Smile Line Tours in Latvia!

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Smile Line

Smile Line provides guided tours in Riga and Latvia in 18 different languages! Walking, bus, bicycle or kayak tours, we have them all! Professional guides will always give you advice on things to do in Riga while you are here! Our main aim is - happy and informed visitors of our city who remember this experience and have good memories of Latvia! We work daily from 10:00 o`clock 365 days a year. Look for the Yellow Umbrella on Town Hall Square! See you in Riga!

Regular Tours

10:30  Walking tour in the Old Town.   1.5 h   10 Eur

11:00 Bus tour -  sightseeing around the centre of Riga + a walk in the Art Nouveau district (with a live guide)

  1 h   18 Eur

12:00 Bus tour day trip - Rundale or Sigulda   5-6 h   50 Eur

 Bus tour day trip - Jurmala   3 h   35 Eur

13:00 Walking tour in Old Town  + Riga Black Balsam tasting.

  2 h   15 Eur

15:00  Walking tour – Art Nouveau in Riga.   2 h    18 Eur

17:00  Walking tour – a late walk around Old Riga.   2 h    18 Eur

Gourmet Tours

Gourmet ToursTaste the specialities of Latvia! Power of life in a drop of honey! Used to sweeten food as well as prevent illnesses. Honey massage will make your skin smooth and even! Sauerkraut juice. Digestive aid, a source of vitamins, a great cure for a hangover! Lamprey. You may or may not like it, but you will never forget the taste of it! Laima chocolate. Bittersweet surprises for cheap prices! Live kvass for lively people! Smoked chicken. Big, bold and assertive! Don't hesitate to try it! Eat rye bread for a flatter stomach! Contains 20% less calories than white bread. Makes you feel less bloated and more energetic

Gourmet ToursCulinary walk in Riga: come and feel the taste of Riga 2 h A tour through Riga Central Market - the largest market in the Baltic States and one of the biggest outdoor markets in Europe. Our guide will introduce you to food and products characteristic of Latvia and lead you into the world of colours, aromas and tastes by offering you to try our local specialities.

Gourmet ToursTo Ogre countryside - An astonishing combination of local architecture, nature and delightful tastes. Try the rich birch sap, taste the famous smoked chicken delicacies, enjoy the amazing fresh soft cheese.

Gourmet ToursTrip to Jurmala – a wonderful one day trip to our resort city with a marvelous seaside and the possibility of tasting local fish.

Gourmet ToursA leisurely boat tour - of the River Daugava and Riga canal is a must when in town. Enjoy the unique views of Old Riga and the left bank of the river. Unfortunately, this is only possible from April - October as both waterways usually freeze over in winter. At the end of the tour we offer fish or cake tasting.

One day bus trips

One day bus tripsBus tour to Ogre! Ogre district gives you an opportunity to: get to know the Soviet heritage and walk through the dendrological "Lazdukalns" park, enjoying the scent of old Ogre pines.

One day bus tripsTrip to Rundale 6 h - visit of a baroque style palace. One of the most beautiful baroque palaces in Latvia was built in 1736 - 1740 as a summer residence for the Duke of Courland, Ernst Johann Biron. The palace was designed by the outstanding Italian architect Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli, the creator of the Winter Palace in Saint Petersburg. Crystal chandeliers, silk wallpaper, rich stucco molding, sculptures, luxurious tiled fireplaces, mirrors, elegant galleries and refined colors and frescos were made by Italian artists Francesco Martini and Carlo Zucci. Now the renovated areas show the former glory of the palace. During summer the tour includes visiting of the palace’s French regular park.

One day bus tripsTo Sigulda National park - Sigulda is often called the Latvian Switzerland. In summer and spring you can walk along the picturesque banks of the river Gauja and explore the main place of interest in Sigulda – the mighty medieval Turaida castle. The castle is an architectural monument of the 13th century. In winter, Sigulda is a center for Latvia winter sports like skiing, bobsled, and others.

One day bus tripsTo Jurmala - Jurmala is a seaside resort situated just 20 km from Riga. The natural curative features of this place were already well known more than one hundred and fifty years ago. Nowadays golden beaches, blue sea, fresh air and the unique beauty of pine forests attract tourists from all over the world. Here you can also come across wooden country houses of the beginning of the 20th century as well as modern cottages.

