Soviet Ghosts of Riga Walking Tour
| This is popular! 48 travellers have booked this experience. |
From
20 EUR
Visit must-see places in Riga that are legacies of the city’s Soviet past and find out what life was like behind the Iron Curtain on a fascinating walking tour with a friendly local guide.
Duration: 3 hours
-
Available in
- English
Highlights
- Visit must-see places that are legacies of Riga’s Soviet past
- Learn about life during the occupation
- Admire beautiful panoramic views
- Enjoy a small-group or private tour
Description
What was it like living in Riga during the Soviet occupation? How did it start? How did it affect the local people? If you want to find out what life was like behind the Iron Curtain, join our fascinating and historical walking tour!
This tour takes you to some of the must-see places in Riga that are legacies of the city’s Soviet past. You’ll see typical Soviet-era buildings, hear about life during the occupation, visit a famous KGB building, and enjoy great panoramic views.
NB! This tour is suitable for active people; a moderate amount of walking is involved.
Read moreWhat’s included & not included
- Local tour guide
- Public transport ticket
- Admission to the Academy of Sciences viewing platform (€6 per person)
Meeting point
Anywhere in Central Riga (within the walking distance of Old Town).
Reviews from travellers (19)
Great tour that you should not miss!
We were lucky to have a nice lady as tour guide who could tell the history of Latvia and Riga in a pleasant way, An mix of facts, places tot show and her own experience. For us it was a highlight of our trip!
Reviewed by
Olivier
• March 05, 2019
Excellent coverage of a difficult subject.
I booked this tour as I wanted to find out more about the reality of living in a Soviet satellite state and it was everything I had hoped for.
Lisa is an excellent guide and had clear memories of living through the transition to independence in the early 1990s, as well as family anecdotes from the ww2 period which brought home the horrors of living through wartime occupations.
As this was a private tour we could indulge ourselves in additional discussions about other Riga issues, so covered many other interesting areas like the Orthodox Cathedral and the new State Library, finishing up at the memorial to those who were deported to Siberia during the Russian occupation in the 1940s.
Highly recommended, if this is a subject that interests you.
Lisa is an excellent guide and had clear memories of living through the transition to independence in the early 1990s, as well as family anecdotes from the ww2 period which brought home the horrors of living through wartime occupations.
As this was a private tour we could indulge ourselves in additional discussions about other Riga issues, so covered many other interesting areas like the Orthodox Cathedral and the new State Library, finishing up at the memorial to those who were deported to Siberia during the Russian occupation in the 1940s.
Highly recommended, if this is a subject that interests you.
Reviewed by
Tony
• March 24, 2017
Really nice, off the beaten track tour
Really nice, off the beaten track tour that covers some alternative routes of the recent history of Riga.
Totally recommended :)
Totally recommended :)
Reviewed by
An Inactive User
• September 26, 2016
This operator has 11 reviews for other tours
Very knowledgable guide
Liga showed us around. She was a wonderful guide. It was freezing cold out and we warmed up a couple of times indoors at her suggestion.
She had a very extensive knowledge of the history and culture of Riga and was determined to share as much of it as possible. It was great value for money.
I would definitely recommend this tour with her.
Thank you again Liga.
She had a very extensive knowledge of the history and culture of Riga and was determined to share as much of it as possible. It was great value for money.
I would definitely recommend this tour with her.
Thank you again Liga.
Reviewed by
Naoise
• January 19, 2019
Art Nouveau Tour with a Knowledgeable Guide
Liga guided us around Riga in a very comprehensive tour of its Art Nouveau buildings. She even managed to get us into a wonderful building with a stunning set of murals depicting day and night (that was worth the price of admission alone!). We are great fans of the Art Nouveau era but still found much that was new and exciting during this vibrant tour. Highly recommended!
Reviewed by
Gary
• September 11, 2018
Great tour
We had a great time with our guide Edit who was very knowledgeable in everything about Riga. Thank you! We can absolutely recommend this walking tour.
Reviewed by
Anette
• April 08, 2018
Great overview of Riga
Best thing about this tour is it gets you beyond the Old Town! Good knowledge during the walk through Old Town, out to the Art Nouveau district, and then around the huge central market including tasting some different types of local produce.
Highly recommended.
Highly recommended.
Reviewed by
Simon
• August 29, 2017
Very interesting and a must!
We had a great guide who new so much and spoke English very well. This tour is a mist when you come to Riga; you will learn so much interesting and fascinating things that you never would have on your own. Reccomend :-)
Reviewed by
Thea
• February 13, 2017
Book from
20 EUR
- Full refund if you cancel up to 72 hours before the tour
- No booking fees
- Pay by credit card or PayPal
Tour operated by: Raami Travel
Other Tours & Activities in Riga
Sunrise at Kemeri National Park
2 reviews
Prices from
45
EUR
Soviet Ghosts of Riga Walking Tour
19 reviews
Prices from
20
EUR
Riga Medieval Old Town Walking Tour
13 reviews
Prices from
15
EUR
Riga Art Nouveau Walking Tour
11 reviews
Prices from
15
EUR
Day Trip to Sigulda from Riga
4 reviews
Prices from
49
EUR
Rundale Palace Half-Day Tour from Riga
3 reviews
Prices from
79
EUR
Riga at Night Kayak Tour
76 reviews
Prices from
50
EUR
Culture & Food Tasting Experience in Riga
9 reviews
Prices from
20
EUR