Stories of Soviet Riga Guided Walking Tour
Only a few decades ago Riga looked, spoke and thought absolutely differently – in line with Soviet ideas. Even today, the city preserves the symbols of that time – the Monument of the Latvian Riflemen and the Occupation Museum, the Academy of Sciences and the restored Cathedral of the Nativity of Christ, which used to be the home of a planetarium. The guides of this tour will share their memories and private stories about living under the Communist regime.
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Stories of Soviet Riga Guided Walking Tour
What's included in Stories of Soviet Riga Guided Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Museum of the Occupation of Latvia
The Museum reveals Latvia's history from 1940 until 1991, when occupations by both the Soviet Union and Nazi Germany were experienced.
Barricades Memorial
The Soviet Union's military campaign started in Lithuania where its forces attacked unarmed civilians.
Freedom Monument
The Freedom Monument has been Riga's central landmark for almost a century. This 42.7 m tall granite and copper work of art is a symbol of the Latvian nation's striving for freedom and independence.
Inclusions
- Tour guide system if more than 10 participants
- Group tour with a minimum of 2 and max 20 participants
- 2h walking tour
- Local tour guide speaking your language
- Gratuities
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A minimum of 2 person per booking is required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- there are no restrictions
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- How to find us We can easily be found in the very heart of Old Riga on Town Hall Square near the big yellow umbrella with ‘Guides Smile Line” on it, our office is located inside the House of the Blackheads. Look for the Yellow Umbrella on the Town Hall Square!
End Points
- The Freedom Monument has been Riga's central landmark for almost a century. This 42.7 m tall granite and copper work of art is a symbol of the Latvian nation's striving for freedom and independence.
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Ticket Redemption
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended Valid from the time you exchange your voucher, for the duration selected.
