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Enjoy the splendor of Baroque Art in Rundale Palace

Margita - Art&Historian

Our local for this tour

Margita - Art&Historian

Are you ready to spend the day in the splendor of Rundale Palace? Then this tour is for you. Within an hour's drive from Riga, you will land in the 18th century duke's summer palace. A charming castle, a certified castle guide is at your service.

Experience details

  • Destination

    Riga

  • Category

    Day trips

  • Duration

    6 hours

  • Mode of transport

    Car

  • Available languages

    English • Latviešu

  • What's included

    Entrance tickets • Private guide • A/C Car • Water

Here’s an overview of your tour

Rundale palace is the most impressive baroque palace in Latvia.There is only one palace of this scale and quality in the whole Baltic.

If you like baroque and rococo, then you can visit Rundale Palace in this 18th century splendor. Here you can feel like you are in a parallel world, in time.

You can devote a lot of time and words to the Rose Garden of Rundale palace to describe its beauty. Roses of all shapes and colors can be seen here throughout the blooming period of roses, from the end of May until around November. Better to see it with your own eyes at least once!

From spring to late autumn, other flowers besides roses bloom in the garden.

Electric cars are also available for viewing the garden, where they will comfortably take you around and tell you about the garden.

The nearest restaurants and cafes are of high quality and we will find something local, seasonal and delicious.

This tour will start and end in Riga city with a convenient pick up and drop off!

Your itinerary

  • Meeting point

    Latvian National Opera
  • Drive to Rundale Palace

    1,5 hour drive from Riga to Rundale Palace by car.
  • Visit the Rundale Palace

    See the summer residency for the Duke of Kurland form 18th century is splendid and charming. Inside guided tour through the dukes public and privet appartments.
  • Rose garden

    Unforgettable time for your personal photo's enjoying the smells and colors of more than 1000 roses.
  • Lunch or coffee

    The nearest restaurants and cafes are of high quality and we will find something local, seasonal and delicious.
  • Way back to Riga

    1.5 hour way back to Riga city.
I have a teen daughter with us - is it possible to plan a drinks and bites tour with her?
Me13:42
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Of course! I can definitely tailor our tour for you and your daughter! :)
Local host Maria13:44
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    Margita

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    Margita
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    44 reviews
    I speak
    English • Latviešu

Good to Know

  • Tips

    • Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
    • Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
    • Be aware of cultural norms & be mindful
  • Included

    • Entrance tickets
    • Private guide
    • A/C Car
    • Water
  • Cancellation

    • Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
    • Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.

Reviews

5.0
44 reviews
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    5.0

    A great "taste" of Riga

    "Margita was very personable - we enjoyed our time together. The information she shared with us gave us a great overview for our short stay in Riga. We loved the wide boulevards and the Christmas Ma...

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    About local Margita
    5.0

    Great Tour

    "We had a lovely time walking with Margita. It was cold but Margita kept us moving and we enjoyed all the facts about Riga she gave us."

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    About local Margita
    5.0

    Very knowledgeable and lovely

    "We spent 3 hours with Margita, tasting various foods and hearing about history of Riga and Latvia. It was a lovely time and always gives you a different insight into the place you are visiting."

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  • What is the cancellation policy?

    When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.

    When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.

    When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.

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