tour. What’s interesting in Riga City? Many people know that the wine in this city is very rich in taste and story. You will visit an unexpected place, a magical medieval dungeon in the heart of Riga, where you will feel the extraordinary atmosphere from the first moment. Local monks will reveal the secrets of Latvian wine production. You will hear fun facts and mystical legends. You’ll learn about a typical wine-tasting process, and you’ll get to know what local products Latvians use to make their wine. Find delicious and even surprising flavor combinations. Are you ready for an extraordinary experience?

Get to know Riga through its nightlife, and meet new people at the same time. This popular pub crawl visits three different bars and a dance club in the center of Riga, and includes a beer or a shot at each one. It’s a fun night out for anyone new in town who wants to visit the places where locals like to go. Just note that there is a chance of cancellation if less than four people are booked.

Benefit from personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this private tour of Cesis and Sigulda from Riga. With our English speaking driver in the lead, you'll follow a carefully curated itinerary and be able to focus on your interests along the way. Learn about the history of the region and visit three medieval castles.