Riga: Art Nouveau highlights & Visit of Art Nouveau Museum
Latvia
Let yourself be enchanted and surprised by the sophisticated Art Nouveau flair in Riga. Experience Riga as a vibrant metropolis at the beginning of the 20th century and today.
Art Nouveau Walking Tour in Riga
This guided walking tour explores Art Nouveau architecture along Freedom, Elisabeth, and Alberta Streets in Riga, suitable for architecture and history enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Explore Art Nouveau architecture on Freedom, Elisabeth, and Alberta Streets
- Visit the Art Nouveau Museum, an authentic period apartment
- Enjoy a brief piano performance inside the museum
Description
The tour starts on Freedom Street, showcasing Latvian national romanticism through impressive Art Nouveau buildings. Next, the route continues to Elisabeth Street, where Heinz Erhardt once lived, and nearby Alberta Street, known for the decorative Art Nouveau style designed by Michael Eisenstein.
The highlight is the visit to Riga’s Art Nouveau Museum, a preserved apartment featuring period rooms such as the piano room, fireplace room, dining room, bedroom, and kitchen. Guides in period costumes provide historical context. During the visit, you will hear a short piano intermezzo and learn about Heinz Erhardt’s favorite meal, which can be sampled at local pubs in Riga.
Includes
- Guided walking tour
Excludes
- Entrance fee to the Art Nouveau Museum
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
For the best experience, wear comfortable shoes and check the Art Nouveau Museum opening hours to purchase your entrance ticket in advance.
