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Soviet Riga: Vintage Car Tour & Life Behind the Curtain

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Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours 30 minutes

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Discover Soviet Riga from the seat of a fully restored 1979 VAZ 2103 — a classic vehicle that brings Cold War history to life. This immersive tour blends authentic locations, storytelling, nostalgic cassette music, and a symbolic vodka toast, creating a one-of-a-kind retro experience that’s truly unique in Riga and rare across the Baltics.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

1

Dailes Theatre

At the Daile Theatre, travelers will explore how Soviet ideology shaped performing arts and public expression. The guide will explain how censorship functioned and what role culture played in maintaining the state narrative. You'll stop outside the building for photos and stories.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

VEF

Visit the grounds of the legendary VEF factory, once a powerhouse of Soviet industrial production. Travelers will hear stories about working-class life, innovation under state control, and how factories like this shaped urban identity during the USSR period.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Guided commentary throughout the tour

Symbolic vodka toast

Ride in an authentic 1979 VAZ 2103 Soviet car

English-speaking driver-guide

Bottled water

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Soviet Riga: Vintage Car Tour & Life Behind the Curtain

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  • Perfect!!!

    789immar,,Aug 24, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Very interesting and detailed tour with a marvelous guide which makes you understand the deep and real life of ordinary citizens in Soviet Latvia. An unforgeatable experience!!!

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