The 5 Best Evening Experiences in Riga

1.Sunset at Kemeri National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $77Our pick

Leave Riga with a small group and walk the Great Kemeri Bog boardwalk, reached by a short forest path. Guides Krista, Janis, or Richard share local history and explain the bog ecosystem. You’ll also stop at Jurmala Beach, with transport included and a return to central Riga.

“This trip combined a pleasant hike at a nearby national park, the chance to see the area around Riga, and lots of good information and recent history by our guide Krista. She clearly knew her stuff and enjoyed it, and that helped make the trip even better. I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a chance to get out of Riga and/or to fill an evening.”

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2.Riga at Night Photoshoot Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $166

Join photographer Uri Foto at 10:30 p.m. for a 90-minute private walk through Riga’s Old Town. You’ll learn about landmarks such as the Freedom Monument, Powder Tower, Riga Cathedral, and House of the Black Heads while posing for carefully composed night portraits. Expect 20 to 40 high-resolution edited photos by email within three working days.

“Uri is such a passionate guy and friendly photographer! He told us stories and took pictures of us in many nice spots of the Old Town, including the Christmas markets. What I liked the most is that he made us feel comfortable all the time althRead more”

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3.Evening or Sunset Boat Tour with Drink and Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 10 reviews · from $13Best value

You’ll cruise from Andrejosta Marina through Riga’s canals and onto the open water, passing the President’s Castle, Old Town, Opera House, bridges, and TV tower. Choose sunset or night departure. Toms may be your captain, and your welcome drink can be sparkling wine, beer, water, or a soft drink.

“This was a very nice, relaxing cruise with a beautiful view of the city. Toms, our captain, was very friendly.”

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4.Pub Crawl- Your best night out in Riga with our local guide!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $42

Meet near St. Peter’s Church in Riga Old Town for an English-language night out led by a local party guide. You’ll visit three pubs, try local beers or cocktails, play games, and finish at a nightclub around 1am. Guide Ginny is specifically praised for karaoke, dancing, and giving the group freedom to choose what comes next.

“Had a great time. Good job Ginny! Karaoke, games and dancing. I liked that you gave us freedom to choose when and where to go. Thank you!”

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5.Jurmala sunset tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $94

Travel from Riga to Jurmala in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi and bottled water. With guide Krista or another Latvian Gem guide, you will see wooden villas, Soviet-era blocks, Dzintari Forest Park, Jomas Street, and Jurmala Beach. The tour lasts about three to four hours and includes free time for swimming, a drink, or a beach walk.

“This tour was the highlight of our trip to Riga! Krista was brilliant - very knowledgeable and friendly. It really did feel like you were on a trip with a friend. 100% recommend this trip and company - we already can’t wait to come back to Latvia and do another tour!”

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