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Soviet Heritage Walking Tour - Riga after WW2

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Soviet Heritage Walking Tour - Riga after WW2

Happy guests during our Soviet heritage tour in Riga

During this experience you'll learn more about the darkest years in Latvian history.

cYou'll Create long-lasting memories while in Riga!

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From $72.67

Price varies by group size

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Free Cancellation

up to 24 hours in advance

3 hours (Approx.)

Hotel pickup offered

Mobile ticket

Offered in: English

Keeping you safe during COVID-19

What you can expect during your visit

Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Guides required to regularly wash hands

Regular temperature checks for staff

Overview

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.

Take a walking tour through Riga and see its highlights
Learn about the history of the city and life during the Soviet era
Enjoy a personalized experience on this private tour

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From $72.67

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What's Included

Local and professional guide

Public transportation tickets

All Fees and Taxes

Departure & Return

Departure Point

The Freedom Monument, Central District, Riga, LV-1050, Latvia

Traveler pickup is offered
Please contact us at least 1 day before the tour is scheduled to start with your pick up location. Your pick up will be confirmed only after you hear from us. If we don't receive a pick up information we'll meet you at the tour starting point near Freedom Monument.

Ports

Rīgas Pasažieru osta, Eksporta iela 3A, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia

Return Details

Latvian Academy of Sciences Observation deck, Akademijas laukums 1, Latgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Suitable strictly for active people only as quite a large amount of walking is involved
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. In case of extreme weather (colder than -15C, hotter than +35C, stormy wind or rain) the tour would be cancelled and you would be offered full refund (or spot on the next available tour).
Although children are allowed, this activity is not suitable for them
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
OPERATED BY Raami Travel

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

What is the policy on sanitization during Soviet Heritage Walking Tour - Riga after WW2 ?

The policy on sanitization is:

Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

See all safety measures taken by Soviet Heritage Walking Tour - Riga after WW2 .

What is the social distancing policy during Soviet Heritage Walking Tour - Riga after WW2 ?

The policy on social distancing is:

Social distancing enforced throughout experience

See all safety measures taken by Soviet Heritage Walking Tour - Riga after WW2 .

What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Soviet Heritage Walking Tour - Riga after WW2 ?

The policies on staff health & safety are:

Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff

See all safety measures taken by Soviet Heritage Walking Tour - Riga after WW2 .

What is the maximum group size during Soviet Heritage Walking Tour - Riga after WW2 ?

This activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers.

See all safety measures taken by Soviet Heritage Walking Tour - Riga after WW2 .

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Traveler333159

, Mar 2019

A very interesting and fascinating tour. I throughly enjoyed it. Our guide has very friendly, fun and was very knowledgeable. We saw things that we wouldn’t of known to look for (and also that we didn’t even know was there!) and told about the history behind it. We also took the train back to the centre which was cool. If you like history or keen to embrace heritage of the place your in/visiting then your love this

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My husband and I were the only ones on...

danchited

, Sep 2018

My husband and I were the only ones on the tour. The tour took us to areas of the city that we would never have been able to go on our own. First, we took the bus to the Corner House. From there, we crossed the bridge again, took the bus and saw some Soviet-era architecture. We later took the tram back to the city, and enjoyed the panoramic view from the Academy of Sciences this cost about 5 Euro and was not included in the tour price. The tour lasted about three hours total. What we enjoyed the most was the company of our informative and pleasant tour guide. She was very easy to talk to, and both my husband and I found ourselves asking her many questions not only about the Soviet era, but about Latvia and the Baltic countries in general. We had done the morning four-hour tour, but this heritage tour gives a glimpse of a different side of Riga.

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A fantastic day seeing the sights of...

Adrian R

, May 2017

A fantastic day seeing the sights of Riga. We booked this and the Best of Riga Walking Tour on the same day and our beautiful guide, Liga, combined the two into an incredible day of sighseeing and food tasting! Would highly recommend both tours!

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This was a well informed tour of...

Chris G

, Dec 2016

This was a well informed tour of Latvia's history in the post war period. Our guide Liga took us to the important sites, the Freedom monument, the KGB building, the Soviet memorial, and t-to the bleak railway station where thousands of Latvians were deported to Siberia both in 1941 and then again in 1949. It was easy to imagine the utter despair as loved ones were transported east never to be seen again. The tour cost included a taxi fare and a bus ride as some of the monuments were a distance away but our guide Liga paid for these. She also took us to the iconic Latvia Academy of Science building also known as Stalin's birthday cake for a view over the old city. Finally we went for a drink in an old style Soviet cafe with prices to match - 3 drinks and a sandwich for less than 3! The tour lasted well over 2 hours and was excellent value for money.

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This tour was spectacular. My sister...

Anna F

, Aug 2016

This tour was spectacular. My sister and I learned so much about Riga's and Latvia's history from a Riga native. She also shared a lot of her own experiences and perspectives, which I found to be enlightening and rewarding. I highly recommend this tour!

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