Private Riga Art Nouveau Tour

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Private Riga Art Nouveau Tour

2 Adults x $127.91

$255.82

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$255.82

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Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Private tour
Professional guide
Local taxes

Hotel pick-up / drop off

Overview

Visit the stunning Art Nouveau district and discover the largest and best-preserved collections of Art Nouveau buildings in the world. Riga is a true Art Nouveau metropolis with over 800 buildings in this unique architectural style. In fact, it has the world’s highest concentration of Art Nouveau architecture. Riga gives us a perfect opportunity to dive into the subject of Art Nouveau and find out more about its relevance not just as an architectural style, but also for what it reveals about Riga. On this tour, we’ll explore Art Nouveau’s history, visit the city’s most iconic examples of the style, hear about its architects and visit the Art Nouveau museum

Itinerary

Latvian National Opera

The development of Riga in the late 19th and early 20th century, a brief history of Art Nouveau and why it is so prominent in Riga will be covered.

15 minutes
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Examples of vertical art nouveau and national romanticism will be covered. The progression of Art Nouveau through the years

20 minutes
Riga Secondary School No.40

An excellent example of National romanticism - the Riga secondary school No.40 will be discussed. National romanticism as a tool of national identity building in the build up to Independence will be covered.

10 minutes
Jewish Museum / Museum Jews in Latvia

The intersection of Art nouveau and neo classicism as well as the influence of the German community on the development of Riga through the decades will be discussed.

15 minutes
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Examples of eclectic decorativism will be covered. Building practices, interior layout of Art Nouveau apartments as well as modern conservation efforts will be discussed.

15 minutes
Alberta Iela

Alberta Street in Riga is renowned as the city's most famous Art Nouveau district, showcasing a stunning collection of architectural masterpieces. Lined with ornate buildings adorned with intricate details, elegant facades, and decorative elements, the street reflects the peak of early 20th-century design. This UNESCO World Heritage site captures the essence of the Art Nouveau movement, with its flowing curves, floral motifs, and symbolic embellishments, making it a must-see for visitors keen on architectural beauty and history. Alberta Street is a perfect blend of Riga's rich cultural heritage and artistic innovation.

40 minutes

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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April 25100% refund

April 26No refund

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