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Riga Jewish History Tour

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| Riga, Latvia
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On average, this is booked 26 (0) days in advance.
3 to 4 hours (approx.)
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Overview

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

  • Private transportation
  • Guide services
  • Donation for the Synagogue - required to give on site
  • Donation to Riga Holocost museum
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Meeting and Pickup

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Please wait outside of the hotel or apartment, because we are not allowed to park the car in the Old Riga.

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Art Nouveau Riga

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.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Latgale Suburb

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.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Great Choral Synagogue Memorial

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.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Rumbula Forest Memorial

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.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Riga Ghetto and Latvian Holocaust Museum

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.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Riga Synagogue

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.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Riga Jewish History 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 (EET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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Activity code: C-379189P5

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Riga Jewish History Tour?
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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 (EET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Private transportation.
  • Guide services.
The following is NOT included:
  • Donation for the Synagogue - required to give on site.
  • Donation to Riga Holocost museum.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 16..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Riga Jewish History Tour is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Riga Jewish History Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Sky Diving. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

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  • Private transportation
  • Guide services
  • Donation for the Synagogue - required to give on site
  • Donation to Riga Holocost museum

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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.

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