Riga by Bus & Boat: A Small Group Tour
Moderate Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU VISIT
Riga by Bus & Boat: A Small Group Tour
First on the itinerary is a city tour by bus. As you make your way through the bustling boulevards of Riga's city center, you'll notice fine examples of Art Nouveau architecture living side-by-side with contemporary buildings and monuments such as the Freedom Monument, erected in 1935 during Latvia's initial period of independence. A walk in Riga Old Town offers the opportunity to explore the cozy maze of cobblestone streets that look like a page out of a storybook. Enjoy the views of John's Yard, and medieval churches like St. Peter's, St. George's and St. John's en route to medieval dwelling houses such as the Three Brothers, Riga's oldest complex. From here, you'll walk to Dome Square, site of the magnificent Dome Cathedral. Your adventure ends with a cruise on the Daugava River aboard a wooden boat, built to replicate the 1907-era "Darling." Enjoy the scenery and panoramic views and city landmarks such as the Latvian National Opera, the towering pavilions of the Central Market and many other great architectural monuments.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
Photo ops abound during this impressive tour. From the profusion of sky-reaching spires of medieval churches to Gothic, Art Nouveau and medieval architecture to landmarks such as John's Yard, a small courtyard of a former Dominican monastery that originally adjoined the old city defensive wall.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
Church spires soar above Riga's rooftops and complete a postcard-perfect picture of the romantic skyline overlooking the Daugava River. One of the Latvian capital's main attractions is its architecture, particularly those buildings that were designed in Art Nouveau style and are responsible for the Old Town's status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Points of interest
Old Riga
Schedule
Special Notes
Wear comfortable walking shoes. This tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties due to the length of walking involved and cobblestones pavement. Sequence of stops may vary in order to prevent congestion. The boat portion of the tour may be canceled in case of unfavorable wind conditions It is advisable to wear waterproof clothing or/and carry an umbrella during a rainy day. Sequence of stops may vary in order to prevent congestion.
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Moderate Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU VISIT
Riga by Bus & Boat: A Small Group Tour
First on the itinerary is a city tour by bus. As you make your way through the bustling boulevards of Riga's city center, you'll notice fine examples of Art Nouveau architecture living side-by-side with contemporary buildings and monuments such as the Freedom Monument, erected in 1935 during Latvia's initial period of independence. A walk in Riga Old Town offers the opportunity to explore the cozy maze of cobblestone streets that look like a page out of a storybook. Enjoy the views of John's Yard, and medieval churches like St. Peter's, St. George's and St. John's en route to medieval dwelling houses such as the Three Brothers, Riga's oldest complex. From here, you'll walk to Dome Square, site of the magnificent Dome Cathedral. Your adventure ends with a cruise on the Daugava River aboard a wooden boat, built to replicate the 1907-era "Darling." Enjoy the scenery and panoramic views and city landmarks such as the Latvian National Opera, the towering pavilions of the Central Market and many other great architectural monuments.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
Photo ops abound during this impressive tour. From the profusion of sky-reaching spires of medieval churches to Gothic, Art Nouveau and medieval architecture to landmarks such as John's Yard, a small courtyard of a former Dominican monastery that originally adjoined the old city defensive wall.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
Church spires soar above Riga's rooftops and complete a postcard-perfect picture of the romantic skyline overlooking the Daugava River. One of the Latvian capital's main attractions is its architecture, particularly those buildings that were designed in Art Nouveau style and are responsible for the Old Town's status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Points of interest
Old Riga
Schedule
Special Notes
Wear comfortable walking shoes. This tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties due to the length of walking involved and cobblestones pavement. Sequence of stops may vary in order to prevent congestion. The boat portion of the tour may be canceled in case of unfavorable wind conditions It is advisable to wear waterproof clothing or/and carry an umbrella during a rainy day. Sequence of stops may vary in order to prevent congestion.