€250
/group
Tasting tour by car
A private tasting tour done by a car - the only way to see and taste eateries outside of Riga's touristy city center.
Old town Rīga and Central Market – Private Tour
- Photo Friendly
- 4 Hours
- Max 8 people
Tour of Rīgas must-see sights and the traditional cuisine
Cover all of Rīga with this walking tour. Over the course of this tour, your guide will take you to many of the city’s essential landmarks while giving you information about the evolving culture of the region and viewing the medieval churches and merchant houses of Old Rīga. The tour will continue with a delicious visit to the Central Market and it's variety of traditional Latvian cuisine. You'll not only learn about the history and importance of the market, but also have a taste of whatever seasonal products are available (around 10 different types of foods/drinks). Last but not least, right next to the Central Market, Panorama Rīga Observation Deck will cover all of Rīga still not seen. Giving you a 360° view of the entire city and a great ending to a tour.
Typical Tour Itinerary
This is what the default tour would look like, but we are happy to change it according to your needs. (click on timeslot to expand)
Meet your guide by the House of the Black Heads
This is a great starting point for easy access to the Old Town.
Old City Riga
This is the oldest part of Riga, here you’ll see the history – how the city of Riga and nation of Latvians formed during last 8 centuries. The most important medieval churches, merchants’ houses, parts of fortification systems and even last few residential buildings of simple people that have survived from medieval times. You’ll hear stories of how people lived starting from times back when the city was just founded, through centuries up until soviet occupation and the modern life of the independent Latvia.
Our guide will be taking you to see some of the most iconic attractions of Riga, including The Three Brothers, House of the Blackheads, The Freedom Monument and much more.
Central Market
This is one of the very few main bazaars of European towns that still functions as an actual grocery market instead of being converted to a tourist trap selling souvenirs. Here you can have a peek in what local people actually shop for. You’ll explore the world of Latvian cuisine by tasting a few traditional things depending on the season and – if you like them – shop for items to bring back home with you. You’ll hear the stories of how and why the largest market of Europe at the time (and still) was built, and how it has managed to survive the otherwise victorious march of supermarket chains.
Panorama Riga Observation Deck
To end the tour, enjoy an incredible panoramic view of the entire city! Among locals, the observation deck is more known as the Latvian academy of Sciences. The building itself holds lots of history, serving as a symbol of the Soviet era, where it was built in honor of the Communist leader Stalin. Nowadays, the building offers more than an education. The tower is 107m tall and never fails to amaze tourists with it’s view. From the tallest point, you’ll be able to see the contrast of different districts in Riga…from the charming Old Town to the wooden Moscow suburbs and everything in-between. If your goal was to see the entire city, now, you sure will be able to say that you have.
Historic Landmarks
Riga's historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1997, but even though there's parts of it more than 800 years old, it's still a real, living city.
Fully Narrated Tour
Not only you'll see the sights, but you'll get to hear all the stories about the buildings, parks, monuments and the people behind them.
Hidden gems
Your guide will take you not only to the most important sights, but also to the roads less travelled, places that tour groups don't usually take.
Best* Guide Of Riga
Tour is done by a certified tourguide who also happens to have a college degree in cultural tourism. * as described by his mother and some of his friends.
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