Latvian Beer & Snack Tour from Riga

Taste Latvian craft beers
Enjoy local snacks
Visit Valmiermuiža and Brenguļi
Explore Cēsis Old Town
Taste Latvian beer, enjoy local snacks and discover Latvia countryside on a relaxed day trip from Riga with Valmiermuiža, Brenguļi, Straupe, Cēsis and the medieval castle ruins.

Tour Type

Sightseeing / Food Tasting

Tour Duration

~10 Hours

Location

Vidzeme - North Latvia

Tour Season

May - October

From 75 EUR per person

Enjoy a relaxed Latvian beer and snack tour from Riga with countryside views, brewery visits, local flavours and historic stops. Visit Valmiermuiža brewery, taste Latvian beer with carefully selected local snacks, continue to Brenguļi for unfiltered live beer, and finish the day with a historic town and the medieval castle of Cēsis.

About The Tour

Tour Description

We will start our day with the relaxed drive through the countryside of Latvia. During the transfer you will see the typical landscapes of Latvia and get impression of the rural way of life here.

First object of the day is a beer brewery which creates it's premium beer slowly and with the best care. This beer is recognized as good beer by every Latvian.

In Valmiermuiža brewery, you will enjoy the beer and different localy made snacks which are picked perfectly for the beer you will be drinking. You will witness the production processes of one of the best beers in the country and of course also taste a few of them.

A true lover of Latvian beers will definately suggest you to try live beer "Brengulis". We are also between these people who will recommend you to give this beer a go, so we are taking you to another, smaller beer brewery close by - "Brengulis Beer"

"Brengulis" beer brewery honors the ancient brewing recipes. This beer is not filtered and is called "Live beer" by locals. It's a very small beer brewery and it's hard to find it's production in the shops and not every bar has it on their drink list, so one of the best ways to taste it is to come right to the brewery and taste in a nice outdoor beer garden.

After a pleasant rest and beer tasting, day takes us further to one of the nicest towns of Latvia - Cēsis to visit medieval castle ruins.

Tour Highlights

Discover Latvian beer traditions on a relaxed day trip from Riga, with countryside views, Valmiermuiža brewery, Brenguļi live beer, local snacks, Straupe Castle and the historic town of Cēsis.

Valmiermuiža Beer Brewery

Visit one of Latvia’s best-known breweries, learn about the brewing process and taste carefully made Latvian beer.

Local Latvian Snacks

Enjoy locally made snacks selected to match the beer tasting and discover how beer and food traditions come together in Latvia.

Brenguļi Live Beer

Taste unfiltered “live beer” at a small local brewery known among Latvians for its traditional character and outdoor beer garden atmosphere.

Latvian Countryside Drive

Travel through rural Latvia, passing small towns, quiet roads and countryside landscapes on the way to the breweries.

Straupe Castle Stop

Walk around charming Straupe Castle, a peaceful historic stop that adds a cultural break to the beer and snack experience.

Cēsis Old Town and Medieval Castle

Finish the day in one of Latvia’s most beautiful historic towns, with old streets, castle ruins and medieval atmosphere.

Route at a Glance

A flavourful route from Riga through the Latvian countryside, combining local breweries, beer tasting, traditional snacks, castle stops and the historic town of Cēsis.

1

Departure from Riga

Countryside drive

2

Valmiermuiža Brewery

Beer making and tasting

3

Local Snack Tasting

Beer-friendly Latvian snacks

4

Brenguļi Brewery

Unfiltered live beer

5

Straupe Castle

Historic castle stop

6

Cēsis Old Town

Historic town walk

7

Cēsis Medieval Castle

Castle ruins and park

Explore the Stops
1

Departure from Riga and Countryside Drive

The day starts with a relaxed drive from Riga through the Latvian countryside. Along the way, you see small towns, rural roads and everyday landscapes that give a wider feeling for life outside the capital.

2

Valmiermuiža Beer Brewery

Visit Valmiermuiža, one of Latvia’s most recognised beer producers. Learn about the brewing process, see how the beer is made and taste carefully crafted Latvian beer in the place where it is produced.

