Top Riga Art & Culture

Take a break from sightseeing in Riga to try your hand at jewelry-making. This half-day workshop with a local artisan will allow you to create customized jewelry from colorful glass; shipping is included so you can get your treasures home safely. Make rings, earrings, or pendants to take home for the perfect handmade souvenir.

Get an orientation to Riga on this no-cost tour with a guide providing navigation and insightful commentary. This is a great overview of the city for first-time visitors or travelers who prefer to explore on their own; you can get tips on where to visit further after the tour. You can also taste some local Latvian specialities and ask plenty of questions.

Riga is definitely a city with beautiful architecture everywhere, but especially stunning are the Art Nouveau buildings. This luxurious, totally decorative style of architecture is one of the main reasons why the historical centre is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List and why those who appreciate culture and art visit Riga in the first instance. This tour will introduce you to so-called "beautiful era" or La Belle Époque in the beginning of 20th century, when Riga was one of the wealthiest cities in Europe. Our lovely and professional guides will explain you the philosophical meaning hidden behind the luxury facade decorations and will show you some stunning Art Nouveau examples - the most famous ones on Alberta Street and those that only locals know. The tour also includes visit to Art Nouveau Museum that has an unique collection of Art Nouveau design, art & furnishings.

All our workshops are hosted at our 300 m2 street art venue. There is no other venues in Latvia like that. It is an indoor activity, so suitable also for colder weather :)

Delve into Riga’s enchanting Old Town on foot on a 2-hour private tour, with your own professional guide. Stroll from sight to sight, and hear intriguing tales and history as you see pretty landmarks such as the Three Brothers, St. George’s Church and the Powder Tower. Learn about the city’s medieval past and amble around Town Hall Square to admire the gabled buildings and House of the Blackheads, one of Riga’s architectural treasures. If there’s something you want to see more of, let your guide know: the itinerary is flexible.

Learn about Riga’s Soviet past as you explore the city’s highlights on this walking tour. Learn about the history of the city and what it was like to live during the Soviet era. This private tour is perfect for those who love Soviet history and want a deeper look at life behind the Iron Curtain.

If you are traveling from Riga to Vilnius, you can turn the trip into a sightseeing excursion on this tour that takes you directly from Riga to your Vilnius hotel, stopping at such attractions as Bauska Castle and the Hill of Crosses along the way. Your trip includes comfortable transportation and a guidebook to learn more about each location.

I offer a unique and relaxing massage for both men and women. Come to my private massage studio, relax and unwind.

Check out Riga on this shore excursion that starts from the port. With a guide, you’ll take a panoramic sightseeing tour to see Riga Castle and a wealth of monuments around the pretty Latvian capital. Stroll around Riga Old Town to hear the history behind the House of the Blackheads, then finish with a visit to the UNESCO-listed central district and the Art Nouveau Museum.

Enjoy a complete and all included tour of the Jewish Heritage in Riga. Benefit from a rich Introduction of Jewish history with an expert local guide. Sit back and relax with the privileges of a private tour and a comfortable vehicle. See the history and the modern Jewish life in Riga on a 5 hour guided tour Learn about the lesser-known remains of Jewish history in the Baltics under different political powers

Our Riga ART NOUVEAU walking tour is NEW and FRESH offer in Riga! With us you will see more, as we will not only pass by Alberta street buildings, but we will also walk with you through Riga boulevards and parks. Explore silent centre of Riga in a more relaxed and pleasant walk. It will involve 2 hour walking, but in a calm and relaxed way.

Firstly, after selecting most suitable transport – passenger car or minivan your tour will start along the central boulevards of Riga to Art Nouveau district.  You will be able to discover one of the largest and best-preserved collections of Art Nouveau buildings in the world. After that district excursion will continue to the Riga Central market, where on the way you will be able to enjoy City Canal parks, the Fine Arts Museum, the Freedom Monumen and Daugava river with its bridges. Reaching the Riga Central market you will enjoy the diversity of typical national food. Secondly, you will have the opportunity to leave your transport and continue with a walking tour through Riga Old Town seeing most famous sights like St. Peter's Church, St. Jacobs Church, Dom Square, and St. Dom Cathedral. You will be introduced with a secretes of Cat House and will see Town Hall Square with beautiful and elegant Blackheads House.

Enjoy various kinds of excellent, effective masages and facial and body procedures. They’ll stimulate your good looks, correct various imperfections, rejuvenate and cleanse your body in natural, harmless and effective way.

Take a day trip away from Riga and avoid the hassle of traveling with a group tour on this private tour to Rundale and Jelgava Palaces, Bauska Castle, and the Hill of Crosses. Enjoy time to explore independently and the option to add on additional excursions.

