Riga Canal and Daugava River Sightseeing Boat Tour with Audioguide
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This one-hour boat tour travels along the Riga City Canal and the Daugava River on an eco-friendly vessel. The route offers views of Riga’s old town and historic city center from the water. Along the way, the boat passes landmarks such as Kronvalda Park, Latvian National Theater, Bastejkalna Park (Bastion Hill), Freedom Monument, Monument to Mayor George Armitstead, Latvian National Opera, and the Central Market. The boat also goes under the Stockmann Shopping Center through a tunnel and shows views of the ongoing railway construction linking the Baltic states with Central Europe and Scandinavia, though this part of the route may change due to weather or construction. On the Daugava River, passengers see the panorama of the old town including St. Peters Church and Dome Cathedral, pass the wooden house district on Kipsala island, go beneath the Vansu Bridge, and enter the historic Andrejostas Kvartals boat harbor area, which now features restaurants and nightclubs. An audioguide is available in eight languages, including English, German, Spanish, French, Finnish, Polish, Russian, and Latvian. Life vests and blankets are provided for comfort during colder weather. Passengers must bring a smartphone and headphones to listen to the audio guide.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Kronvalda Park
The boat departs from the pier at Kronvalda Park, which contains various unique monuments. The boat crosses the entire park area, and passengers can ask the Captain about each monument along the way.
Latvian National Theater
The boat passes by the Latvian National Theater. Passengers can request the Captain to share the history of this building during the trip.
Bastejkalna Park
The route goes along the historic Bastion Hill area, known as Bastejkalna Park, offering views from the water that differ from land perspectives.
Freedom Monument
The boat passes the Freedom Monument, allowing passengers to see it from the water. The Captain can provide information about the monument upon request.
Monument to the Mayor George Armitstead
The boat goes past the Monument to Mayor George Armitstead, which is noted for its uniqueness. Passengers can ask the Captain about its significance.
Latvian National Opera
The tour includes views of the Latvian National Opera building from the river, presenting a different angle than on foot.
Stockmann
The boat passes under the Stockmann Shopping Center through a tunnel. After this, passengers can see the construction of a new railway station connecting the Baltic states, Central Europe, and Scandinavia. Due to weather or construction, this part of the route may be changed and may not be visible.
Rigas Centraltirgus
The boat passes by the Riga Central Market, offering a water-level view of this location. Passengers can ask the Captain about its history. This stop may be omitted if construction or weather interfere.
National Library of Latvia
The National Library building is visible from the boat, providing a unique perspective. This part of the route can be altered due to weather or construction.
Vecriga
While traveling on the Daugava River, passengers see the panorama of Riga’s old town, including historical buildings and churches such as St. Peters Church and Dome Cathedral. The Captain can provide details about these landmarks.
Kipsala
The boat passes Kipsala island, known for its wooden house district. The Captain can share stories about this island during the trip.
Vansu Bridge
The boat goes under the Vansu Bridge, an important landmark. Passengers are encouraged to ask the Captain about its history.
Andrejostas Kvartals
The boat travels through the historical Andrejostas Kvartals boat harbor, where old Riga meets a modern area with restaurants and nightclubs. The Captain can explain the history of this harbor.
Meeting point
Our canal boat pier is located in Kronvalds park between Kongress Hall (Kongresu nams) and Riga Freeport Authority building (Rīgas brīvostas pārvalde).
End point
Our canal boat pier is located in Kronvalds park between Kongress Hall (Kongresu nams) and Riga Freeport Authority building (Rīgas brīvostas pārvalde).