3

Local Latvian Snack Tasting

During the Valmiermuiža stop, enjoy locally made snacks chosen to pair well with the beer. This adds a food culture element to the day and shows how Latvian flavours can work beautifully with local beer.

4

Brenguļi Brewery and Live Beer

Continue to Brenguļi, a smaller brewery known for unfiltered “live beer”. It is a local favourite and best enjoyed at the brewery itself, especially in its simple outdoor beer garden atmosphere.

5

Straupe Castle

Stop at Straupe Castle, a charming historical landmark along the route. It gives the day a short cultural pause between the beer tasting and the Cēsis part of the journey.

6

Cēsis Old Town

Walk through the ancient streets of Cēsis, one of Latvia’s most beautiful historic towns. The old town atmosphere, wooden buildings and quiet streets make it a lovely contrast to the brewery visits.

7

Cēsis Medieval Castle and Castle Park

Visit the medieval castle area in Cēsis and enjoy the surrounding park. The castle ruins are among Latvia’s most atmospheric historic sites and bring a strong medieval ending to the day.

Additional information

  • This tour includes a moderate amount of walking in brewery areas, castle surroundings and Cēsis Old Town. Please wear comfortable flat shoes.
  • The tour operates in different weather conditions. Please dress according to the weather.
  • Beer tasting is intended for adults of legal drinking age. Non-alcoholic alternatives may be limited and should be requested in advance.
  • Please enjoy alcohol responsibly. The tour includes transportation, so guests do not need to drive after the tastings.

Map of the tour

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour usually includes transportation from Riga, a visit to Valmiermuiža brewery, beer tasting with local snacks, a stop at Brenguļi brewery, Straupe Castle and time in Cēsis Old Town and the medieval castle area.

The tour lasts approximately ~10 Hours, including pick-up and drop-off in Riga. It is a full-day trip through Vidzeme with brewery visits, countryside stops and time in Cēsis.

The route usually includes Valmiermuiža brewery and Brenguļi brewery. Exact access, tastings and timing may depend on opening hours, availability and local conditions.

Yes. The tour includes local snacks selected to match the beer tasting and introduce simple Latvian flavours that pair well with local beer.

No. Beer tasting is an important part of the tour, but the day also includes Latvian countryside scenery, Straupe Castle and a visit to Cēsis Old Town and the medieval castle area.

This tour is mainly designed around beer tasting. Non-drinkers can still enjoy the countryside, snacks and historic stops, but non-alcoholic tasting alternatives may be limited and should be requested before booking.

Beer tasting is available only for guests of legal drinking age. Younger travelers may join the sightseeing part of the tour, but they cannot participate in alcohol tastings.

Yes. The tour operates in different weather conditions. Please dress according to the weather, especially because some stops, such as castle areas and Cēsis Old Town, include outdoor walking.

Tour Price and Booking

From 75 EUR*
Price includes:
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Transportation
  • Beer tasting
  • Snacks for the beer
  • Entrance tickets
  • Guide
*The price depends on your group size. To receive an exact quote, please click “Inquire / Book”.
From 50 EUR*
Price includes:
  • Rental car with unlimited mileage
  • Detailed itinerary
*Price is provided for the whole tour program!
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About this region of Latvia - Vidzeme

Vidzeme (Northern Latvia)

EDEN 2011 Cēsis

Reviews of this tour on TripAdvisor

"Had a great time on the beer tour!"

Reviewed in July 2014
Joy from Austin, USA

Rihards was a great tour guide and the tour was amazing! We booked the Beer and Cheese tour and couldn't have been more pleased. It was definitely the highlight of our trip! We definitely recommend this tour company to anyone who visits Riga!

Visited July 2014

"Relaxed day with some fine beer"

Reviewed in November 2013
Daniel from Cape Town, South Africa

I wanted a day trip to get out in the country a bit and this was a great option. Rihards arranged an interesting day despite it being out of season, heading out to Valmiera for beer that easily compares with the best I've tasted. On the way back also stopping in a beautiful little town called Cēsis for a walkabout.

I'm pretty quiet at the best of times, but Rihards' sharing of some of Latvia's history and countless other stories kept even me engaged all day. I'd recommend Discover Latvia to anyone, really helpful in a country where going it alone would not be that easy I think.

Visited November 2013