Riga Private Walking Tours & Day Trips

Tour guide in Riga with five young tourists
Philip with happy travellers on a walking tour in Riga

Discover Riga with a knowledgeable local guide on a private walking tour in Riga, Latvia! I offer personalised Riga tours of Old Town, Art Nouveau district and beyond, as well as day trips from Riga to Jūrmala, Sigulda and other highlights of Latvia. Each tour is tailored to your interests, with a focus on history, architecture and hidden gems.

Tour group and guide in Riga's Art Nouveau district
Philip with a tour group in Riga's Art Nouveau quarter

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Book your private Riga tour or day trip in Latvia with a local guide today!

My Guided Riga Tours

riga Old Town tour

St. Peter's Church in Riga Old Town, Latvia

Explore the Old Town on a private guided Riga tour, including St. Peter’s Church, the House of the Blackheads and secret medieval lanes. A top Riga tour for first-time visitors!

riga art nouveau tour

Facade of Art Nouveau building in Riga, Latvia

Discover Riga's magnificent Art Nouveau heritage on a private Riga walking tour, covering the extravagant houses on Alberta Street and much more!

riga highlights tour

Opera House on a Riga Highlights Tour

See the highlights of Riga including Old Town, Freedom Monument, Opera House, Art Nouveau quarter and the colourful Central Market on this amazing Riga tour.

riga soviet history tour

Bronze bust of Lenin in Riga, Latvia

Get back in the USSR on a Riga Soviet history tour, including the KGB headquarters and lunch in a communist-era apartment.


My Day Trips from Riga

jūrmala walking tour

Man lying on towel in front of Jūrmala beach sign, Latvia

Discover pine-fringed beach, beautiful wooden houses and riveting Soviet structures in Latvia's most famous beach resort.

ķemeri and jūrmala day trip

Landscape in Ķemeri Bog, Latvia

Enjoy unique landscapes and amazing architecture on a day trip to Ķemeri National Park and Jūrmala.

sigulda day trip from riga

Cable car in Sigulda, Latvia amidst autumn colours

Savour ancient castles, intriguing legends and stunning scenery on a day trip to Sigulda from Riga, one of Latvia's most popular excursions.

Accessible tours in riga and latvia

Stork flying near power pole in Latgale, Latvia

Be enthralled by stunning sights in Riga, Jūrmala and Sigulda on safe, comfortable and fun accessible tours around Latvia.


Reviews of Riga Sights Tours

"We had such a great time, Philip was informative and friendly and he made the whole experience fun."

Denise Tapp, UK

 

"The day in Riga was one of the highlights of our trip because of the knowledge and care of Phillip."

Barbara Kaufmann, USA

 

"My wife, 3 teenage sons and I all agreed that Phil’s Art Nouveau tour was one of the best we experienced. "

Richard Zvirbulis, Singapore

Riga and Jūrmala Visitor Tips

Boy surrounded by seagulls on beach in Jūrmala, Latvia
Flocking to Jūrmala

Find helpful Riga visitor information and things to do in Riga, including the best restaurants, bars and museums.

Get handy Jūrmala travel information on museums, cafes and how to get from Riga to Jūrmala.

And explore the top five sights in Latvia and off the beaten track Latvian gems.

Latvian Food and Drink

Girl with long dark hair holding a glass of beer against background of pagan symbols in Riga
History in a glass in a cozy Riga pub

Discover the history of beer in Riga and Latvia and explore it in person on one of my private Riga tours.

Learn about the mysterious Riga Black Balsam, and enjoy a taste on my guided tours of Riga.

And chow down on the perfect beer snack - deep fried rye garlic bread - and taste more Latvian cuisine on my day trips from Riga.