James Eldridge

Guide profile:

Originally born in London, moved to Riga in 2005 and instantly fell in love with this beautiful and ever changing city. I worked within animation and film before setting up a small independent alternative tour project in Riga. My aim was to show Riga from an outsiders perspective and to show areas of the city away from the main touristic sites. If you like to explore, discover and find out what kept me here this long then i can provide an entertaining and informative experience for you. I have no formal qualification in tourism, no training but am a keen historical reader, storyteller and non biased observer.

Tour guide services/sample itinerary:

General city information and orientation, what to do and what not to do, City tours away from the Old Town. Alternative and creative tours. 19th and 20th century architectural tours, including art nouveau, post modernism, functionalism, wooden architecture and soviet buildings. Out of Riga tours also possible.

Transportation by tour guide:

All tours are conducted on foot unless you feel like a tram ride or train journey. Bike tours can also be organised.

Tour guide interests:

Music, culture, history, talking, people, performing, entertaining and bicycles.