Top Riga Historical Tours

Get an orientation to Riga on this no-cost 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 taste some local Latvian specialities and ask plenty of questions.

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 guided day trip makes it easy for travelers in Riga to cross over the Latvian 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, Latvia.

If you are traveling from Riga to Vilnius, you can turn the trip into a sightseeing excursion on this tour that takes you directly from Riga to your Vilnius hotel, stopping 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.

Take a journey from Riga over the Lithuanian border to see the Kryžių Kalnas, or Hill of Crosses. The Christian pilgrimage site, consisting of thousands of metal and wooden crosses placed on a hillside, has stood as a powerful symbol of resistance and faith since it was first erected in the 19th century. This guided tour will recount the history of the site and the legends that have grown around it, while leaving time to explore the grounds on your own.

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.

The Old Riga, Art Nouveau, and Central Market districts are three highlights within the city of Riga. On this small-group walking tour, visit all three and hear about the history and cultural heritage of Latvia. Learn about local culture from your guide as you stroll Riga’s scenic streets. Take time to sample traditional Latvian food.

Pedal through Riga’s gracious 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 many visitors miss; the option to upgrade to an e-bike makes this a good fit for riders of all fitness levels.

Riga Central Market is one of the largest in Europe, located at the heart of Riga’s UNESCO-listed Old Town. On this guided walking tour, immerse yourself in local life as you explore the lively market, learn about Latvian cuisine and cultural traditions from your guide, and tuck into a variety of local specialties like smoked meats, seasonal soups, cheeses, dumplings, pastries and more.

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 Rundale Palace, Mezotne Palace, Kaucmindes Palace, Bauska Castle, and Jelgava Palace and learn about the area from your English speaking driver.

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.

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.

Rather than wait on taxis and shared shuttles, travel as soon as you’re ready with this private airport transfer from Riga Airport to your hotel in the city. Find your name being held by your driver in the arrivals hall and go with them directly to your destination in central Riga. There is room for eight passengers in this private transfer.

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. On this half-day tour from Riga, depart from your hotel in an air-conditioned minivan and make your way to the castles with our English speaking driver. Learn about the area’s history and take in the views of the landscape from the castles.

Make your departure out of Riga a pleasant and easy experience by booking this private transfer service from the Latvian capital to Riga International Airport (RIX). Avoid uncertainty by booking your ride in advance. With door-to-door service from your hotel, you’ll save time by skipping taxi and shuttle lines so you can simply relax and enjoy your trip.

Take a day trip away from Riga and avoid the hassle of traveling with a group tour on this private tour to Rundale and Jelgava Palaces, Bauska Castle, and the Hill of Crosses. Enjoy time to explore independently and the option to add on additional excursions.

Learn about the Jewish history of Riga free from the slow-moving crowds that come with large tour groups on this private tour. Drive around the city in a private vehicle with your guide visiting places around Riga tied to Jewish life in Riga, including the Riga Synagogue and Riga Ghetto and Latvian Holocaust Museum. Entrance fees for memorials included.

Riga’s Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for its medieval monuments and striking architecture. On this tour, explore at your own pace with a private guide and learn more about the history of the Latvian capital. Along the way, stop to admire landmarks such as Saint Peter’s Church, Riga Cathedral, and Town Hall Square; see the Three Brothers and the Swedish Gate; and visit the historic Convention Yard.

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.

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.

Check out Riga on this shore excursion that starts from the port. With a guide, you’ll take a panoramic sightseeing tour to see Riga Castle and a wealth of monuments around the pretty Latvian capital. Stroll around Riga Old Town to hear the history behind the House of the Blackheads, then finish with a visit to the UNESCO-listed central district and the Art Nouveau Museum.

Don’t be restricted by the schedule of a group tour and see Sigulda and Turaida on your own terms with this private half-day tour from Riga. Travel by private vehicle to Sigulda to visit natural attractions along the Gauja River and two main attractions in the area, the Castle Of The Livonian Order and the Turaida Museum Reserve. Admission fees to the castles are not included.

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.

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.

Discover all that Riga has to offer visitors with a private guided tour of the city. Travel around Riga by car or minivan at first to visit attractions such as the city’s Art Nouveau district and the Riga Central Market. Then go for a walking tour around Riga Old Town to admire its various historic sights including the beautiful Blackheads House, Dom Square, and St. Peter's Church. There is a limit of seven travelers on this private tour.