Your trip to Rundale Palace transports you to an architectural jewel designed by the creator of St. Petersburg's iconic Winter Palace. You'll have free rein to marvel at the intricately painted ceilings, 40 opulently-restored rooms with monumental blue and white porcelain stoves, and relax in the magnificent French-style gardens. With a day filled with baroque splendor you'll be sure to carry the elegant spirit of Rundale with you when you head back. The opening hours change throughout the year, so please check the current opening hours here: https://rundale.net/en/visiting-hours/
Once at Rundale Palace, you'll have the freedom to wander the lavishly decorated chambers, admire the painted ceilings, and relax in its French gardens. Your driver is never far away, at your immediate service for a smooth transfer back to Riga.
Built in the 18th century by the Dukes of Courland, Rundale Palace and its Versailles-inspired gardens were designed by renowned architect Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli - the Russian court architect who designed the Winter Palace in St. Petersburg. The palace suffered greatly during the early 20th century, being used as a school, with the Duke’s dining room even being converted into a gymnasium. Extensive renovation has restored the palace to its former glory, allowing visitors access to 40 opulent rooms. Among the many fine furnishings and historic pieces of art, the palace is best known for the splendid carved and painted ceilings, as well as the monumental blue and white porcelain stoves used to heat every room. Visitors can also stroll through the finely manicured paths of the palace’s sprawling French style gardens, smelling the roses and admiring the palace’s striking Baroque facade from every angle.
Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! You’re free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning you’ll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.