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Top 15 Tours in Latvia

121 tours  ·  from $6 a head

A long weekend or a full week, the shape is the same: Riga on foot, then a run of day trips that all leave from the same few streets. The 15 below are the ones worth the slot, priced and timed, with the full catalogue underneath.

Riga Old Town walking tour - Gothic details at St. John’s Church
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Riga Old Town walking tour

1.Riga Old Town walking tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 304 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $18Our pick

Walk Riga’s Old Town from Town Hall Square to Dome Square with a local English-speaking guide. Hear stories about St. Peter’s tower, the blue flowers of Livu Square, the Cat House, Gothic churches, Latvia’s past, and modern life. Guides such as Rita, Guna, Carlos, Baiba, and Karlis have led engaging tours, though larger groups can make hearing difficult.

“Would recommend this tour. Very knowledgeable and interesting tour guide Guna. Got to know many interesting historical and fun facts about Riga an Latvia.”

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Latvian food tasting tour at Riga Central market - What you will taste across the five hangars
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Latvian food tasting tour at Riga Central market

2.Latvian food tasting tour at Riga Central market

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 241 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $44

Spend about two hours walking through all five historic Zeppelin hangars at Riga Central Market with a small group and guide Guna. You’ll sample Latvian meats, fish, cheeses, rye bread, pickles, sweets, peas, and local drinks. Tastings can amount to a light meal, though the tour is not sold as lunch.

“The meeting place was 500 meters from the market! It would have been easier to meet AT the market. There were too many people (22) and you could not hear most of what was said. The food samplings were: a smoked drumstick, raspberries, a shot of a local liquor, a bottle of water, grey peas and meat, a piece of candy, 2 pieces of cheese, 3 small pieces of bread with spreads (hemp, dried tomato, garlic/cheese, more cheese, pickled vegetables and fish with bubbly white wine, rye truffle and a danish pastry”

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2 countries! Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska castle - Rundale Palace, Latvia’s grand showpiece
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2 countries! Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska castle

3.2 countries! Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska castle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 225 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $157Top rated

Travel from Riga in a small group of up to eight with guides such as Jānis or Viesturs. Visit Bauska Castle, Rundale Palace, the Latvia-Lithuania border, and the Hill of Crosses. You get included admissions, free time at each stop, and a local guide who adds stories, snacks, and practical help along the way.

“What a fantastic tour! As a regular visitor to Riga, it was great to see and learn about some other parts of the country. Rundale Palace reminded me a lot of the grand palaces it St Petersburg, whilst The Hill of Crosses in Lithuania was quite a site to behold. Jānis the tour guide was great at explaining about each place, as well as being very down to earth and just generally great fun!”

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Discover Riga Bike Tour - The Old Jewish Cemetery and Moscow district
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Discover Riga Bike Tour

4.Discover Riga Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 166 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $47

Ride through Riga’s old center, Latgale Suburb, the former Jewish Ghetto, the Moscow district, Alberta iela, and canal-side parks with a local guide. Arturs, James, Arseny, and other guides lead small or larger groups in English. Bikes and helmets are included, and the mostly flat route covers parts of Riga many walking tours miss.

“I had a great time exploring the Moscow District on this unique tour. I was lucky enough to be the only one booked in for the bike tour with Arseny, my own private tour. He was a great guide and i had opportunity to find out about the city in depth and ask all the questions. Arseny made me feel comfortable and I would highly recommend booking a tour with this company.”

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From Riga: Hill of Crosses & Jelgava Highlights - The road from Riga makes the day more useful
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From Riga: Hill of Crosses & Jelgava Highlights

5.Hill of Crosses & Jelgava Highlights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 149 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $54

Leave Riga at 9:00 for a full-day trip into Lithuania and southern Latvia. An English-speaking guide such as Viktorija, Erlens, or Janis explains Baltic history en route, then gives you time at the Hill of Crosses, a border photo stop, Jelgava’s Orthodox cathedral, riverside promenade, and palace. Lunch is extra, with pre-ordering available.

