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Private Soviet Riga tour

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| Riga, Latvia
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Overview

This Soviet Riga tour provides a compelling view of life under occupation, grounded in the memories of those who lived it.

Our local guides use significant city centre landmarks, such as the imposing Latvian Riflemen Monument and the notorious KGB "Corner House," to share personal accounts and human stories of survival, quiet resistance, and the struggle to maintain Latvian identity right here in the heart of Riga.
The tour offers a nuanced understanding of the heavy shadow the Soviet regime cast and the resilience shown by the people until independence was regained.

What's Included

  • Private tour
  • Local taxes
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick-up / drop off
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Latviešu strēlnieku laukums
Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia

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End point

Brīvības iela 75
Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1001, Latvia

The tour finishes at the Daile theatre, approximately 15 min walk to the old town

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Latviešu strēlnieku laukums

A brief overview of the Soviet period - the different eras from Stalin to Gorbachev. The history of the Latvian red riflemen and the significance of their monument in the broader discussion of Soviet cultural heritage.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Museum of the Occupation of Latvia

The deportations to Siberia will be discussed - the reason, scale and impact of the deportations will be covered.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

1991 Barikazu Laukums

The climax of the fight for Latvia's independence - the era of the barricades will be discussed.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Baltic Way Footprint Monument

The Baltic way - the largest non violent anti Soviet demonstration in the Baltics - will be analysed. The logistics, mood of the time period and impact will be covered.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Freedom Monument

The monument of freedom - Riga's most iconic monument - it's significance and how it survived the Soviet period.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nativity of Christ Cathedral

The Orthodox cathedral - the role and treatment of religion in the Soviet period will be discussed.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga

Formerly Hotel Latvia - the only hotel where western tourists where allowed to stay in Soviet Riga, the rooms famously bugged by the KGB
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Brivibas Iela

Freedom street - formerly Lenin street. The street features examples of Soviet era residential archiecture and Soviet Latvia's most famous fashion house - Rigas Modes.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

KGB Building

KGB building. The HQ of the Russian secret police in Latvia - the highest building in Riga - from the top of it you can see all the way to Siberia... KGB recruitment methods, interrogation methods and more will be discussed
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dailes Theatre

Dailes theatre - an iconic example of Soviet era architecture is our final stop. The collapse of the Soviet union will be discussed.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Soviet Riga tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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  • Local taxes.
  • Professional guide.
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