Riga City Canal & Daugava River Premium Boat Tour with Audioguide

Riga City Canal & Daugava River Premium Boat Tour with Audioguide

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Overview

Enjoy a relaxing city cruise on historic wooden boats along the Riga Canal and the Daugava River.

Our tours are operated on authentic wooden boats, offering a quieter and more intimate experience compared to large sightseeing vessels. The route combines the green city canal with wide river views, passing Riga’s most important landmarks.

Audio guide included. Central departure point near the Freedom Monument.

Activity location

Rigabycanal - Boat Tours & Canal Cruises
- 1050, Rīga, Latvia

Meeting/Redemption Point

Rigabycanal - Boat Tours & Canal Cruises
- 1050, Rīga, Latvia

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What's included, what's not

Blankets on board.
Sightseeing cruise along the Riga City Canal and the Daugava River.
Silent electric boat experience.
Heating in cooler weather.
Audio guide on board ( bring yuor own smartphone and headphones).
Meals

Know before you book

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transport options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
With voucher You can travel on the date specified, a day earlier or a day later, if necessary, without rebooking, but please let us know by email or phone, if possible.
Folding strollers are allowed on board.
Heavy luggage are not allowed on board.
Tours may be cancelled in case of severe weather conditions.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Bastejkalna Park (Pass by)

Board a premium historic wooden boat with a quiet electric engine at Bastejkalna Park, in the very heart of Riga.

Freedom Monument (Pass by)

Cruise past the Freedom Monument with boarding just steps away, making this one of the most central boat tours in Riga.

Latvian National Opera (Pass by)

Enjoy peaceful views of the Latvian National Opera from the water, away from street noise and crowds.

Spīķeri (Pass by)

RSee Riga’s historic Spikeri quarter from the river, where old warehouses meet modern city life.

River Daugava (Pass by)

Cruise along the Daugava River and enjoy wide panoramic views of Riga from the water.

National Library of Latvia (Pass by)

View the iconic National Library of Latvia from the river, one of the city’s most striking modern landmarks.

Old City Riga (Vecriga) (Pass by)

Admire Riga Old Town skyline from the water, including church towers and historic buildings.

Lielais Kristaps - Big Christopher (Pass by)

Pass by the famous Big Christopher statue, a historic symbol of Riga and its river heritage.

Riga Castle (Pass by)

See Riga Castle from the river, one of the oldest and most important landmarks in the city.

Kipsala (Pass by)

Kipsala is one of the districts of the city of Riga, located in the middle part of the Daugava River and is associated with historical and cultural values. It is known for its picturesque view of the Old Town. Kipsala features both residential buildings and commercial facilities, such as exhibition halls and restaurants, making it a popular destination for local residents and tourists. In Kipsala, you can find the Žanis Lipke Memorial, dedicated to Oskars Lipkēvičs, his family, and assistants, who bravely saved hundreds of Jewish people during the Holocaust. The memorial serves as a touching reminder of the human ability to combat injustice even in the most challenging circumstances.

Andrejostas Kvartals (Pass by)

Enjoy views of Kipsala district, known for its wooden houses and riverside atmosphere.

Kronvalda Park (Pass by)

Glide past Kronvalda Park, one of Riga’s greenest and most peaceful areas along the canal.

Latvian National Theater (Pass by)

See the Latvian National Theatre from the water, an important cultural landmark of Riga.

Location

Activity location

Rigabycanal - Boat Tours & Canal Cruises
- 1050, Rīga, Latvia

Meeting/Redemption Point

Rigabycanal - Boat Tours & Canal Cruises
- 1050, Rīga, Latvia

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