Delicious Food Tasting Adventure in Riga Central Market

23 Reviews

Rīga, Latvia

Delicious Food Tasting Adventure in Riga Central Market

Discover the real taste of Riga in the most beautiful market that is also included in UNESCO World Herritage List.

During this tour you will be able to taste several local products including smoked meat, smoked or pickled fish, rye bread, seasonal soup, spiced cheese, dumplings, pastry, and many more.

During this adventure, we usually try few of the traditional specialties including grey peas - the specialty enlisted in the European Protected Designations of Origin (PDO) list.

From $51.39

Price varies by group size

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Free cancellation

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Safety measures

2 hours (Approx.)

Mobile ticket

Offered in: English

Good for avoiding crowds

Overview

Riga Central Market is one of the largest in Europe, located at the heart of Riga’s UNESCO-listed Old Town. On this guided walking tour, immerse yourself in local life as you explore the lively market, learn about Latvian cuisine and cultural traditions from your guide, and tuck into a variety of local specialties like smoked meats, seasonal soups, cheeses, dumplings, pastries and more.

Walking tour: experience Riga Central Market like a local
Sample delicious Latvian foods and regional specialties
Local guide: receive recommendations on where and what to eat in the city
Choice of private or small-group tour with a maximum of 12 people

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From $51.39

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What's Included

Food tasting (8-10 different samples)

Professional guide

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Snacks

Coffee and/or Tea

Pick - up from hotel or apartment in Riga city center (for private tours only).

Gratuities

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Additional food and drinks (available for purchase)

Departure & Return

Departure Point

Vecpilsētas iela 12, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia

For public tours please wait outside Vecpilsetas 12 on the corner of Vecpilsetas and Kaleju Streets, that is in Old Riga. You will recognize the guide by the badge she or he will be wearing. Pick-up is only offered for private groups, please contact us by email and send us the pick-up location..

Return Details

Rīgas Centrāltirgus, Latgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all weather conditions (covered market)
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Please eat only light meal before as this activity is also suitable as lunch
You will have a chance to taste 8 - 10 different traditional food samples that most people find delicious. Usually after this tour people feel like they've had a lunch. We do not recommend this activity for people who are very picky with the food.
For public tours please arrive 5 minutes before departure. We respect those who arrive in time and always start in time, so if you are not there when the activity starts the group will leave without you and you will loose your place on this tour.
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
OPERATED BY Raami Travel

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

What is the policy on sanitization during Delicious Food Tasting Adventure in Riga Central Market?

A:The policy on sanitization is:

Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

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What is the social distancing policy during Delicious Food Tasting Adventure in Riga Central Market?

A:The policy on social distancing is:

Social distancing enforced throughout experience

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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Delicious Food Tasting Adventure in Riga Central Market?

A:The policies on staff health & safety are:

Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff

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Traveler Tips

"Come with an open mind and be willing to step outside your comfort zone." See review
"You won't need to eat dinner after this but you will need to return because the market is so vast." See review

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Perfect way to start a trip to Riga

Deanne_C

, Mar 2020

We booked the tour for our first day in Riga and we were so glad we did. Liga our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. We tried so much food and left feeling very full! The soup was a particular favourite. Liga also gave us recommendations for other restaurants and bars in Riga which was really helpful and we had a great time.

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Highlight of our weekend in Riga!

Steve_R

, Feb 2020

We absolutely loved doing this tour and would recommend it to ANYONE who wants to do an experience in Riga. Our guide Haris was brilliant - super friendly, helpful, considerate and extremely knowledgeable - educating us not only on the food element but about Riga / Latvia in general. He took us around 3 different markets - a meat market, a fish market and a vegetable market. We had a perfect mix of picking / tasting different foods at the market stands but then also a few chances to sit down in the café areas and enjoy larger tasting dishes. The description says that you don't get "lunch", just snacks, which is true but you will definitely come away feeling VERY full from all the tasters. It was actually heavily raining all afternoon in Riga so it was ideal to spend the time walking indoors in a heated area! Thank you again Haris - we wouldn't have wanted anybody else to show us around!

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Amazing Experience!

Macey_H

, Nov 2019

This tour was so great to go on, I would definitely recommend it to anyone that visits Riga. I had no idea what to expect from the market, and this tour, and my fantastic tour guide, showed me all of the amazing food of Latvia! Our tour guide was super personable, and she made sure to ask everyone in the group what kind of foods we wanted to try, and which things we did not want to try. I felt like we saw all of the interesting foods that are specific to Riga, and it was all super tasty. Not only did we try some great cuisine, but we also learned some cool history about the market and about Latvian food. Definitely worth the trip!

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Response from Host , Nov 2019

Thank you, it is always nice to hear such pleasant words! I hope you had a great time in Riga! :)

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Going to the Market with a Friend

Richards_P

, Jul 2019

Our guide was spectacular. Her knowledge of the ever-evolving market was second-to-none, and she navigated its splendors and hazards for us with deftness and aplomb. More than just a guide, though, we had the distinct impression, in fact, of being with a Latvian friend. We had so much fun together at the market that our scheduled two hours turned into closer to three. Saying goodbye was sad! We can't recommend this tour highly enough.

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Red Beet soup!

rodeoff

, May 2019

Liga met us on time . She spoke English and took time to ask our expectations, and educated us on street safety. Enjoyed learning about the regional foods and culture past and present. Come with an open mind and be willing to step outside your comfort zone. Suggest to bring a bag and cash so you can purchase along the way as you do tour.

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Response from Host , May 2019

Thank you for your feedback, each and every review is very important to us and also to our future guests It was great meeting you in Riga! With the best wishes.

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2 hours of food!!!

Susan_K

, Aug 2018

A nostalgic taste of my cultural roots. You won't need to eat dinner after this but you will need to return because the market is so vast.

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Wonderful experience!

Molly E

, Jul 2018

We had an wonderful time, and our hostess was incredible! She was so welcoming and shared with us a variety of foods. Highly recommend for anyone, particularly for adventurous eaters.

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Great food in actual Zeppelin...

Scott G

, Dec 2017

Great food in actual Zeppelin hangers we are so glad we took this tour! Our knowledgeable and charming guide, Edithe, did a great job leading us through all five hangers and showing us the delicious assortment of Latvian food that is available at the market. Make sure to go when you're hungry as there's plenty of good food available! Sprotes, grey peas and kvasse foodies will not want to miss this opportunity.

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