1 hour
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Overview
Explore Riga, Latvia from a whole new perspective with this canal boat sightseeing tour. Pass by the Latvian National Theater, Bastejkalna Park, the National Library of Latvia, Riga Central Market, and more from the comfort of the eco-friendly canal boat. Bring your headphones and listen to your audio guide explain more about the city and its sights as you see them.
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Boatcruises.lv
Ratings & Reviews
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Good, but make sure you get the app!
holyraver, Apr 2025
The tour, boat, and crew were all great. One star knocked off because we hadn't been told to download an app in order to to hear the audio in our language – and then said audio had to compete with a loudspeaker playing in French for half the passengers, rather than just making everyone wear headphones no matter their language.
Excellent trip, lots of...
Sarah_V, 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
C7036SBgraced, 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.
Nice overall intro to Riga
Lucy_S, Nov 2024
Nice overall introduction to Riga. The recording was a little boring. Boat was comfortable and driver was nice.
Itinerary
Kronvalda Park
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
During the trip boat will pass Latvian National Theater and if you ask Captain he will tell the history of this building
Bastejkalna Park
During the trip boat will pass along the historical Bastion Hill and you can discover it from a different angle
Freedom Monument
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
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
During the trip boat will pass the Latvian National Opera and you can discover it from a different angle.
Stockmann
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
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
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
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
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.
Another visit card of Riga - Vansu bridge. Boat will pass under it and you definitely should ask Captain about it's story.
Andrejostas Kvartals
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.
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- 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)
Exclusions
- Smartphone and headphones for audio guide (please bring it with you to listen the audio guide)
Additional Information
- 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
Guide Languages
English
Polish
Russian
Spanish
German
French
Finnish
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.