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Private Soviet Riga tour

Riga, Latvia
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

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.
  • A guide leads the way and provides insightful commentary
  • Private tour for just you and your party: Ask questions as you go
  • See a side to Riga that most travelers miss
  • Learn more about Latvia's past and present while exploring on foot

What's Included

  • Local taxes
  • Professional guide
  • Private tour
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick-up / drop off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Latviešu strēlnieku laukums, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia

    In the middle of Latvian rifleman's square, next to the statue of the Latvian riflemen.

End point

  • Dailes Theater
    Brīvības iela 75, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1001, Latvia

    The tour finishes at the Daile theatre, approximately 15 min walk to the old town

Itinerary

1

Latviešu strēlnieku laukums

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

2

Museum of the Occupation of Latvia

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

3

1991 Barikazu Laukums

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

4

Baltic Way Footprint Monument

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

5

Freedom Monument

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

6

Nativity of Christ Cathedral

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

7

Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

8

Brivibas Iela

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

9

KGB Building

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

10

Dailes Theatre

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Pushchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travellers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0
based on 9 reviews
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Great tour, super informative!

Edward_G, Jan 2026
Edvards is so extremely passionate about this topic! His knowledge is immense, yet he conveys it in a way that is easy to understand and follow along. I really enjoyed this tour and it’s the perfect way to actually understand the history of the city you’re visiting, rather than just check out some coffee shops and move on to the next city. Thank you Edvards!

Totally worthwhile and incredibly interesting

Robert_H, Dec 2025
A great tour from Edvards. What made it really special was how he wove the history and experience of his own family into things - really brought everything to life. And then, as we walked between sites, he was happy to answer further questions with even more knowledge.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thanks so much for the review Robert! Very glad to hear you found the tour worthwhile.

Great tour!!

Roger_M, May 2023
Very interesting presentation and explanation. Edwards was a fantastic guide. We learned a lot about this nice country!

Great tour

Lee_H, Dec 2022
Great guide, very engaging and informative. Lovely city with very interesting history. Tour was tailored to our requirements

Response from Host, Dec 2022

Thank you. Great to hear and all the best!

Excellent Tour - A must

Carolyn_R, Jul 2019
Excellent Tour, very informative about life under Soviet Rule in Riga, from a personal experience of the guide

From US$179.40

per group (up to 15)

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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