Riga Sightseeing: Hop-On, Hop-Off Official Bus Tour
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Riga Sightseeing: Hop-On, Hop-Off Official Bus Grand Tour

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Riga, Latvia
Tour ID: 225

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Highlights

  • Explore the top attractions of Riga with the Hop On Hop Off Riga bus tour
  • Enjoy the flexibility to get off the bus and get on whenever you want to explore Riga
  • Admire the beautiful sites of the 800-year-old city of Riga along the two routes- red and blue
  • Listen to an engaging audio commentary on board available in 11 languages
  • With more than 80 attractions along the routes, enjoy the most of your visit to Riga
  • Smartphone Voucher Accepted! (No need to print the tickets)

Overview

Get around the 800-year-old city of Riga with the Hop On Hop Off Riga bus tours, taking you to conveniently located stops along the Red and Blue lines. Hop off the tour as much as you want within the validity period of your ticket, and hop back on when you are ready. You can also choose to sit and relax on the bus and enjoy the sights from the double-decker bus, offering unobstructed views. The red line takes you to places like Triangula Bastion, Pardaugava, Kipsala Island, Hotel Radisson, and more. The blue line takes you to the Triangula Bastion, Waterfront, Architectural Quarter, Esplanade, and more. The bus has an audio guide in 11 languages to help you understand the history and culture of each location. The Hop On Hop Off Riga bus tours are designed to enjoy sightseeing in Riga in a comfortable and relaxing way.

Itinerary

Riga is renowned for its beautifully preserved medieval Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and its stunning Art Nouveau architecture. The city also boasts a vibrant cultural scene, a flourishing culinary landscape, and is known for its market buildings. Riga is a popular tourist destination known for its well-preserved medieval Old Town, stunning Art Nouveau architecture, vibrant cultural scene, and affordability compared to other European cities. It is considered a cultural center and home to many museums and concert halls.
 
Witness a range of historical and contemporary architecture in Riga with the Hop On Hop Off Riga bus tour. See top sights as you ride across the famous attractions with unobstructed views from the double-decker Hop On Hop Off Riga bus. With engaging audio commentary on board in 11 languages, learn about the history of the places you pass through. The Hop On Hop Off bus tour offers two routes- red and blue, with more than 80 sites along the routes. This tour is perfect for architecture lovers and history enthusiasts. 
 
The Red routes take you to discover the historical beauty of Riga. Start your tour from the Triangula Bastion, which is a notable historical site that dates back to the early 17th century. Next, visit the Pardaugava. Continue your journey to the Kipsala island and Hotel Radisson. Your next stop is the Opera/Freedom Monument. Visit the KGB Building(KGB Museum), Esplanade, and Station Square. Stroll through the Central Market, considered to be one of the largest market halls in Eastern Europe, which includes five pavilions, each with its own category - vegetables, dairy, meat, fish, and gastronomy products. Whether you choose to stay on board or hop off to explore, this Hop On Hop Off Riga bus tour is the perfect way to see the best of Riga at your own pace.
 
Start your Blue route from the Triangula Bastion. Your second stop is the Waterfront, which is a Marine Passenger Terminal. Next, visit the Architectural Quarter and see the House of Medusa Gorgona. Continue your visit to the Esplanade, which includes statues of the renowned writer Rainis and the Latvian army. See the Central Railway Station, which is the most common form of public transport stop in this area. Stroll through the Central Market and Riga Central Market, which is Europe's largest market and bazaar in Riga, Latvia, and a bustling hub for local and international trade. You can hop on or off at any stop and explore the beautiful mix of history, culture, and architecture that this city has to offer with the Hop On Hop Off Riga bus tour.
 
With the red and blue routes, this Hop On Hop Off Riga bus tour offers a panoramic view of Riga's architectural gems across three districts, allowing you to explore at your own pace. Discover the Latvian Capital at your own pace with the flexible Hop-On Hop-Off Riga bus tour. Explore the amazing mix of traditions and modern ideas in Riga with the Hop-on Hop-off Riga Bus Tour.