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
More things to do in Riga
- Day Trip to Rundale Palace, Hill of Crosses and Bauska Castle from Riga
- Latvian Food Tasting Tour at Riga Central Market
- Riga Old Town Walking Tour with Stories of History and Architecture
- Riga 3-Hour Bike Tour of Historic Suburbs and Central District
- Riga Gun Range Shooting with Winchester, Glock17, and Kalashnikov
Riga Canal and Daugava River Sightseeing Boat Tour with Audioguide
by Boat tours in Riga Boatcruises lv
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$30.10Overview
This one-hour boat tour travels along the Riga City Canal and the Daugava River on an eco-friendly vessel. The route offers views of Riga’s old town and historic city center from the water. Along the way, the boat passes landmarks such as Kronvalda Park, Latvian National Theater, Bastejkalna Park (Bastion Hill), Freedom Monument, Monument to Mayor George Armitstead, Latvian National Opera, and the Central Market. The boat also goes under the Stockmann Shopping Center through a tunnel and shows views of the ongoing railway construction linking the Baltic states with Central Europe and Scandinavia, though this part of the route may change due to weather or construction. On the Daugava River, passengers see the panorama of the old town including St. Peters Church and Dome Cathedral, pass the wooden house district on Kipsala island, go beneath the Vansu Bridge, and enter the historic Andrejostas Kvartals boat harbor area, which now features restaurants and nightclubs. An audioguide is available in eight languages, including English, German, Spanish, French, Finnish, Polish, Russian, and Latvian. Life vests and blankets are provided for comfort during colder weather. Passengers must bring a smartphone and headphones to listen to the audio guide.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Kronvalda Park
The boat departs from the pier at Kronvalda Park, which contains various unique monuments. The boat crosses the entire park area, and passengers can ask the Captain about each monument along the way.
Latvian National Theater
The boat passes by the Latvian National Theater. Passengers can request the Captain to share the history of this building during the trip.
Bastejkalna Park
The route goes along the historic Bastion Hill area, known as Bastejkalna Park, offering views from the water that differ from land perspectives.
Freedom Monument
The boat passes the Freedom Monument, allowing passengers to see it from the water. The Captain can provide information about the monument upon request.
Monument to the Mayor George Armitstead
The boat goes past the Monument to Mayor George Armitstead, which is noted for its uniqueness. Passengers can ask the Captain about its significance.
Latvian National Opera
The tour includes views of the Latvian National Opera building from the river, presenting a different angle than on foot.
Stockmann
The boat passes under the Stockmann Shopping Center through a tunnel. After this, passengers can see the construction of a new railway station connecting the Baltic states, Central Europe, and Scandinavia. Due to weather or construction, this part of the route may be changed and may not be visible.
Rigas Centraltirgus
The boat passes by the Riga Central Market, offering a water-level view of this location. Passengers can ask the Captain about its history. This stop may be omitted if construction or weather interfere.
National Library of Latvia
The National Library building is visible from the boat, providing a unique perspective. This part of the route can be altered due to weather or construction.
Vecriga
While traveling on the Daugava River, passengers see the panorama of Riga’s old town, including historical buildings and churches such as St. Peters Church and Dome Cathedral. The Captain can provide details about these landmarks.
Kipsala
The boat passes Kipsala island, known for its wooden house district. The Captain can share stories about this island during the trip.
Vansu Bridge
The boat goes under the Vansu Bridge, an important landmark. Passengers are encouraged to ask the Captain about its history.
Andrejostas Kvartals
The boat travels through the historical Andrejostas Kvartals boat harbor, where old Riga meets a modern area with restaurants and nightclubs. The Captain can explain the history of this harbor.
Meeting point
Our canal boat pier is located in Kronvalds park between Kongress Hall (Kongresu nams) and Riga Freeport Authority building (Rīgas brīvostas pārvalde).
End point
Our canal boat pier is located in Kronvalds park between Kongress Hall (Kongresu nams) and Riga Freeport Authority building (Rīgas brīvostas pārvalde).
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
More things to do in Riga
- Day Trip to Rundale Palace, Hill of Crosses and Bauska Castle from Riga
- Latvian Food Tasting Tour at Riga Central Market
- Riga Old Town Walking Tour with Stories of History and Architecture
- Riga 3-Hour Bike Tour of Historic Suburbs and Central District
- Riga Gun Range Shooting with Winchester, Glock17, and Kalashnikov