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15 Best Riga Old Town Tours

Riga’s Old Town tours blur together on paper, so I sorted out which ones earn your two hours. The medieval core is UNESCO-listed, but the bigger surprise sits just outside it: Europe’s densest stretch of Art Nouveau architecture. Strong guides cover both; the districts are fifteen minutes apart on foot.

1.Riga: Guided Old Town Walking Tour

Discover Riga’s charm on a 2-hour guided Old Town walking tour filled with historical sights, stories, and local tips—perfect for first-timers and culture lovers.

Most Popular★ 4.8

“Great informative tour. Guna was conscious of the cold and made sure we could warm up where possible. Really interesting details and beautiful scenery!”

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2.Riga Package: Canal Boat Tour + Drink & Old Town Audio Guide

Experience Riga from the water with a charming canal boat tour, including a welcome drink and an engaging audio guide exploring the city's highlights.

★ 4.3

“A lovely river cruise with an insightful audio guide! Gorgeous weather and a smooth drive! Lovely to explore Riga from a different point of view - definitely recommend!”

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3.Riga: Old Town Walking Tour with Art Nouveau Highlights

Explore Riga's charming Old Town and stunning Art Nouveau architecture on this 2-hour guided walking tour, perfect for history buffs and architecture lovers alike.

★ 4.7

“A very good tour showing the history and beauty of Riga. It was great to learn so much and see the beautiful architecture too. The guide was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. I would recommend this tour.”

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4.Riga Old Town Walking Tour

Embark on a journey through the cobbled streets of Riga Old Town where history beckons - but what hidden gems await?

★ 4.5

“Riga is a beautiful city with a rich and interesting history. Our guide did an excellent job of showing us the highlights. What a fabulous experience!”

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5.Riga: Old Town Walking Tour in a Small Group or Private

Discover Riga's medieval charm on a 1.5-hour guided walking tour through the UNESCO-listed Old Town, featuring historic landmarks and local insights.

★ 4.7

“Great tour with great cultural insights. We left with more knowledge than we arrived with—I always thought of Riga as a post-Soviet city, when in reality it has elements of German, Swedish, Russian, and now Latvian rule! Definitely worth the time and money.”

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6.Riga: Private Walking Tour with a Local

Discover Riga through a personalized private walking tour with a local guide, exploring hidden gems, authentic stories, and local tips for a genuine experience.

★ 4.7

“Anastasia was very pleasant as well as very knowledgeable. She provided various nuances which are not normally known. Since we’re slow walkers we overshot the tour by 15 minutes but Anastasia was forthcoming till the end.”

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

Marvel at the enchanting streets of Riga, uncovering hidden gems and iconic landmarks - but what truly sets this tour apart may surprise you.

★ 5.0

“An informative and extensive tour. Liga, our guide, was very knowledgeable and told us all about the different areas we visited (old town, art nouveau district, Freedom Monument, central market) and made excellent recommendations for foods to try. Highly recommended.”

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9.Walking Tour in Old Town

Get ready to unravel the mysteries of Riga's Old Town with a walking tour that will transport you through time - are you ready to discover what lies hidden within the cobblestone streets?

★ 4.5

“Good tour. Well arranged and with earphones on you could hear everything. Good start to our few days here”

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11.Riga Classical Old Town 2-Hour Walking Tour

Explore Riga’s Old Town on a 2-hour guided walking tour, uncovering historic sites, legends, and stunning architecture with knowledgeable guides.

★ 4.3

“Herzlichsten Dank an Normunds Silars für den perfekten Rundgang durch die Stadt und die wertvollen Tipps in Riga, Zum Beispiel das kleine Orgelkonzert im Dom”

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13.Private Riga Old Town Walking Tour

Journey through Riga's enchanting Old Town with a local guide, unraveling hidden stories and secrets waiting to be discovered.

★ 5.0

“Kaspers is a friendly and personable guide who weaves in several stories and myths of the Old Town sights and history. I had an enjoyable morning.”

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14.Riga: Stories of Soviet Riga Guided Walking Tour

Discover Riga’s Soviet past on a 2-hour guided walking tour exploring Soviet architecture, historic monuments, and personal stories from locals.

★ 4.9

“Our tour guide Gunta was excellent, the tour was really interesting and hearing her personal experiences really brought it to life. Would highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting Riga.”

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15.Old Town Walking Tour of Riga

Journey through Riga's Old Town to uncover the secrets of its past and present, where each cobblestone holds a story waiting to be told.

★ 4.5

“Our guide Maria was very knowledgeable and recommended other places in the town to visit - restaurant and cafe, plus some roads with amazing architecture.”

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4.0Riga Art Nouveau Walking Tour1 hour 45 minutes (approx.)$36.09 5.02 Hours Walking Tour in Legends and Secret of Rigas Old Town2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$108.43 4.8Walking Tour of Riga’s Beautiful Art Nouveau Architecture2 hours$77 4.5Best Of Riga Walking Tour: Old Town1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$24.00 3.6Audio Tour of Riga Old Town15 days$12 4.0Old Town And Art Nouveau Walking Tour Of Riga3 hours (approx.)$168.58 5.0Big Riga: Old Town & Art Nouveau quarter3 hours$35 5.0Best of Riga Private Walking Tour2 hours$479 4.2Rigas Jewish Heritage: A 2 h Walking Tour in a small group$47 4.9Riga’s Old Center and Art Nouveau Tour3 hours$94 4.8Riga: Private Old Town Walking Tour 5.0Private Photoshoot in Old Town of Riga1 hour (approx.)$139.68 5.0Old Riga Walking Tour / Riga Old Town Walk2 hours (approx.)$120.16 4.5Small Group Art Nouveau Walking Tour 2h2 hours (approx.)$43.77 5.0Riga Art Nouveau Outdoor Escape Game1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$5.96 5.0Private Riga Art Nouveau Tour2 hours (approx.)$178.71 5.0Old Riga Walking Tour: Legends & Hidden Gems EN, DE, ESP$15 5.0Riga Old Town Photoshoot & exploration 5.0Ultimate Art Nouveau Experience in Riga2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$130.18 5.0Riga Private Walking Tour3 hours (approx.)$195.18 4.8Riga Balsam Tasting & Guided Old Town Tour1.5 hours$112 5.0Rigas Architecture: a Self-Guided Audio Tour of the Citys Art Nouveau History$5.20 3.5Old Town Sightseeing Tour in Riga by Electro Bus$11.97 4.6Riga: 1-Hour Old Town Tour1 hour$211