3-Hour Riga Old Town Walking Tour with Rigas Balzams Tasting

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Riga's unique blend of architectural styles in the Old Town
• 02 Visit iconic landmarks like Riga Castle and the Dome Cathedral
• 03 Experience the historic charm of St. Peter's Church and the Swedish Gate
• 04 Taste the traditional Riga beverage, Rigas Balzams
• 05 Enjoy a private guided walking tour with insights into Riga's past and culture

Enjoy a quick tour of the largest of the three Baltic capitals as you walk through Riga's Old Town and discover its unique kaleidoscope of architectural styles. Visit famous attractions such as Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral, St. Peter's Church, the Swedish Gate, and other iconic landmarks, while gaining insight into the city's past and culture. The experience also includes a tasting of Rigas Balzams, the traditional drink of Riga.

The experience also includes a tasting of Rigas Balzams, the traditional drink of Riga.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Riga

Languages English, German, Latvian, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Old Town Landmarks and Rigas Balzams Tasting

• A quick sightseeing tour of the Old Town with your Riga tour guide includes attractions such as Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral, St. Peter's Church, the Swedish Gate, the Three Brothers, the Large and Small Guilds, and the Freedom Monument.
• You will also get to taste Rigas Balzams, the traditional drink of Riga.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Riga tour guide

• Degustation of Riga traditional drink 'Rigas Balzams'

What's Not Included

• Personal expenses

Know before you go

• Rigas Balzams - The traditional recipe was created by Abraham Kunze, a pharmacist living in Riga, and is based on a composition of 24 different plants, flowers, buds, juices, roots, oils, and berries prepared in oak barrels. It is sold in handmade ceramic flagons. Over time, Riga Black Balsam has also gained international recognition, receiving more than 30 awards at international fairs.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Riga, Latvia

Tour start

Pils laukums 3, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.