The Halloween edition walking tour will take you to the unique district of Riga – Brasa, leading you through landmarks on Miera Street, Pokrova Cemetery, and the Great Cemetery. Experience ghostly legends, chilling tales, and dark history in the haunting atmosphere of the night.
Halloween in Riga - What to do?
As the darkness arrives we are offering special themed tours for Halloween in Riga. Running on the October, November and December on slectred dates at 18:00. Meeting at the entrance to Dailes Theatre. Make sure to wrap up warm, take a torch, and expect a tour that covers history as well as ghost stories and legends.
Many of us will have explored Old Riga and the classic sites of Riga but this tour will explore some parts of history not touched on and really gives you a chance to understand the area around the Great cemetery. Located along Peace street 'Miera iela' this old burial ground is rich in history, characters from the past and some dark episodes of history.
A tour that can suit people of all ages, families, firends and visitors to the city.
Halloween tour of Riga details
This tour has been conceived by our newest team member Emīls. Please do support his new idea and if you book but cannot make it, please let us know so we can offer spaces to others.
Please note that the meeting point and end point are not in the old city of Riga but in central Riga. You should alllow 20 mins to walk to the start point from the edge of Old Riga. We will end in a part of town with numerous cafes and bars, so if you want you can explore the area yourselves after the tour.
Meeting point - at entrance to Dailes Theatre MAP
Ending point - Close to Tram 11 stop on Miera iela. Your guide will show you how to return to Old Town if needed.
Duration - 2hrs 30mins approx
Price - Free, tips / contribution.
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