“Great insight into history of Latvian and Riga on the way to Lithuania to visit the Hill of Crosses. An amazing sight and you can purchase a cross if you wish to place amongst the thousands!,, The lunch stop in Jelgava was a delight (you pay for this). This small town is very picturesque and so clean. Tour includes visit to Orthodox Church and ex palace in Jelgava. Our guide Victoria was first class , full of knowledge and so approachable.”

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Riga Gun Range: shooting with Winchester, Glock17, & Kalashnikov - Safety comes before the fun
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Riga Gun Range: shooting with Winchester, Glock17, & Kalashnikov

6.Riga Gun Range: shooting with Winchester, Glock17, & Kalashnikov

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 148 reviews · 40 minutes (approx.) · from $66

Meet an English-speaking instructor at Riga Shooting Range for a short, closely supervised session with a Glock 17, Kalashnikov, and Winchester. You get 11 included shots, safety gear, clear handling instruction, and your target to take home. Instructors including Janis and Varis have helped first-timers feel at ease, while extra weapons and rounds can be added at the range.

“Our instructor was helpful and gave a clear guide on how to shoot. I had a fun first time shooting and I will come back if I’m ever in Riga”

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Best of Riga Walking Tour - Highlights and Hidden Gems - Vecrīga and the stories behind the stones
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Best of Riga Walking Tour – Highlights and Hidden Gems

7.Best of Riga Walking Tour – Highlights and Hidden Gems

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 147 reviews · from $154

See Riga’s finest Art Nouveau buildings, Old Town landmarks, and Central Market with a local guide such as Liga, Edīte, or Kristina. The four-hour route covers about 8 km, includes a refreshment break, and ends with 4 to 6 Latvian food samples. Comfortable shoes are essential.

“Liga was punctual, friendly and very informative. Her English is excellent - highly recommend this tour.”

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Riga Old Town Walking Tour in a Small Group - Why the guide can make or break the walk
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Riga Old Town Walking Tour in a Small Group

8.Riga Old Town Walking Tour in a Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 132 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $22

Walk Riga’s UNESCO-listed Old Town in a group of 3 to 20 with a local English-speaking guide. In 90 minutes, you’ll see major medieval and Renaissance buildings, hear personal stories, and get tips for eating, drinking, shopping, and trying Riga Black Balsam.

“Wonderful tour filled with Riga’s rich history. Easy walking with lots of small details that add to the charm of Riga!”

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5,5 Hour Small Group Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga - Leaving Riga in a small shared vehicle
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5,5 Hour Small Group Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga

9.5,5 Hour Small Group Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 127 reviews · 5 hours 40 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Travel from Riga to Lithuania’s Hill of Crosses in a shared vehicle for up to eight people. Guides such as Jānis, Krista, and Viesturs add local stories, photo stops, and practical help. You’ll have about an hour at the hill, with a virtual guide, printed notes, and the option to leave a cross of your own.

“Very interesting, Yannis had a lot to tell us throughout the journey to the hill of crosses. Impressive and emotional place. Definitely worth it.”

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Riga Sightseeing Tour by Canal Boat with Audioguide - The Freedom Monument and Riga’s central landmarks
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Riga Sightseeing Tour by Canal Boat with Audioguide

10.Riga Sightseeing Tour by Canal Boat with Audioguide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 118 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $15Best value

See Riga from water on a one-hour canal and Daugava cruise with an audio guide in several languages. You’ll pass the National Opera, Freedom Monument, Central Market, Old Town skyline, Kipsala, and Vansu Bridge. Bring your smartphone and headphones. The boat holds up to 20 people and returns to the central canal pier.

“There were several things that were not good at this trip. The seats had very little leg space so even short persons had hard to sit comfortably. The English spoken guidance voice in the loudspeakers were at a too low volume, it was very hard to hear what was said. People around us were listening to the guidance in other languages WITHOUT headphones. It was very annoying. But at least the trip itself was beautiful.”

