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Riga Sightseeing Tour by Canal Boat | 1 hour

70 Reviews | Riga
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: German, Finnish, Russian, English, Polish, French, Spanish
  • Life vest for each passenger and blankets in the cold weather
  • Audio guide is available (please bring along a smartphone and headphones to listen the audio guide)
  • Smartphone and headphones for audio guide (please bring it with you to listen the audio guide)

Overview

Enjoy a 1-hour long boat tour along the charming Riga City Canal and Daugava River with an eco-friendly canal boat. See the most popular sights of the old town of Riga and historic city center. Audioguide for this tour is availible in English, German, Spanish, French, Finnish, Polish, Russian and Latvian languages.

Itinerary

  • Kronvalda Park (Pass By)

    Boat pier located in this park as well as lots of different and unique monuments located here. During the trip boat will cross all the park you can ask Captain to tell you about each monument you see.

  • Latvian National Theater (Pass By)

    During the trip boat will pass Latvian National Theater and if you ask Captain he will tell the history of this building

  • Bastejkalna Park (Pass By)

    During the trip boat will pass along the historical Bastion Hill and you can discover it from a different angle

  • Freedom Monument (Pass By)

    During the trip boat will pass the Freedom Monument and you can discover it from a different angle. You can ask Captain to tell you about this monument.

  • Monument to the Mayor George Armitstead (Pass By)

    During the trip boat will pass this beautiful and unique monument. Why is it unique? Ask Captain to tell you about it!

  • Latvian National Opera (Pass By)

    During the trip boat will pass the Latvian National Opera and you can discover it from a different angle.

  • Stockmann (Pass By)

    During the trip boat will pass under the Stockmann Shopping center through the tunnel. After the boat pass it you will be able to see the construction works of the new and modern railway together with new railway station that will connect the Baltic states with Central Europe and Scandinavia. NOTE: due to construction works in Riga or unsuitable weather condition the route might be changed. If so, you will not be able to see this place during the boat trip.

  • Riga Central Market (Pass By)

    During the trip boat will pass the Central Market and you can discover it from a different angle. You can ask Captain to tell you the history of this place. NOTE: due to construction works in Riga or unsuitable weather condition the route might be changed. If so, you will not be able to see this place during the boat trip.

  • National Library of Latvia (Pass By)

    During the trip boat will pass the National Library building and you can discover it from a different angle. NOTE: due to construction works in Riga or unsuitable weather condition the route might be changed. If so, you will not be able to see this place during the boat trip.

  • Vecriga (Pass By)

    While travelling on the river Daugava, you will be able to see the panorama of the old town - visit card of Riga. Ask Captain to tell you about the historical buildings and churches like St.Peters church, Dome Cathedral etc.

  • Kipsala (Pass By)

    During the trip boat will pass the Kipsala island with it's unique wooden house district and you can discover it from a different angle. You can ask Captain to tell you the story about this island.

  • N/A (Pass By)

    Another visit card of Riga - Vansu bridge. Boat will pass under it and you definitely should ask Captain about it's story.

  • Andrejostas Kvartals (Pass By)

    Boat will pass through the historical boat harbour. It is a place where historical Riga mixes with a modern district with a famous restaurants and night clubs are located. Ask the Captain and he will tell you the history of this old harbour.

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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

September 10100% refund
September 11No refund

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  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • 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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70 reviews

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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 44 reviews with 5 stars

Excellent trip, lots of...

Published on Apr, 2025

Excellent trip, lots of information and great photo opportunities. The trip lasts an hour, the boat is comfortable with great views.

Excellent trip, lots of...

Published on Apr, 2025

Excellent trip, lots of information and great photo opportunities. The trip lasts an hour, the boat is comfortable with great views.

Enjoyable and relaxing

Published on Nov, 2024

Enjoyable and relaxing sightseeing canal tour. The boat was very busy so it was a bit squashed, but we had a lovely time nevertheless. The captain was friendly and informative, and the commentary was played in English which was great.

Enjoyable and relaxing

Published on Nov, 2024

Enjoyable and relaxing sightseeing canal tour. The boat was very busy so it was a bit squashed, but we had a lovely time nevertheless. The captain was friendly and informative, and the commentary was played in English which was great.

Riga

Published on Oct, 2024

Beautiful city with an interesting history. Lots of places to visit and lots of great restaurants and bars. Try the free guided tours. Rita the tour guide was amazing

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