Top Riga Craft Classes

Take a break from sightseeing in Riga to try your hand at jewelry-making. This workshop with a local artisan will allow you to create customized jewelry from colorful glass; shipping is included so you can get your treasures home safely. Make rings, earrings, or pendants to take home for the perfect handmade souvenir.

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.

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.

No need to share your instructor with anyone else during this private workshop in Riga as you try your hand at designing a glass fruit bowl and learn the ins and outs of glass working in the process. Hand paint your own fruit bowl to suit your personal taste. Finished bowls can only be collected after one or two days.

Pedal through Riga’s scenic parks and historic neighborhoods on a bike tour that explores some of the city’s top landmarks. Riding a bike takes you beyond the compact Old Town to see parts of the city that aren’t easily walkable and that many visitors miss. Plus, Riga’s flat terrain makes this a good fit for riders of all fitness levels.

A mosaic is always more than just the sum of its pieces and the process in itself can be a highly meditative and focused activity. Every piece of glass will find its place and become part of a greater whole, be it an abstract and colorful piece or a more intricate and detailed design. The choice is all yours. Since this workshop requires nothing but creativity it is accessible for all ages. So whether you want to spend a little time with yourself, focusing on a calming yet creative task, or you have a child that wants to creatively express themselves – this is the workshop to choose! You can come with your whole family – we’ve had children as young as two create small masterpieces with the mosaic technique – or bring your friends along. This workshop makes for a nice opportunity to have a stress free and creative day out with the people you love.

This is a perfect activity if you're looking for something creative art and craft related while in Riga. Since I only work with individuals or small groups you will get a very personalized insight into the basics of jewelry making and spend a couple of hours in a creative free-flowing atmosphere with a stunning view.

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.

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.

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.

Don’t stress about the language barrier when taking a taxi from Riga International Airport, instead organize a private airport transfer in Riga with an English-speaking driver. Meet your driver holding a name board in the arrivals hall and they will take you directly to your Riga hotel or accommodation. This private transfer is limited to seven passengers.

Jurmala is Latvia’s biggest and most popular beach resort, less than an hour from Riga. On this tour, enjoy magnificent views as you drive along the Baltic coast, explore the beaches of Jurmala, visit a traditional fish smokery, and go hiking in the Kemeri National Park.

Visiting Latvia’s many palaces can be tricky without hiring a car. On this full-day tour from Riga, travel directly from your hotel to the Bauska region’s many palaces in an air-conditioned minivan. Stop at Bauska Castle and Rundale Palace with Garden and learn about the area from your English speaking driver.