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Husky Dog Sledding Tour From Riga - Meeting the huskies and learning to steer
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Husky Dog Sledding Tour From Riga

11.Husky Dog Sledding Tour From Riga

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 106 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $174

Meet guides such as Jans or Ilze and a lively husky team near Salaspils. Learn to steer a sled on a 3-kilometer forest track, or ride a dog-cart when snow is too thin. Afterward, enjoy hot drinks and snacks before walking through snowy forest trails in the Great Kangari Nature Reserve or at Blue Hill.

“We upgraded to the longer trip which I would recommend. Private tour up to the national park with very friendly dogs and hosts followed by a village tour and local wine tasting. It felt like we had the whole place to ourselves.”

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Group Day trip to Rundale Palace, Hill of Crosses & Bauska Castle - Rundale Palace, the day’s clear centerpiece
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Group Day trip to Rundale Palace, Hill of Crosses & Bauska Castle

12.Group Day trip to Rundale Palace, Hill of Crosses & Bauska Castle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $151

Travel from Riga in a small air-conditioned van with a driver-guide such as Paul, Tomass, Gints, or Kristine. See Bauska Castle, tour Rundale Palace, cross into Lithuania for the Hill of Crosses, and return after about eight hours. Expect flexible free time, countryside views, and several hours on the road.

“I am glad I decided to do this trip. I could have visited these places by myself, however, having a guide to explain the background and also the history of those places made it much more enjoyable. The guide, Tomass, was extremely knowledgeable about the places we visited and really knew how to keep us informed and entertianed!”

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Private Riga Old Town Walking Tour - House of the Black Heads and Town Hall Square
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Private Riga Old Town Walking Tour

13.Private Riga Old Town Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)

Walk Riga’s Old Town with a private English-speaking guide for about 1 hour 45 minutes. You’ll see the House of the Black Heads, St. Peter’s Church, the Cat House, Swedish Gate, the Three Brothers, and the Freedom Monument from outside, with time for questions and local stories. Guides include Edvards, Kaspars, Eva, Santa, and Rihards.

“The private tour was great and I would definitely recommend! Rihards is very engaging, passionate about his city and had a lot of historical and cultural information to share. We had only one day in Riga and this tour definitely helped us maximise our time there. Rihards was also super flexible/accomodating. Our flight was delayed and he was able to postpone the tour by 2 hours. Additionally, we were able to arrange a tour meeting spot which was closer to our hotel making it more convenient. All in all a really nice experience. If you read this Rihards -Thanks again!”

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From Riga: Best of Kemeri National Park In One Day - Wet forests, sulphur springs, and the story beneath the ground
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From Riga: Best of Kemeri National Park In One Day

14.Best of Kemeri National Park In One Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $235

Travel from Riga with an eco-tour leader to Kemeri National Park, the Great Kemeri Bog Boardwalk, sulphur springs, Lake Kaņieris, and Ragaciems beach. Groups are capped at eight, with hotel pickup, round-trip transport, local Latvian snacks, and an improv-travel style that leaves room for nature and weather.

“My husband and I enjoyed our trip with Rolands. He was an expert on environmental issues and shared his knowledge and enthusisiam. with us. We enjoyed the diversity of the tour taking in bog, lake, forest and beach areas. He supplied a picnic of traditional Latvian fare, which we enjoyed. We were picked up promptly at our hotel and returned there afterwards.”

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Pub Crawl in Riga

15.Pub Crawl in Riga

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 58 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $36

Start at 9 p.m. in Vecrīga and follow an English-speaking guide through three bars and a local dance club. You receive one beer or shot at each stop, with karaoke, live music, drinking games, and chances to meet other people. Guides including Ginta, Gita, Alex, and Ilze have led the crawl.

“The only thing I could suggest is that the tour starts an hour later so the pubs are more crowded. Apart from that we had an amazing time.”

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