20% DISCOUNT WHEN PURCHASING A TICKET ON OUR WEBSITE
River boats VECRĪGA and MISISIPI — Pier: 11. novembra krastmala, right next to Vanšu Bridge, on the port side.
Boat trips to Jūrmala on the boat ELIZABETE (from 31.07.2026)
River boats VECRĪGA and MISISIPI — Pier: 11. novembra krastmala, right next to Vanšu Bridge, on the port side.
Boat trips to Jūrmala on the boat ELIZABETE (from 31.07.2026)
Canal boats depart from Radio Street 1, while the large boats “VECRĪGA” and “MISISIPI”, as well as cruises to Mežaparks and Jūrmala, depart from 11. November Embankment (Vanšu Bridge, Port side).
Tickets can be purchased online at rivercruises.lv / jaunavecriga.lv or directly at the pier. Online purchases guarantee a 20% discount.
Yes, printing is not required – just show the electronic ticket on your phone.
You do not need to register your gift card online or by phone! We will register it in person right before your trip. To ensure a great experience, please follow 3 simple steps:
Check the schedule: Before visiting us, please check the “Changes in Schedule” section on our website. Make sure that departures on your chosen day are running as planned and there are no changes.
Check the location: Please review the information on our website in advance to see exactly where our boat pier is located, so you can find us easily.
Arrive on time: Come for your chosen departure and be there approximately 30 minutes before the departure time. Present your gift card to our staff, and we will register it right on the spot!
Yes, we accept both payment cards and cash.
– Canal Cruise: about 50 min
– Riga Panorama Cruise: 1 hour
– Sunset Cruise: 2.5 hours
– Jūrmala Cruise: 2.5 hours
– Mežaparks Cruise: 1 hour 15 min
Yes, toilets are available on “VECRĪGA”, “MISISIPI”, “ELIZABETE” and “AGNES”. Canal boats do not have toilets.
Yes! All our boats are equipped with heating systems to keep you warm and comfortable even on cooler days.
Large boats have a bar with drinks and snacks. For private cruises, we can also provide full catering.
A small bottle of water – yes. Other items only with crew approval or during private charters.
Yes, all cruises take place even in rainy weather – the boats are partially or fully covered with roofs and windows.
Yes, children under 5 years old travel free of charge, and ages 6–9 receive a discount.
Yes, small pets (that can be held on your lap) are allowed. Larger pets require a leash and crew approval.
Yes, our crew will help ensure safe boarding and disembarking. Larger boats have spacious decks and stable entrances.
It is possible to board VECRĪGA and MISISIPI with wheelchairs.
However, large electric wheelchairs cannot currently access the deck – please contact us in advance to confirm accessibility options.
Yes, any boat can be rented for private events, corporate parties, weddings, birthdays, and more.
Send your request to: info@rivercruises.lv
Yes, available only on canal boats on the “Old Town Panorama Cruise” route.
Yes, our fleet is equipped with modern, EU-compliant engines, including electric motors.
If tickets are purchased on our websites, they are valid for the entire season.
Yes! We regularly work with travel agencies, schools, and companies, offering customized routes and prices.
It depends on the route:
– The Panorama, Sunset, Canal, Jūrmala, and Mežaparks cruises start and end at the same pier.
– On routes Riga–Jūrmala, Jūrmala–Riga, Riga–Mežaparks, and Mežaparks–Riga, start and end points differ, and there are currently no intermediate stops.
The season lasts from spring until late autumn, but private cruises can be arranged later in the year.
This is natural – the darker color comes from organic matter and peat deposits from surrounding rivers, lakes, and wetlands.
It’s a natural hue, not pollution.