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Brian_M
Sep 9, 2026, 12:34:39 PM
Sep 9, 2026, 12:34:39 PM
There is a LOT to cover - but he is a treasure trove of information with a lot of tips for related things to see around Riga.
About Activity
The history of the Jews of Riga is very rich and significant. Much of this heritage can still be seen today. In three hours with an experienced guide, both by car and on foot, it is possible to visit important places and receive information in a very concentrated way, but at the same time easily and comprehensibly. Please be informed on Shabbat and other Jewish religious holidays, the Synagogue and the Riga Ghetto Museum are closed. The duration of the tour depends on the intensity of the traffic on the street.
What's Included
Includes
- Private transportation
- Guide services
Excludes
- Donation for the Synagogue - required to give on site
- Donation to Riga Holocost museum
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Traveler pick up offered
Itinerary
Several beautiful buildings in this part of the Riga was designed by Jewish architect Mikhail Eisenstein and in one of the buildings was born philosopher Isaiah Berlin.
This is former territory of Riga Jewish Ghetto where many buildings are in the same shape as 80 years ago in the WW II time.
On July 4, 1941, more than 300 hundreds of Jewish refugees from Lithuania and local Latvian Jews were herded into the basement of the synagogue which was then intentionally burned to the ground. There is a momorial place today.
In November of 1941, the Nazi decided to completely exterminate Jewish prisoners of the Riga ghetto. During the events which took place on the 30th of November and the 8th of December of 1941, more than 25,000 people were killed in the Rumbula forest, including approximately a thousand of Jews who were deported from Germany. A complete memorial was opened on the 29th of November 2002.
The Museum of Riga Ghetto and Holocaust in Latvia: a window into the story of the Riga Ghetto, the Holocaust in Latvia and Jewish life in Latvia before the Holocaust.
The Riga synagogue on Peitavas Street is one of Riga's Art Nouveau jewels and a significant cultural monument. he Synagogue was built 1903-1905 and designed in the Art Nouveau style with Ancient Egyptian motives.
Language Offered
Russian - GUIDE
English - GUIDE
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Dress code - any is fine (if not naked) and kipa will be provided if the head of the visitor will not be covered by cap, hat, scarf or other.
Operated by Armands Latvia Guide
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
Excellent tour of Jewish Riga
Jean_S
Jul 14, 2026, 6:57:58 AM
Jul 14, 2026, 6:57:58 AM
An excellent tour of places of Jewish interest in Riga. We achieved do much in just a few hours. Armands was a very interesting guide, extremely flexible.
Excellent 5 Star Tour
Rick_G
Jun 4, 2026, 9:46:44 AM
Jun 4, 2026, 9:46:44 AM
Armands was a wonderful host and tour guild. His in depth understanding of Riga’s Jewish history knowledge was superb. He also shared many fascinating and captivating local stories and legends. I would highly recommend taking this 5 Star tour.
Excellent Tour
David_D
Mar 23, 2026, 12:52:51 AM
Mar 23, 2026, 12:52:51 AM
Excellent tour, really enjoyed looking at all the main sights on the Jewish history tour, Armands my tour guide was excellent, would definitely recommend going on this tour.
Poignant
Paz_G
Oct 7, 2025, 4:38:19 AM
Oct 7, 2025, 4:38:19 AM
Very interesting tour of Holocaust memorials and the local synagogue. Very poignant tour of Riga and surrounding areas.
Great tour.
jennifersaylin
Jul 15, 2025, 4:09:27 PM
Jul 15, 2025, 4:09:27 PM
We enjoyed the tour a lot. Our guide was knowledgeable. Very knowledgeable. We saw everything we wanted and were able to spend the time we wanted at each place without being rushed. He went over time originally planned because we spent more time at each site which we thought was so kind.
Jewish Tour of Riga
Michael_G
May 24, 2025, 2:11:36 AM
May 24, 2025, 2:11:36 AM
Excellent tour and very informative. Guide drove me to all the key and important sites and covered everything I was interested in. Highly recommended.
Excellent Jewish Tour in Riga
Eliot_F
Jul 27, 2024, 2:41:22 AM
Jul 27, 2024, 2:41:22 AM
This was a very comprehensive and informative tour about the Jews of Riga. It gave the history, the accomplishments, and the tragic end during the holocaust. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable, and explained everything thoroughly. He gave us enough time at all the stops to do a little exploration on our own.
Memorable Tour and Never Again Resounds
Wendy_J
May 23, 2024, 12:49:30 PM
May 23, 2024, 12:49:30 PM
Armands was very knowledgeable and answered our questions. We went to several sites and witnessed memorials for the Jews that were killed in World War II. This tour is a somber tour and was presented with tact and honor for the memories of those lost. We learned much and purchased a book at the Jewish Ghetto museum.
Very good tour
Yuriy_G
Aug 30, 2023, 2:09:20 AM
Aug 30, 2023, 2:09:20 AM
Armando was very knowledgeable and friendly. We visited all sites mentioned and even extra. Definitely recommend.
Awesome tour!
Lorys_S
Aug 14, 2023, 2:25:26 AM
Aug 14, 2023, 2:25:26 AM
Excellent tour! We truly enjoyed our tour guide's great knowledge about Jewish life and past history. He was extremely informative and when he didn't know the answer, he admitted it. We were even sad to say goodbye...
Great tour in Riga!
Kim_P
Jun 24, 2023, 6:53:40 AM
Jun 24, 2023, 6:53:40 AM
Armands was very knowledgeable about Jewish culture and the history of Jews in Riga. We booked the tour for a Saturday which meant that a few things were closed for Shabbat. Armands was flexible and brought us to another place of interest instead.
Fantastic
Deborah_W
Jun 3, 2023, 9:19:39 AM
Jun 3, 2023, 9:19:39 AM
Fantastic tour. Armands was so couteous, knowledgeable, friendly and nothing was too much trouble. I will be using Armands again when I return to Riga. Thank you Armands
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