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Riga Sightseeing Tour by Canal Boat: 1-Hour Eco-Friendly Cruise on City Canal and Daugava River
4.4
60 Ratings
Rīga
Take a delightful 1-hour boat tour on the eco-friendly canal boat through the picturesque Riga City Canal and Daugava River. Discover the top attractions of Riga’s old town and historic city center. An audioguide is available in English, German, Spanish, French, Finnish, Polish, Russian, and Latvian.
Duration:
1 hour
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- 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.
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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. -
Central Market (Centraltirgus) - 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. - Old City Riga (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.
- Vanšu Bridge - 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.
What's Included
- Life vest for each passenger
- Blankets in cold weather
- Audio guide available
- Bring smartphone and headphones for audio guide
What's Not Included
- Smartphone and headphones for audio guide (please bring it with you to listen the audio guide)
Location
Canal boat pier - Boatcruises.lv
Our canal boat pier is located in Kronvalds park between Kongress Hall (Kongresu nams) and Riga Freeport Authority building (Rīgas brīvostas pārvalde).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.4
(60 Ratings)
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Don_m
Sep 21, 2024
Great inexpensive tour - Great inexpensive way to see a part of the city less traveled. Tour guide (skipper) answered all the questions we had and the prerecorded audio tor was interesting. Boat was clean and safe. Great tour!
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10klaus
Sep 21, 2024
Worthwhile boat trip - Beautiful round trip on water through Riga. Nice view from the boat. All seating clean and tidy. Absolute Recommendation.
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Jouet11
Sep 19, 2024
Quiet & Relaxing Ride - Relaxing boat ride to learn about interesting landmarks in Riga. Ride was very smooth and quiet. Audio commentary was played in English.
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956marky
Sep 18, 2024
Weekend break ideas - Visited riga and the canal and river cruise is a must. You get to hear the audo guide as you see the historic sites. The boat departs and returns to a lovely Quay in the park and is a short walk from the center of the old town
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Jimgk1416hb
Sep 16, 2024
Riga canal river cruise - Great trip. Lasted about an hour with commentary. Electric boat so very quiet. A different perspective to see the city. Quite a small boat so was pleasantly surprised when it went right out to the middle of the main river. Would recommend.
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Mauricel381
Sep 8, 2024
Excellent - amazing way to see the sights, and made more special as we were the the only two on the boat . An amazing price of £20 for two. Would thoroughly recommend
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Helen_b
Sep 30, 2024
A nice experience if you have some free time - The boat was nice and the route had lots of interesting things to see. The boat stop is a bit of a walk out of the centre, but it is worth it.
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Philip_y
Sep 15, 2024
Riga canal - Beautiful canal, parks, very relaxing. Good audio guide. Very friendly and helpful captain. Would recommend
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Heidi_g
Sep 10, 2024
Enjoy Riga by water. - Enjoyable way to see Riga’s beautiful city.
Traveling through the canals seeing the beautiful parks and stunning buildings, then out to the sea, The boat is very cute and only 12 people on board.
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Paul_h
Sep 11, 2024
Where is the boat dock? - The boat ride itself was good, but it was difficult to find the departure dock as there are other companies along the canal. It turned out the place was away from the main tourist spots and the other companies are not willing to help you to find it.
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