Discover the complex history of Riga and its famous landmarks on this engaging self-guided audio tour. Learn about the origins of the Latvian language, the fate of churches during the Soviet occupation, and the history of Latvia’s symbol of independence.
Discover the complex history of Riga and its famous landmarks on this engaging self-guided audio tour. Learn about the origins of the Latvian language, the fate of churches during the Soviet occupation, and the history of Latvia’s symbol of independence.
- St. Peter’s Church - Your tour starts at the church.
- Riga Town Hall Square - You’ll stop briefly in Town Hall Square.
- Dome Square - You’ll stop briefly in Dome Square.
- St. Jacobâs Catholic Cathedral of Riga - You stop briefly next to the church.
- The Swedish Gate - You’ll pass through the Swedish Gate.
- The Freedom Monument - The tour ends at the Freedom Monument.
- St. Peter’s Church - Your tour starts at the church.
- Riga Town Hall Square - You’ll stop briefly in Town Hall Square.
- Dome Square - You’ll stop briefly in Dome Square.
- St. Jacobâs Catholic Cathedral of Riga - You stop briefly next to the church.
- The Swedish Gate - You’ll pass through the Swedish Gate.
- The Freedom Monument - The tour ends at the Freedom Monument.
- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food/Drink
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food/Drink
If a historical yet contemporary overview of Riga is what you seek, then this audio guide tour is perfect for you. It covers not only Riga’s rich past but also paints a picture of life here today. This excursion will take us to landmark locations like St Peter’s Church, Town Hall Square, and Dome Square, but won’t resemble a tiring history lecture. The…
If a historical yet contemporary overview of Riga is what you seek, then this audio guide tour is perfect for you. It covers not only Riga’s rich past but also paints a picture of life here today. This excursion will take us to landmark locations like St Peter’s Church, Town Hall Square, and Dome Square, but won’t resemble a tiring history lecture. The tour will unravel the fascinating beginnings of the Latvian language, reveal the destiny of churches during the Soviet rule, and delve into the less-known history of Latvia’s emblem of liberation.
Highlights of this tour comprise of:
• Unravelling the birth of the Christmas tree tradition
• Visit to the street featured in the popular Russian adaptation of Sherlock Holmes
• Digging into the unique history of Dome square
• Visiting the residence of what was once the world’s largest pipe organ
• An extensive exploration of the local Russian community
• Tracing the significance of Latvia’s liberation symbol
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
