Winter Cultural Weekends in Riga

This morning, we head for the Kalnciema Quarter, a bright and lively spot in Riga, on the left bank of the Daugava River, in the green and colourful area of Pārdaugava. There are regularly hosts events for families and children, art exhibitions, plays, open-air concerts and educational events. The Kalnciema Quarter is particularly famous for its weekly market, open since 2008. Every Saturday, local farmers and artisans have been bringing their versatile produce to Kalnciema Quarter. The cluster of renovated wooden buildings contains a Wooden Architecture Centre, wine shop and café, a restaurant, an art gallery and a design salon. We end the visit nearby at the Āgenskalns Market. We continue the day by exploring Riga's arts and crafts and contemporary fashion and design, visiting local craftsman stores in the Old Town and learning about amber and knitted fabric traditions. The afternoon offers on optional guided visit to the Museum of Decorative Arts and Design (MDAD), which has been open to the public since 6 July 1989. The Museum has seven collections including textile art, ceramics, metal, leather, decorative wood and glass art as well as a design collection. This permanent display introduces visitors to the work of Latvia’s leading artists in decorative art and design. It tells about the dominant styles and movements in the period from the end of the 19th Century to the present day.  This evening there is an optional tour to the Ballet or an Opera performance at the Latvian National Opera. Meals: Breakfast

​Tour Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and independent tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (vh)