Private tour in Riga Janis R

Riga Jewish Heritage Tour with Private Transportation

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Janis R.

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I am a tour guide who enjoys showing and talking about Riga to people visiting this great city. I like to tell stories in a fun way and I will reveal to you the most beautiful and unexpected places to visit in Riga. I like to entertain and I like to take good care of people. I've been a guide for 10 yrs now as of September 2022. I started 2012 doing kayaking Tours at Daugava River and Riga city canal. And step by step I grew and widened my area of knowledge. Nowadays I can provide a lot of interesting and witful Tours of Riga, Latvia and surroundings. Every place has a certain beauty and my task is to show You that beauty. City of Riga guide sertificate No 674 My Tours must be scheduled at least one week before the start. Tours coming from cruise ships have to start at the gate of Riga Passenger port.

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Overview of your Riga tour

Let's spend five hours and explore the Jewish history within Riga. Learn about history of Jews in Riga starting from 18th century, the development phase of 19th century, the full bloom phase at start of 20th century and the horrors of word war two. And of course have a glimpse of life of today. Learn about the most famous Jews that are firmly connected to Riga: Sergei Eisenstein Sir Isaiah Berlin Mark Rothko Philippe Halsman We are going to explore the Jewish Heritage in deep by visiting all the important places in Riga. All are mentioned in itinerary (below):

Your Riga tour itinerary

Visit Riga Synagogue - only synagogue that survived the Holocaust and is currently active center. Continue through the Museum of the Riga Ghetto and Holocaust in Latvia - informative place about Holocaust of World War Two Memorial of the Great Choral Synagogue. A place of great tragedy of 4th July 1941 when many people were trapped inside and have burnt down together with building. Travel through the historical Jewish quarter of Maskavas Forstate suburb. See the first Riga Synagogue and how it looks today. Visit the old Jewish cemetery See the Salaspils Memorial Ensemble Visit Rumbula and learn about one of the largest sites of mass murders of Jews of Europe. Finish the tour on a positive vibes and learn about Zanis Lipke who created an underground bunker to save Jews from Nazis. The Synagogue & Ghetto Memorial are open from 10 to 17, except Saturdays and Jewish holidays. Zanis Lipke Memorial is open every day except Sunday and Monday. Like all my tours this one can be customized to meet your interests.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Sedan

Comfortable private transportation will be provided by guide. Picking up at Your hotel included. I can provide a bigger vehicle according to size of the group. Please contact me for the quote Tours coming from cruise ships have to start at the gate of Riga Passenger port.

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Tickets: At the musems
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Donations to synagogues, museums, commemorative sites. Usually we have a coffee brake in the time of Tour.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Riga, Latvia

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide:

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Other details
Tour categories
Religious Sites
History
Jewish Heritage
Architecture
Tour reference number
1082193
Languages
English
Russian
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
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Who is this private tour in Riga best suited for?

This private tour in Riga is perfect for travellers interested in Jewish history and heritage. It's also suitable for those who want to connect with a local guide, Janis R., for deeper insights into the Jewish community's past and present in Riga. The tour is kid-friendly, making it a great option for families.

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Hours icon 5 hours
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