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Stories of Soviet Riga Guided Walking Tour

By Guide agency Smile line
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Overview

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.

Activity location
  • Museum of the Occupation of Latvia
    • Latviesu strelnieku laukums 1,
    • 1050, Riga, Latvia
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Rātslaukums 7
    • 7 Rātslaukums
    • 1050, Rīga, Latvia

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tour guide system if more than 10 participants
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Group tour with a minimum of 2 and max 20 participants
  • What's includedWhat's included
    2h walking tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local tour guide speaking your language
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travellers 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

Activity itinerary

Museum of the Occupation of Latvia
  • 30m
The Museum reveals Latvia's history from 1940 until 1991, when occupations by both the Soviet Union and Nazi Germany were experienced.
Barricades Memorial
  • 30m
The Soviet Union's military campaign started in Lithuania where its forces attacked unarmed civilians.
Freedom Monument
  • 30m
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.
Riga Cathedral
  • 30m
Riga Cathedral has won the heart of Old Riga since July 25, 1211. The church gained its current appearance at the end of the 19th century, but nowadays, a rich cultural life takes place there - concerts of local and foreign artists and various art exhibitions are held.

Location

Activity location
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    Museum of the Occupation of Latvia
    • Latviesu strelnieku laukums 1,
    • 1050, Riga, Latvia
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    Rātslaukums 7
    • 7 Rātslaukums
    • 1050, Rīga, Latvia

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