Location: Jurmala
Top Things to do in Jurmala
The 8 Best Day Trips from in Jurmala, Riga Region
Jūrmala (Latvian pronunciation: [juːrmala] ( listen) "seaside") is a city in Latvia, about 25 kilometres (16 miles) west of Riga. Jūrmala is a resort town stretching 32 km (20 miles) and sandwiched between the Gulf of Riga and the Lielupe River. It has a 33 km (21 miles) stretch of white-sand beach, and a population of 56,646, making it the fifth largest city in Latvia.
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1. Sunrise at Kemeri National park + Jurmala
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Would you like to experience the beautiful moment when nature wakes up? This is definitely one of the best tours if you're a nature lover! You might feel sleepy at the start, but after a coffee/tea and that fresh crispy morning air - you'll be fully awake and happy! You will be picked up from your accommodation ~1,5 hour before the sunrise time. We'll take care of coffee/tea for you and also some fresh pastries so you can have that perfect start of the day! After the bog, we'll drive through beautiful Jurmala with a stop at the beach (you can also go for a swim in the summertime) and an optional stop at the viewing tower in Dzintari forest park! Let's chase the sunrise, let's wake up together with nature! Whether it is a sunny day or clouds are covering the sky - it will be beautiful. We promise!
Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Bottled water, a pastry with your tea/coffee, WiFi on board, Private transportation
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By LightPacker444030
We did a tour with Krista and Amber Tours to Rundale Palace in Latvia and the Hill of Crosses in Lithuania. Krista was an amazing guide who provided us with a lot of information and perspective on living in Riga. The drive seemed to fly by as we talked non-stop with Krista and learned a lot of about her culture and life in Latvia.
2. Full-Day Private Trip to Jurmala, Fisherman Villages and Nature Trails from Riga
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 8 reviews
Visit of famous beach resort Jurmala following Fisherman village and Visit to Nature Trail in ancient bog in comfort of private air conditioned vehicle. If you want to visit Latvian cuisine restaurant for lunch please inform our driver and he will book a table for you. Please require driver if you want to visit Fish Smokery with possibility to purchase freshly smoked fish from private smokery and he will make detour. Wooden architecture of Jurmala, seaside and pine forest walk, drive thru old fisherman villages and visit of ancient bog trail in Kemeri nature reserve. Please note that licensed guide service is not included in this tour. Our English speaking driver will give basic info, answer your questions, lead to the ticket offices and will advise best local restaurants for lunch. If licensed guide is requested it can be arranged at the sights that we will be visiting, please inform us in advance if such service is needed.
Inclusions: English speaking driver, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Bottled water
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By shieloug
We had a great tour around cesis, sigulda and turaida. Aldis was amazing! He was informative and was very enthusiastic until the end of the trip. He was sweet and sees to it that we were comfortable.. Knows a lot of local places to try and tajes, a lot of pictures, too! I recommend this hassle free day trip.. ????????
3. Day Tour to Kemeri National Park
Take a day off on your trip from the busy city Riga. In this day tour you will have two main stops. One would be at Kemeri National park. This would be a hike on Bog Boardwalk. The next stop would be in Jurmala, this is a resort town. You will enjoy your walk through the main walking street Joma street with many small local shops as well as walk by the sea. You can also choose the option with guide and enjoy the guided tour in Jurmala. Private tour is limited to a maximum of 8 people or 7 people if option with guide is chosen.
Inclusions: Driver, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks
Reviewed By Chris K
We contacted this company to see if they could provide us with an English speaking driver to take us from Riga to Liepaja for the day to visit the area my husbands father came from. They were more than happy to do this and we were taken to several places of interest including some free time in Liepaja town for lunch. Our driver was punctual, the ride was comfortable and he made sure we had a rest stop, the journey was about 3 hours each way! Despite the heavy rain we were lucky enough to have dry weather while we were there. A great day and I would recommend this company if you need a car during your stay.
4. Sunrise Tour To Great Kemeri Bog
Sunrise tour to Great Ķemeri bog – the third largest national park in Latvia and it is a vast area of natural beauty and diversity, famous for its wildlife, sunrises and magical atmosphere. The Great Ķemeri Heathsnature trail was established in 2000, and it today it is the longest and most impressive path of swamp footbridges in Latvia. Visit also Kaņieris lake bird watching tower and walk near sea coastline.
Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Snacks & hot drink
Exclusions: Gratuities, Other costs
Reviewed By EmilS241
We went with Riga Tours (Ingrida) to Lignate. Comfortable ride and nice, knowledgeable guide. We visited a Soviet Bunker with many original details well-kept. We also went on a 6 km walk in the national park by the Gauja river. Scenic and a nice opportunity to experience nature in the Baltics.
5. Tour To Ķemeri National Park And Smoked Fish Tasting
Ķemeri National Park is a famous for its wildlife, sunrises and magical atmosphere. You will have the chance to take in the nature, look out for birds and revitalize yourselves in this area of natural beauty. The town of Jurmala is proud of its unique natural resources – therapeutic thermal waters, peat mud, pine forests, healthy maritime climate, dunes and beaches covering 32.8 kilometres. R
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Snacks & hot drink, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Other costs, Gratuities
Reviewed By EmilS241
We went with Riga Tours (Ingrida) to Lignate. Comfortable ride and nice, knowledgeable guide. We visited a Soviet Bunker with many original details well-kept. We also went on a 6 km walk in the national park by the Gauja river. Scenic and a nice opportunity to experience nature in the Baltics.
6. Jurmala Day Trip
Experience individual, exceptional and professionally guided tour of Jurmala. Our experienced guide will walk through Jurmala's main sightseeing pearls. Once seen, Jurmala will remain in your heart forever as one of the most beautiful Baltic sea shore cities.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Bottled water, Fuel surcharge
Exclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By Mrlish
It went all smoothly from ask at reception at Hotel Hanza to going Transfer was on time and comfortable The dogs and handlers were very nice apart from language difference but we all managed very well The ride was exciting a great experience Thank you everyone brilliant
7. 2 in 1: Sigulda and Jūrmala in a single daytrip (All Inclusive)
Sigulda and Jurmala are by far the most popular daytrip destinations from Riga, but most of the people come here for such a short time that they have to choose just one. We have decided to help out people who are having hard time choosing and provide both of them in a single day. Yes, the tour will be longer and yes, you'll have less time in each of the places, but won't have to sacrifice two whole days to see two cities. To make it more efficient we have also included lunch and wine tasting in the itinerary and price, so you won't have to worry about that kind of thing. On this tour you'll have a guided tour around the most important sights of both Jurmala and Sigulda, enjoy a short and easy hike in a National Park, ride the famous Gauja Valley Cable Car and top it all off with a wine tasting at a local winemakers. Please check the full itinerary for details. This tour is highly customisable - just let us know what are your priorities and we'll adjust the plan according to your needs.
Inclusions: Everything
Exclusions:
Reviewed By fulviog219
We had a lot of private guides in our holidays around the world, in almost 20 countries and every time we had at least two or three of them. Harijs, our today's guide, was for sure one of the best. Warm, friendly, even thrilled to show us Riga and to explain us a lot of very interesting stories and anecdotes. Four and half hours passed in a while. He speaks a perfect English and was always helpful to answer a lot of questions. If you are a family o a small group of friends, Harijs is the perfect guide to introduce you to Riga beauties. Thank you for your comprehensive and professional job!
8. Bogs and Resorts in Jūrmala
A day trip loaded with everything Jurmala has to offer. On this tour you'll enjoy a lot of the nature, like a hike on the boardwalk of Kemeri bog, a visit to Ragakāpa dune nature park, some of the most beatiful beaches of the Baltic sea and a climb on Dzintari Forest park's 36 meter tall watchtower to see it all from above. But it's not only nature that Jurmala has to offer - you'll get a guided tour through the most important sights of the town, including a visit to the Jurmala Open Air museum to see the story of a little fishing village becoming a resort known all around Europe. On all of the sights you'll be accompanied by your guide who'll give you background information and some fun facts on everything you see. If you wish to have more alone time with the nature - that is not a problem as well. This tour is highly customisable, just let us know and we'll do our best to cater to your needs.
Inclusions: Everything except lunch
Exclusions:
Reviewed By fulviog219
We had a lot of private guides in our holidays around the world, in almost 20 countries and every time we had at least two or three of them. Harijs, our today's guide, was for sure one of the best. Warm, friendly, even thrilled to show us Riga and to explain us a lot of very interesting stories and anecdotes. Four and half hours passed in a while. He speaks a perfect English and was always helpful to answer a lot of questions. If you are a family o a small group of friends, Harijs is the perfect guide to introduce you to Riga beauties. Thank you for your comprehensive and professional job!
