Other side of Riga: Legendary Latvian National Library and Market in Agenskalns
Our local for this tour
Margita - Art&Historian
Experience details
Destination
Riga
Category
Food tours
Duration
3 hours
Mode of transport
Public transport
Available languages
English • Latviešu
What's included
Private guide • Meals
Here’s an overview of your tour
We will meet in Old Riga near the Monument of Latvian Riflemen and walk across the river Daugava to see the other side of Riga. If you do not like walking then we can use public transport.
Agenskalns is a neighborhood with architectural contrasts, friendly and close-knit community and legendary markets on the left bank of the Daugava.
During the tour we will visit the Latvian National Library (possible within working hours).
Walk or use public transport through Uzvaras park (Victory park)
Visit Agenskalns market and enjoy the 6 tastes of Latvian food
including Latvian Rye bread, tasty coffee made by Latvian rosters, the soft drink Kvass as Latvians like it, the best ice cream in Latvia and more!
For the comfort of clients - drive with public transport of Riga
The guide will provide free Wi-Fi during the Tour.
For the comfort of clients - You can stay at Agenskalns market after the end of the Tour and experience Riga nightlife in the democratic place where everyone is invited.
Your itinerary
Meeting point
Latvian Riflemen MonumentMeeting your guide
Our meeting point will be in Old Riga near the Latvian Rifleman MonumentLatvian National Library
Across the river Daugava is our Latvian National Library , we will visit (within working hours) - see how Latvians celebrate the Freedome and culture in one monumental building - The Castle of light or Mountain of Ice. We can walk ore drive with public transport of RigaVictory park
Walk or use public transport through Uzvaras park (Victory park) - place of uneasy history.Agenskalns market
Visit Agenskalns market - place recently rediscovered by Latvian crafty architects Agenskalns market with 6 local tastes including the Latvian Rye bread, tasty coffee made by Latvian rosters, soft drink kvass as Latvians like it, the best ice cream in Latvia and something seasonal.
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Margita
Art&Historian
Margita4.838 reviewsI speakEnglish • 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
- Private guide
- Meals
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
Review about Margita
- 4.0
Pleasant but pricey
"We had a pleasant time with our guide in the market and seeing the sights of Riga. She was pleasant, seemed knowledgeable and experienced, and proud of her city. However, we felt that the value of th...
- 5.0
Fun tasting tour around Riga
"We enjoyed our food tour of the market and got to try lots of local specialities. Margot’s also gave us some great eating and shopping tips. "
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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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All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.
Our local for this tour
Margita - Art&Historian
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