Jūrmala Walking Tour

Child playing with seagulls on the beach in Jūrmala, Latvia.
Squawks of delight

Literally meaning "the seaside" in Latvian, the resort of Jūrmala has enchanted visitors from east and west for over two centuries.

 

White timber cottage with castle turret in Jurmala, Latvia
Wooden wonder

On the Jūrmala Walking Tour, we explore Jūrmala's history, delightfully eclectic architecture and vibrant cultural life. 

Icons in Our Lady of Kazan Orthodox Church in Jurmala, Latvia
A spiritual holiday

We visit genteel timber cottages, beautiful churches, Soviet sanatoriums, legendary mansions, and of course the pine-fringed beach.

Soviet era hotel and bronze turtle sculpture in Jūrmala, Latvia
At your own pace

We delve into the Jūrmala life of the great poets Aspazija and Ranis, hear seafaring stories, and learn how people's swimming habits has changed over the years.

Dzintari Concert Hall in Jūrmala, Latvia, with pink flower pot and two women in pink sweaters in foreground
Dzintari Concert Hall

And I'll play some music which encapsulates this enchanting shore.

tour details

Sand sculpture with the word "Jurmala" on the beach in Latvia
At the seaside

The tour is on foot and runs approximately 2 hours. I can meet you at your hotel if you wish, or we can meet in front of the Hotel Jūrmala Spa on Jomas iela, the main pedestrian street. - I will wear an orange hat so you can easily recognise me. 

Price: For one to four people (children under 16 not included): 70 euros per group. Five people or more: 90 euros per group. The maximum group size is 20 people. 

To get to the centre of Jūrmala from Riga, take the train to Majori station. Click here for timetables and tickets. And get some handy Jurmala visitor information.

Map of Jurmala Walking Tour

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Sculpture of three Atlases holding up the world in Old Riga
Take a load off

Here are my tips for enjoying Jūrmala after your tour.

 

Then, discover more of Jūrmala and Ķemeri spa on a full day private tour.

 

Get the lowdown on Riga's cobblestones, Art Nouveau architecture or all the great sights in one tour. Or get back to the USSR.

And explore a Sigulda cave or a Kurzeme winery.