It will take less that one hour to get from Riga to the first stop will be at Gauja National park famous Cesarview, where you will enjoy the beauty of an amazing viewpoint. It was established in the 19th century, because of the Car Aleksandr II visit in Sigulda. At that place you will be educated how river Gauja is related to Angels falls in Venezuela. During the tour, you will discover the history and lifestyle of ancient Latvian tribes. You will visit sightseeing attractions like Livonian Order Castle ruins, Turaida Medieval Castle. Gutmanis Cave, the deepest internal erosion cave in the Baltic States is not only a natural wonder but also a place that tells us a tragic love story from the 17th century. Additionally, you will be provided with a choice of excellent places to have lunch with traditional Latvian or modern cuisine during this tour.

Easter, christmas or just the beginning of summer: In this workshop you can make the right decor for every season. And, most importantly: The decor that fits perfectly in your house. Of course, these handmade pieces would also make great gifts! Our glass artist will show you the technique and help you realize any ideas you might have. Create your own Seasonal Decor from glass in this workshop. The price includes 3 items per person. Shipping is included in price. If you want to book this workshop, please let us know your preferred time to attend so we can work out how to schedule the classes!

Visit Rundale Palace, Latvia’s showstopper baroque residence, on a private, 6-hour trip from Riga. Travel with your expert guide and admire the picturesque Zemgale region as you head first to Bauska Castle. Visit the medieval riverside castle and museum before continuing to Rundale. Then, enjoy ample time to explore the palace, designed by Italian architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli in the 1700s for the Duke of Courland, Ernst Johann Biron. Learn about its fascinating history, stroll through the extravagant interiors and gardens, and enjoy time for lunch before your return to Riga.

Learn about Riga's art nouveau architecture on this focused walking tour. Your guide will point out buildings and details as you walk, including hidden gems you might miss if you were exploring on your own, and you'll learn the history behind each building. Explore Albert Street and snap photos of Europe's largest collection of art nouveau buildings.

A mosaic is always more than just the sum of its pieces and the process in itself can be a highly meditative and focused activity. Every piece of glass will find its place and become part of a greater whole, be it an abstract and colorful piece or a more intricate and detailed design. The choice is all yours. Since this workshop requires nothing but creativity it is accessible for all ages. So whether you want to spend a little time with yourself, focusing on a calming yet creative task, or you have a child that wants to creatively express themselves – this is the workshop to choose! You can come with your whole family – we’ve had children as young as two create small masterpieces with the mosaic technique – or bring your friends along. This workshop makes for a nice opportunity to have a stress free and creative day out with the people you love.

You will paint your plate using age old techniques that were used as far back as the medieval times: Most of the intricate details in church windows are made this way! Explore the traditional craft of glass art, while adding your own modern touch. It is a unique activity that will not only be fun and rememberable in the moment, but will get you a very special souvenir to take home.

The Hill of Crosses, located near Siauliai city in Lithuania. This place has a remarkable ambiance, and gratitude, wishes, dreams, and hopes are integral parts of this magic Hill that resembles the atmosphere of the Western wall of Jerusalem.  There have been several attempts to destroy the Hill, nevertheless, it survived as a sign of liberty and independence of Lithuania. Hill has become an important place for pilgrims all around the world. In 1993 Pope John Paul II said a prayer about this Hill and gave a gift to Lithuania - a crucifix that was set up on the Hill. Later he referred to this special place in his many speeches. The Hill of Crosses is a place of light and hope for its visitors!   On this trip, you will have a very well informed driver/guide, who will explain everything about this place. It will be a nice and pleasant day! Additionally, you will be provided with a choice of excellent places to have lunch with traditional Lithuanian or modern cuisine during this tour.

With this workshop you will learn about glass and you will also be able to express your own creativity. It is a unique activity that will not only be fun and rememberable in the moment, but will get you a very special souvenir to take home.

Pedal through Riga’s gracious parks and historic neighborhoods on a bike tour that explores some of the city’s top landmarks. Riding a bike takes you beyond the compact Old Town to see parts of the city that aren’t easily walkable and many visitors miss; the option to upgrade to an e-bike makes this a good fit for riders of all fitness levels.

Get to know the Latvian towns of Sigulda and Cēsis on this full-day private tour. With a dedicated guide for just you and your party, enjoy personalized attention and a flexible itinerary while learning about the local culture and tasting traditional Latvian cuisine. Stop at a local winery to try the vintages, visit local castles, and snap photos of the scenery in Gauja National Park. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Riga included.