Ligatne Soviet Nuclear Bunker from Riga

Overview

Available languages

English

5 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Explore the secrets of the Cold War with our Ligatne Soviet Nuclear Bunker Tour! This exciting experience starts with a 1-hour show around of charming town of Ligatne, known for its beautiful nature and historical sites. Next, step into the past with an in-depth tour of the once-classified Soviet bunker, hidden deep underground. Led by expert guides, this shared group tour offers fascinating insights into Soviet-era history and the bunker’s role in national defence.

The tour operates with a minimum of 3 participants.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Travel time from Riga to Līgatne is ~1h 15min each way.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Bottled water

Entrance tickets at the bunker and a guided tour

Air-conditioned vehicle

Parking Fees

Lunch

What To Expect

Ligatne

Explore the charming city of Līgatne. Known as the "city of 9 wonders," Līgatne invites you to uncover its fascinating history and landmarks. Learn about the renowned Papermill, which once supplied all essentials for the town, and delve into the rich stories that shaped this picturesque destination.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

The Secret Soviet Bunker

The Ligatne Nuclear Bunker in Latvia was constructed during the Cold War era as a fortified shelter for Soviet officials in case of nuclear attack. Today, it operates as a museum, offering insights into Cold War history, civil defense tactics, and the bunker's role in protecting personnel during that tense period. Guided tours provide visitors with a glimpse into its construction, purpose, and the daily life that would have occurred within its walls.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

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Ligatne Soviet Nuclear Bunker from Riga

Reviews

4.50

2 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Monday, August 4th, private day tour with Krista.
iowacityia,
Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My wife and I had been communicating with Krista, at Latvian Gem, since April. I was interested in both this tour, and the Iron Curtain Adventure tour. The Latvian Gem website was discovered with a google search. I am so glad we discovered them. The communication I had with Krista, and Latvian Gem for the months leading up to our arrival, was wonderful. Everything was arranged wonderfully. We were picked up from our Riga accommodation by Krista, introductions were made, and off we went. We had a 3pm start time for our Ligatne bunker guided tour. Krista got us inside, got us our tickets, and guided us towards one of the two guides that would be leading us this afternoon. We had Oscar as our bunker guide. He was great, and the bunker tour was fantastic. After the tour, Krista drove us around the Ligatne area, showing us some amazing sites. And not just showing, but also explaining to us all about what we were seeing and visiting. She then took us to a quaint restaurant nearby,. That too was wonderful. Both the location, and the food and drink. Afterwards we made the drive back to our accommodation. We would be seeing Krista once again the next morning, for another Latvian Gem tour. Krista to us was not only a tour guide, but a friend. This tour, and the next days tour, were our favorite parts of our 3 week Baltic states trip.
Unfortunately cancelled, but tour operator arranged an alternative trip.
MrPCTheFlaneur,
Sep 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Tour was unfortunately cancelled due to low participation numbers (2ns week of September seemed to be in the down-season). However the tour operator did endeavour to get me on an alternative tour, where I went to Lithuania (Hill of Crosses, a Baroque palace and a Medieval castle).