Riga Art Nouveau Museum

To see, hear and smell outside of Riga Old Town! In 2.5 hours we are going to show you places outside the old town. The bike tour focuses on remarkable areas - the Art Nouveau district, Boulevard Circle, apart parks and the Moscow suburb with its gems. Places which are out of reach by walking but easily accessible by bicycle and more bicycle-friendly than the cobblestone-covered streets of the Old Town. During our tour, you will be introduced to several Unesco sites of Riga. While cycling at an easy pace you’ll be introduced to many interesting objects and places which are not necessarily included in tour guide books, but are an important part of our city and its history. We’ll have also some short stops for taking pictures. Only bike tour in Riga using tour guide system! Thanks to a professional tour guide system (headphones for you and a microphone for the guide) this tour is much more efficient and safe than a regular bike tour. Also, we employ some of the best guides in the city, meaning you will be fully engaged and entertained the whole way through. Easy-level bike tour for Riga visitors. Thanks to these features and also the fact that Riga is flat, the Riga Highlight Bike tour is suitable for cyclists of all ages and the level of difficulty is EASY. As for a GROUP tour there is minimum 4 participants in order to run the tour!

This pass allows you to make the hop-on-hop-off tour. Departing from the Town Square(Triangula Bastion), the tour runs through three districts. First, the bus goes to Pardaugava, an area that overlooks ancient cathedrals on the left bank of the river Daugava. Crossing the Stone Bridge, take in the panorama of the Old City. Then, pass the Boulevard Ring, see the famous Monument of Freedom, the Opera House, the Powder Tower, and much more. See Riga's Central Market, the largest covered market in Europe. Then you can see a range of architectural styles, from romantic facades to decorative art nouveau. See the famous Alberta Street, with its detailed facades and Michael Eisenstein architecture.

Welcome to the enchanting city of Riga, where history and culture merge seamlessly with modern charm. To enhance your exploration of this captivating Latvian capital, we are thrilled to present the Riga Self-Guided Audio Tour – an immersive and convenient way to uncover the rich tapestry of Riga's past, present, and future. Nestled along the banks of the Daugava River, Riga boasts a UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town that transports you through centuries of architectural wonders. Our audio tour is your personal guide, leading you through cobblestone streets lined with medieval buildings, vibrant markets, and picturesque squares. As you wander, allow the narrations to unfold the tales of Riga's medieval origins, its role as a prominent Hanseatic League member, and the legacy of various empires that have left an indelible mark on its urban fabric. The Riga Self-Guided Audio Tour isn't just a journey through history; it's a window into the dynamic present of this cosmopolitan city. Explore the Art Nouveau district, a testament to Riga's unique architectural identity, and immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of Central Market, one of Europe's largest and most vibrant markets. Navigate through the contemporary districts, adorned with modern structures and cutting-edge designs, showcasing Riga's evolution into a hub of innovation and creativity. Our carefully curated audio guide ensures you won't miss the hidden gems and lesser-known stories that make Riga truly special. Learn about the folklore, legends, and traditions that have shaped the city's character, and discover the significance of landmarks such as the iconic Freedom Monument and the medieval Riga Castle. The Riga Self-Guided Audio Tour is designed for the independent traveler, allowing you to explore at your own pace. Whether you're a history buff, architecture enthusiast, or simply someone seeking to absorb the atmosphere of this Baltic gem, our audio tour provides a seamless and informative experience. Learn more about the top 16 tourist attractions in Riga. Its history, culture, myths, architecture, and other important facts are in this audio commentary which starts from the city's central station then the itinerary gradually moves one by one. 1. Rīga-Pasažieru (Riga Central Station) 2. Old City of Riga 3. St. Peter's Church 4. House of the Black Heads 5. Riga Town Hall Square 6. Riga Cathedral 7. Latvian War Museum 8. Freedom Monument 9. Museum of the Occupation of Latvia 10. Riga Nativity of Christ Orthodox Cathedral 11. The Corner House 12. Riga Art Nouveau Center 13. Alberta Street 14. National Library of Latvia 15. Observation Deck of the Latvian Academy of Sciences 16. Riga Central Market So, grab your headphones, embark on this audio adventure, and let the streets of Riga speak to you. Uncover the layers of history, feel the pulse of the city, and create memories that will linger long after your visit. Welcome to Riga – where every cobblestone has a story to tell.

Love the mysteries, enigmas, detectives and thrillers? History is your passion ? The tour “Riga of Spies” designed for you. The tour starts at Freedom monument and finish at Lido-Vermanitis restaurant. During about 3 hours of tour through Old town streets, yards and cellars to elegant embassy’s quarter and exquisite Art Nouveau Alberta street and brown-grey KGB building the guide will show you sightseeing and told the stories about: 1) Great Northern war , how Latvian spied for Sweden against Russians before battle of Narva. 2) Rituals of Riga`s XVIII century franc-masonry 3) Spying for economics reasons-unknown story of Riga black balsam (1780-thies) 4) Police of tsars against Russian revolutionaries - police`s trackers, anarchists, Bolsheviks, terrorist attacks. 5) the duel of German and Russian secret services in Riga and around during world war one. 6) Who killed Soviet diplomatic courier comrade Theodor Nette ? 7) Latvian secret services and subversive activities of Tcheka/NKVD 8) Abwehr (German military intelligence) in Latvia 9) James Bonds from British M6 against KGB. 10) Riga and Mitrokhin archives You will see: - Swedish gates and Riga Old town - Houses of freemasonry - Powder tower - Riga black balsam (legendary drink) café and cellar - The office of Smersh (Soviet counter espionage intelligence) near Riga`s Great Guild - Where in Riga`s Old town resided Sherlock Holmes from Soviet TV series of end 1970thies - Office of Abwehr in Riga - Russian, Swedish and British embassies - Art Nouveau quarter- The brothel for Russian officers where in 1916 the German spies were arrested. - KGB building - The tour finish at popular restaurant, where tourists can to enjoy beer and delicious, inexpensive meals in traditional atmosphere of Latvian inn of good old days. The guide has academic degrees of Mg.hist. and Dr. Theol, the tour is strictly based on archival sources and scientific literature.

The tour begins on Freedom Street, where you can believe the statement that Riga is a vibrant metropolis. First we look at the outside of some Art Nouveau houses on Freedom Street, built in the style of Latvian national romanticism. Then we go to Elisabethstrasse, where Heinz Erhardt once lived. Elisabethstrasse and the nearby Albertastrasse are characterized by the decorative Art Nouveau style of Michael Eisenstein. And finally we visit the famous Riga Art Nouveau Museum, which is much more than just a museum. It is an Art Nouveau apartment with a piano room, fireplace room, dining room and bedroom and kitchen. And the guides there are dressed according to the spirit of the times and the era. A short musical interlude awaits you in the piano room, but in the kitchen we also reveal the name of Heinz Erhardt's favorite meal. By the way, you can taste this in many pubs in Riga.