Top Riga Private Sightseeing Tours

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.

Discover Riga and its storied past with a local guide to show you around the city and some of its top sights by foot on this private walking tour. See the Old Town and learn all about the city’s storied past, vibrant present, and fascinating legends from your guide. And don’t worry about losing your way at any point thanks to handy round-trip hotel pickup.

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.

Avoid the slow shuffling pace of shared groups and set your own pace with this private sightseeing tour of Riga. Begin with a walking tour of the Old Town of Riga to see historic attractions such as the Dome Cathedral and House of the Blackheads. Continue by heading out of the historical center to see some of Riga’s impressive art nouveau architecture, before finishing at the Central Market.

I share Soviet Latvia through personal stories - from my family, friends, and people of Riga who lived it. This tour helps you understand how this history shaped who we are as Latvians and why it still influences our politics and perspectives today.

Discover aspects of Riga’s Jewish history that most guidebooks miss on this half-day private guided tour. Journey across the city—both by car and on foot—to explore historically significant landmarks, hear about wartime Jewish ghettos, and take in several of the most notable examples of Riga’s art nouveau architecture movement, designed by Jewish architect Mikhail Eisenstein.

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.

Head off the beaten track as you explore Riga on a private guided tour. Hear about Latvia's Soviet occupation as you explore city-center landmarks like the Museum of the Occupation of Latvia, the Freedom Monument, the notorious KGB "Corner House," and more. Discover a side to Riga that most travelers miss, learn about Latvian food, and gain a new perspective on the area's culture and history.

Spend a whole day outside Riga and hike together with our guide around Gauja National Park, see one castle, and mysterious, TOP- SECRET Soviet-bunker in our Private day tour in the comfortable Premium van or Business class 4WD if fewer passengers. Besides that, we have prepared the following worthy options which will add your day trip another dimension. You'll be picked up you from any location in Riga by our driver/guide not later than 10 AM and head towards the saturated and interesting day. Your destinations will be finest locations of Gauja National Park, Turaida Castle and Soviet Bunker and our tour will last approximately 8 hours.

Take a day trip from Riga to see the Latvian countryside on this private sightseeing tour of Sigulda. The charming town offers a rich variety of destinations; you'll have a chance to see one of the largest grottos in the Baltics, a castle that dates from the 13th century, a cable car over Gauja River Valley, and even a bobsleigh track. Depending on the season, you can also go zip-lining or bungee jumping.

This is the perfect introductory tour to Riga and Latvia! We’ll explore the oldest part of the city — Riga Old Town — discover who Latvians really are, share personal family stories, and talk about life in Latvia today.

The Bog or swamp as a natural formation is not only interesting, but unique with its geomorphology, flora and fauna and of course stories. Small more than 150 years old pien trees, sphagnum moss, Labrador tee, sundews and many others things creating unique biotop. That is also place for formation of mineral water. Sunrises and sunsets are especially beautiful, but also at other times of the day throughout the year. After Bog walk short stop in Kemeri Health resort park and city center of Jurmala Sea resort. Informative, focused and easy. Biologist is my education and biology is my passion.

Enjoy personalized attention from a private guide while on this tour focused on Riga's art nouveau architecture. Stroll through Riga's downtown to find some of the architectural gems you might not stumble upon on your own, listening to architecture-focused commentary from your guide. Visit as many of the 800 art nouveau buildings as possible in your 2-hour tour time; efficient travel is made possible with a private tour.

Taking in the nightlife of a new city can be a great way to explore, but it can be tough to know where to start on your own. On this half-day private pub crawl experience, visit a range of venues across the city, including a few local hidden gems that most tourists miss, to get a taste for Riga’s bar culture.

Discover the rich history of Latvia on this half-day private palace tour from Riga. Explore the beautiful 18th-century Rundale Palace, one of the two Baroque palaces built for the Dukes of Courland, and the 16th-century Bauska Castle, which was built on even older castle ruins and then transformed into a palace. Admire the beautiful Latvian countryside as you drive from the busy city of Riga to the Bauska region.

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.

Looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy a day of relaxation and breathtaking beauty? Look no further than this Day Tour, where you'll discover the charming seaside city of Jurmala, Latvia's beloved resort town. From exploring the lifestyle of ancient fishermen at Jurmala Open-Air Museum to strolling through the pedestrian streets and pristine beaches of Jurmala city, and culminating with a one-of-a-kind experience at Great Kemeri Bog Boardwalks, this tour is designed to offer you an unforgettable journey through Latvia's picturesque scenery. Unique experiences await at every stop, from immersing yourself in the history of Jurmala's fishing culture to taking in stunning views of Latvia's unique bog landscapes. This personalized journey with our professional and passionate guides is sure to leave you feeling rejuvenated, refreshed, and ready to experience all that Latvia has to offer. So why wait? Book your Day Tour today.

Embark on a captivating journey through the enchanting Baltic region, where history and culture come alive with every turn. Guided by an experienced tour driver, adventure seekers will explore the spiritual significance of Lithuania's Hill of Crosses, where thousands of crosses create a striking symbol of faith and resilience. In Latvia, delve into the opulent grandeur of Rundale Palace, often called the "Baltic Versailles," and walk in the footsteps of nobility through its lavish halls and beautiful gardens. For those drawn to history's untold stories, uncover the medieval mysteries of the Bauska Castle ruins, a majestic fortress perched between two rivers. It's a great tour for adventure seekers.

Cover 800 years of Latvian history during this private walking tour of Riga. Over the course of your half-day adventure, your guide will take you to many of the city’s essential landmarks. Learn about the evolving culture of the region while viewing the medieval churches and merchant houses of Old Riga, as well as the particularly rich collection of elegant Art Nouveau architecture that makes the city so distinctive.

Discover the flavors and ingredients of Latvia as you explore Riga’s open-air Central Market on this food tour. Join a small group and wander through the endless stalls to learn about the food traditions of the Baltic country. Enjoy samples of meats, bread, cheese, fish, fermented vegetables, drinks, and sweets for a comprehensive view of the local gastronomy.

Have fun and change from busy urban environment to beautiful nature, just on the edge of Riga. Go with ease on ebike motor assisted cycling on forest trails and roads. We will start our trip from Fire watch tower, where you can see beautifull panoramic views of surrounding forests, meadows and highest buildings of Riga. Our journey will take place in an area surrounded by long dune ridges, which are about 10 kilometers long and 0.4 to 1.5 kilometers wide. Local residents call this strip of dunes "Sahara of Riga". Unlike the Sahara dunes, the Riga dunes are covered with planted pine forests. These dunes are a natural monument of Latvia. We will go all the way to Jūrmala's White Dune, which is a large sand dune on the shore of Lielupe and is one of the most beautiful protected natural objects in Jūrmala. We will conclude our trip at our starting point.

Discover the historic center of Riga by solving challenges and unlocking stories on your phone. Play the engaging exploration game, taking the role of a hunter of the supernatural, who has come to Riga to save the city from a dark force. As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. Ready for an adventure? Highlights include: • Explore Riga Cathedral, Roland’s statue, Bremen Town Musicians and lesser-known places. • Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our talented writers. • Learn about the fascinating legend of Riga’s roosters. • Discover Riga’s mighty giant. • 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.

Incorporate some fun and puzzles into your sightseeing of Riga with this smartphone exploration game. Follow a story focusing on Riga’s art nouveau architecture and solve clues along the way that will help you learn more about the art nouveau style, as well as the real-life stories behind these impressive buildings.