Extraordinary tours around Riga

Extraordinary tours around Riga

Jewish Riga 2 h walk. During the tour you will see the most important historical places of Riga's Jewish community. The tour includes visits to the Jewish school and the synagogue. You will get information about the Jewish history in Latvia from 17th century till now.

Extraordinary tours around Riga

Jewish Riga 2 h combined walk + bus tour + visit of Rumbula

Extraordinary tours around Riga

Riga - the city of contrasts + bus ride and walkin the Art Nouveau district 2 h - During the ride you will see the panorama of Riga. The bus drives along the embankment of the River Daugava, providing a wonderful panoramic view of the city. It proceeds through the center of the town to the Art Nouveau district, Alberta Street – a real open-air architecture museum, where the most explicit collection of Art Nouveau buildings in Europe is located. The tour follows an itinerary which includesthe Academy of Arts, the University building, the National Opera and the Central train station.

Extraordinary tours around Riga

Ex- Soviet Riga 1,5 h walk Soviet Riga If you are to really understand Riga, you have to experience its past filled both with happiness and sorrow. During this excursion we will turn back the wheel of time. Only a few decades ago Riga looked, spoke and thought absolutely different – in line with Soviet ideas. Even today, the city preserves and treats with respect the symbols of that time – The Monument of Red Infantrymen and the Occupation Museum, the Academy of Science and the restored Cathedral of Christ’s Birth, which used to be the home of a planetarium.

Extraordinary tours around Riga

A late walk around Old Riga 2 h It is a late afternoon, lonesome pedestrians wonder along the silent streets of Old Riga.. The light of the dusk wraps the old city’s walls with a dreamy sparkle and allows us travel centuries back in history. The lamps throw light on the buildings, which have forever sealed both terrifying and romantic secrets. Our guides will eagerly tell you what the roosters on the top of St.Peter’s and Dom Churches are chatting to each other about. And you will be ready to answer the mysterious voice’s question: ”Is Riga ready?” every night. For further enjoyment add a little love, a lot of laugh, and just a sprinkle of excitement – enjoy Latvia’s most famous, burning spirituous drink and this city will forever be sealed in your memories!

Extraordinary tours around Riga

The Moscow Suburb - One of the oldest and architecturally most valuable places in Riga is Moscow Suburb, which first emerged just outside the walls of Riga in the 13th century. Today Moscow Suburb is home to all the merchants and customers’ dream – the Central Market of Riga. Next to it, the 21-storied Academy of Sciences stands out. It was the first high rise building in Latvia, originally planned as a Collective workers’ building for the purpose of glorifying the Soviet government. During this excursion our guides will help you understand the cultural history of Russians and Jews. You will have the opportunity to visit churches of various denominations, including the beautiful Grebenshikovs Old Believers’ prayer centre, the dome of which is the only one in Riga that is entirely covered in gold. During the excursion, you will visit the childhood home of the famous soviet sculptor Vera Muhina, the author of the 24-meter tall sculptural group “Him and Her – The Collective Labourers”.

Activities

ActivitiesKayaking - Marvelous morning that you’ll never forget! Start your day with breakfast on the water! A kayak trip on the city canal and river Daugava. On this two- hour tour we will pass 16 bridges and see the still sleeping Riga from a unique point of view. Previous experience in kayaking is not necessary. A fully equipped kayak, your own group guide and a croissant with coffee will be at your disposal.

ActivitiesRiga at night! - Let's watch the sunset and the city lights of Riga dancing on the water. During this two-hour adventure we will cross the river Daugava and see the 16 bridges of the canal, illuminated in all colors of the rainbow. Previous experience in kayaking is not necessary. The rent of a kayak, your own group guide and a perfectly spent time.

ActivitiesSegway & bicycles - Best way to experience the city! Our segway & bicycle tour will take you around the real Riga! Markets, parks, wooden Riga and many more non-touristic sights. Let`s explore the local culture and enjoy freedom. A perfectly spent time!

Activities"Siberian Huskies" (rides in snow dog sleds) Snow dogs in Latvia are newcomers. A tough ride in a sled pulled by them is something new and breathtaking. Gain an utmost joy by joining this ride with Siberian Huskies, Alaskan Malamutes and an experienced musher.

Activities

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