Schedule

Schedule for Summers (June, July, August and September)
Blue Route Timings: 09:45am, 02:45pm, 03:15pm, 03:45pm, 04:45pm
Red Route Timings: 10:15am, 10:45am, 11:15am, 11:45am, 12:15pm, 12:45pm, 01:15pm, 01:45pm, 02:15pm 

Schedule for Low Season (April, May and October)
Blue Route Timings: 11:45am, 01:45pm, 03:45pm
Red Route Timings: 10:45am, 12:45pm, 02:45pm

Schedule for Winter Seaon (March, November, December and January till 05th)
Blue Route Timings: 10:45am, 02:45pm
Red Route Timings: 11:45am, 01:45pm
*Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start time

Frequency: 40-60 Minutes 
Full Loop: 2 Hours for Red Line ; 45 Minutes for Blue Route 
First Stop: Triangula Bastion (Old Town Square)
(Please check the Calendar to know about the availability)
 


Inclusions

  • 24 or 48 Hours Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Pass (as per option chosen)
  • Access to Red and Blue Routes
  • Audio Commentary with 12 languages (English, German, Russian, French, Spanish, Italian, Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish, Latvian, Lithunian, Polish)
  • Route Map on Board

Exclusions

  • Entrance Fees (Unless specified)
  • Hotel Transfers
  • Meals

Redemption Info

Please show your Smartphone voucher to the driver at the first stop : Triangula Bastion, 11.Novembra Krastmala 17
You will receive a ticket in exchange for your voucher, which you must keep until the expiry date/ tour.
Please check your ticket to know when it expires.
After exchanging your voucher for a ticket, your voucher will no longer be valid.
In loss of voucher/ticket, company is not liable for any refund.
IMPORTANT REQUEST: If you are coming by cruise ship/ ferries, it is important to advise cruise ship name and disembarkation/ docking time after your booking with replying on same email. 
Cruise Passengers:
We have a stop 200m from cruise port and the bus is clearly visible from the ship (in days when cruise ships are arriving, we start our tour from the port, and we are also bringing guests back to the ship).

Know Before You Go

Voucher Information: Mobile Vouchers are accepted!
Onboard Wi-Fi: No
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Dogs or Pets Allowed: Small and Well-behaved pets are allowed on board
Tours operate in all weather, rain or shine. Refunds due to weather will not be granted unless the service is suspended as a result of weather.
Disclaimer: Due to traffic issues, public holidays, weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances, there might be sudden changes in the route or in the schedule. Traffic congestion and road closures- may cause delays and changes to the route. We’ll do all we can to provide a smooth and frequent service! No refund will be offered for any changes or cancellations due to any unforeseen circumstances.
Important Instructions: We recommend our all passengers please try to board the bus at first stop if possible. During high season, specially on weekends, buses can be full, we advise you must wait for the next buses. NO REFUND possible in such conditions.

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Cancellation Policy

  • You must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience to get a complete refund.
  • If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience, you will not be reimbursed.
  • Any modifications made less than 24 hours before the start time of the activity/experience will not be allowed.
  • The cut-off times are determined by the activity/experience's local start time.
  • This activity/experience is weather dependent. If it is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will be given an alternate date or a full refund.

Customer Reviews

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Iryna Krashevska
2025-09-22

The most wonderful experience! Both drivers were exceptionally attentive and careful, and the audio accompanying the tou... Read More

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Iryna Krashevska
2025-09-22

The most wonderful experience! Both drivers were exceptionally attentive and careful, and the audio accompanying the tour was filled with exciting information. Very highly recommended to try for every tourist in Riga.

Iryna Krashevska
Sightseeingo

Thank you for your valuable feedback. Happy to hear your thoughts. It is always interesting to see what our travelers think of our service.

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Jennifer Ott
2025-07-08

We enjoyed this bus tour. Great for my 83 year old grandmother to enjoy the city without the walking. Read More

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Jennifer Ott
2025-07-08

We enjoyed this bus tour. Great for my 83 year old grandmother to enjoy the city without the walking.

Jennifer Ott
Sightseeingo

Thank you for your valuable feedback. Happy to hear your thoughts. It is always interesting to see what our travelers think of our service.

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beth blackwood
2025-05-22

Good overview of Riga but not easy to hop off & hop back on. Read More

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beth blackwood
2025-05-22

Good overview of Riga but not easy to hop off & hop back on.

beth blackwood
Sightseeingo

Thank you for your valuable feedback. Happy to hear your thoughts. It is always interesting to see what our travelers think of our service.

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Allison Fox
2024-06-15

Great tour. The bus was a little slower than the audio commentary, but there was a giant bike race on in the city that d... Read More

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Allison Fox
2024-06-15

Great tour. The bus was a little slower than the audio commentary, but there was a giant bike race on in the city that day, which might've explained the delay.

Allison Fox
Sightseeingo

Thank you for your valuable feedback. Happy to hear your thoughts. It is always interesting to see what our travelers think of our service.

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