This Soviet Riga by car tour is an exploration of Riga's functional and monumental Soviet heritage. We focus on mid-20th century architecture, viewing major structures like the Academy of Sciences and the experimental Riga Diesel Factory Laboratory Building on Ganību dambis.

We step inside everyday history by going inside of a typical 1960s Soviet apartment bloc - we’ll ride a typical elevator and walk the utilitarian corridors to truly experience the functional design of the common spaces.

We will also ascend a reclaimed landfill hill for a unique panoramic view over a vast mikrorajons (Soviet era planned neighborhood), highlighting the sheer scale of Soviet urban planning.

This is a powerful and candid look at the city's modern architecture and its recent past

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels