Riga Christmas Market
Duration: 4 days · Countries: 1 · Sights: 13
Tour Description
A guaranteed departure tour to a magical 4-day winter escape in one of Europe's most enchanting Christmas destinations. This festive city break combines Riga's rich medieval heritage with the warm glow of the holiday season – traditional markets, cosy cafés and a vibrant cultural scene.
The first full day takes you through the medieval Old Town, where landmarks such as Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral and the iconic Freedom Monument line the cobbled streets. The walking tour culminates at the Old Town Hall Square, where the traditional Christmas Market fills the air with festive cheer and the perfect opportunity to find unique, locally made gifts. The afternoon offers an optional exploration of the world-famous Art Nouveau district, and the evening an optional performance at the Latvian National Opera or the European Christmas Music Festival.
The second day offers a different perspective on Riga's creative spirit – from the fascinating Riga Motor Museum, celebrating Latvia's automotive heritage, to a guided afternoon through the Old Town's design boutiques, art galleries and fashion stores, with a pause for coffee and traditional Latvian Christmas pastry along the way.
With its festive atmosphere, architectural beauty and rich cultural offerings, Riga at Christmas is a truly special experience that stays with you long after you leave.
From €345 per person.
What's Included
- 3 overnights at centrally located Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija****
- 3 x buffet breakfast
- Welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or juice
- Personalised welcome package
- 3-hours guided walking tour of Riga Old Town
- Entrance to the Riga History and Navigation Museum
- 1 ticket to Latvia National Opera or European Christmas Festival
- Service of English and German speaking local guide
Tour Program
Day 1: Arrival Riga
Arrival in Riga, optional transfer to Hotel Radisson Blu Latvija****, check-in, welcome meeting, optional welcome dinner at hotel.
Day 2: Riga
Riga, founded in 1201 by the German bishop Albert, is the largest of the three Baltic capitals and boasts a real kaleidoscope of architectural styles. The walking tour of the Old Town includes Riga Castle, the Dome Cathedral, St. Peter's Church, the Swedish Gate, the Three Brothers, the Large and Small Guilds, the Freedom Monument and Riga History and Navigation Museum. The tour ends at the Old Town Hall Square where we join the bustle of the traditional Christmas Market and shop for unique gifts. The afternoon offers an optional tour to Riga Art Nouveau district and a visit to the Art Nouveau Museum. In the evening we attend a ballet or opera performance at the Latvian National Opera or the European Christmas Music Festival.
Day 3: Riga
The morning offers an optional tour to Riga Motor Museum, whose roots lay in the Antique Automobile Club of Latvia traditions, member enthusiasm and passion towards antique vehicles as an aesthetic value and part of cultural heritage. The optional guided shopping tour in the afternoon will take us to interior decoration and design stores, art galleries and fashion boutiques in the Old Town with the main focus on local brands and artists. En route we enjoy a warm cup of coffee with Latvian Christmas pastry at a cosy café. In the evening an optional farewell dinner at the traditional Restaurant Province is on offer.
Day 4: Riga Departure
Optional transfer to the airport.