During this tour in Riga we will take you to four different locations in the city to enjoy it from above. Each location has its own charm and perspective on Riga. Learn about Latvia and Riga while seeing the city from a birds eye view.
Tour Type
City Tour
Tour Duration
~2.5 Hours
Location
Riga
Tour Season
May - October
Every city can be seen and explored in many different ways. One of the most spectacular ways is to take a look around from above. See the city from the birds eye view by visitng four different public viewpoints on the rooftop tour in Riga.
About The Tour
Tour Description
Tour Highlights
See Riga from above on a rooftop and viewpoint walk through the city, combining panoramic views, Old Town rooftops, lesser-known observation spots, a high café experience and stories about Riga from a bird’s-eye perspective.
Riga from Above
Experience Riga from several elevated viewpoints and discover how different the city feels when seen from above.
St. Peter’s Church Tower
Enjoy one of the classic views over Riga Old Town, with church towers, red rooftops, the Daugava River and the historic centre below.
Lesser-Known City Viewpoints
Visit viewpoints that many visitors miss and see Riga from angles that are different from the usual postcard perspective.
Skyline Bar or High Café Stop
Enjoy Riga views while having tea or coffee at one of the city’s higher cafés or panoramic indoor viewpoints.
Old Town Rooftops and Streets
Combine panoramic views with a walk through the centuries-old streets of Riga Old Town for both skyline and street-level atmosphere.
Riga Stories and Local Life
Learn about Riga’s history, architecture and everyday life while seeing how the city connects across rooftops, towers and neighbourhoods.
Route at a Glance
A city viewpoint route through Riga, connecting Old Town rooftops, panoramic towers, modern terraces and elevated cafés for a fresh view of the city.
Riga Old Town
Historic streets and rooftops
St. Peter’s Church Tower
Old Town panorama
Academy of Science Deck
City observation point
Gallery Riga Rooftop
Urban rooftop terrace
Skyline Bar
High city view
Riga from Above
Compare city perspectives
Local Riga Stories
History and daily life
Explore the Viewpoints
Riga Old Town
Begin with Riga Old Town, where the narrow streets, church towers and historic rooftops create the classic skyline that you will later see from above.
St. Peter’s Church Tower
Visit St. Peter’s Church tower for one of Riga’s best-known panoramic views. From here, you can see the Old Town rooftops, the Daugava River and the wider city layout.
Academy of Science Observation Deck
Continue to the Academy of Science observation deck for a different angle over Riga. This viewpoint helps show the city beyond the Old Town, including neighbourhoods, markets and urban layers.
Gallery Riga Rooftop Terrace
See Riga from the rooftop terrace of Gallery Riga shopping centre. This stop gives a more modern city perspective and a contrast to the historic tower views.
Skyline Bar or High Café View
Enjoy a relaxed stop at one of Riga’s highest café or bar viewpoints. It is a good place to slow down, have a tea or coffee and look at the city from a comfortable indoor setting.
Compare Riga from Different Angles
Each viewpoint shows a different Riga: medieval rooftops, Soviet-era urban planning, modern city life, church towers, river views and everyday neighbourhoods.
Riga Stories and Local Life
Throughout the route, learn about Riga’s history and everyday life while connecting what you see from above with the streets and neighbourhoods below.
Additional information
- Tour includes moderate amount of walking, please wear flat shoes suitable for walking.
- The tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress according to the weather
Map of the tour
Tour Price and Booking
- Meeting at the hotel (if located in the Riga Old Town)
- Guide
- Admission fees