Latvian History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Riga’s Old Town

Free cancellation available
Service animals welcome

Join me on a self-guided tour through Riga's Old Town, uncovering the essence of Latvian identity. I’m Emīls, your guide through the heart of Riga's Old Town. On this tour, I’ll weave exciting stories from our history and share some Latvian legends. Instead of dry facts and figures, prepare to be enchanted by vibrant narratives that breathe life into our past.

On the way, I'll share intriguing insights. These include the whereabouts of the oldest pagan settlements, the secrets concealed within a Reformation church's basement, and the enigmatic tales surrounding the monks of St. John church. We'll also explore the beloved folklore of The Town Musicians of Bremen and learn about the tragic history of St. Peter’s church and Riga's unfortunate burning. We'll marvel at the grandeur of the Brotherhood of Blackheads and uncover the mystical allure of Dome Cathedral with its whispered tales of witches.

What's included

  • Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
  • The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Additional information

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please bring your own smartphone and headphones

Not wheelchair accessible

Itinerary information

Location

Departure point
Alberta laukums, Centra rajons, Rīga, 1050
The tour starts at Albert Square (Alberta laakums). If you're staying in the Old Town of Riga, you can just walk there on foot. If you are further away, take any transport to the Old Town of Riga and walk to Albert Square.
End point
Brīvības pieminekļa laukums, Centra rajons, Rīga, 1050
The tour ends at The Freedom Monument.

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