Riga Grand CIty Tour: Old Town Walk & Panoramic Bus Ride

Old Town, Riga, Latvia



Discover Riga’s rich history, elegant architecture, and vibrant atmosphere on a city tour. Combine the comfort of a panoramic bus ride with a guided walking tour through the Old Town.

Highlights

  • See more of Riga by combining cabrio bus sightseeing with guided walks
  • Enjoy live commentary from your ENG speaking guide throughout the entire tour
  • Discover Riga Central Market, cross the Daugava and explore historic Āgenskalns
  • Walk through Riga's famous Art Nouveau district and admire its architecture
  • Explore the Freedom Monument, boulevard circle & medieval streets of Old Riga

Description

Discover more of Riga in one fully guided experience. Travel comfortably between the city's highlights by cabrio bus, then step out with your guide to explore Riga's remarkable Art Nouveau architecture, green city centre and historic Old Town on foot. Cover more of Riga than on a traditional walking tour while enjoying a more personal, fully guided experience than a standard sightseeing bus. Begin your journey in central Riga, just 500 metres from cruise ship pier MK-4, near the Riga Castle and Suspension Bridge. Your first panoramic bus section takes you past Riga Central Market before crossing the Daugava River. On the other side of the river, discover Āgenskalns, one of Riga's historic neighbourhoods, with your guide pointing out interesting sights along the way. Pass Āgenskalns Market and see the neighbourhood's distinctive architecture, including a unique Art Nouveau building. You will also see the striking pink Russian Orthodox church before continuing towards Riga's famous Art Nouveau district. Arriving at Riga's renowned Art Nouveau district, leave the bus and continue with your guide on foot. Take time to admire the magnificent façades up close and discover the stories, architecture and personalities behind one of Europe's richest collections of Art Nouveau buildings. After exploring the Art Nouveau district on foot, return to the cabrio bus and continue the guided panoramic sightseeing towards central Riga. Your guide continues the commentary as you travel back towards the city centre, giving you the opportunity to see more of Riga comfortably while learning about the places you pass. The last stop is near the Freedom Monument, where you leave the bus for the second guided walking section. From the Freedom Monument, walk towards Old Riga, the city's historic heart. Explore its atmospheric medieval streets and discover important landmarks, fascinating stories and the history that has shaped Riga over the centuries. This is not simply a bus tour followed by a walking tour. The entire experience is guided from beginning to end. The cabrio bus allows you to cover much more of Riga comfortably, including areas that would be difficult to reach on a walking tour. The walking sections then give you the chance to experience the city's most fascinating areas up close. You will see and experience Riga Central Market, Āgenskalns, the Daugava River, the Art Nouveau district, the Freedom Monument, Boulevard Circle and historic Old Riga—all as part of one continuous guided experience. The tour is ideal for first-time visitors, travellers with limited time and cruise passengers who want a comprehensive introduction to Riga without spending the entire experience walking or sitting on a sightseeing bus. See more of Riga, hear more about Riga and experience its highlights up close—with your guide accompanying you throughout the entire tour.

Includes

Panoramic city sightseeing by cabrio bus and walking Local certified English-speaking guide Guided walk through Riga’s Old Town & Art Nouveau Insightful commentary from a professional guide Tour guide system in order to hear your guide properly

Excludes

Tips Water

Important Information

  • Combines bus and walking elements for a broader and balanced experience
  • Ideal for first-time visitors and travelers with limited time, like cruise ship passengers
  • Starting point 500 m or 6 min walk from cruise ship terminal (MK-4)
  • Ending at Town Hall Square

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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