Riga Ferris Wheel to Launch Just Before Easter

The long-awaited highlight of this spring on the left bank of the Daugava is finally here: on April 17 at 12:00 p.m., the Riga Ferris Wheel “Riga Rise” will be officially opened with ceremonial speeches. Visitors will be able to enjoy the attraction starting from 1:00 p.m.

The 65-meter-high Ferris wheel will become a major tourist attraction on the less-visited left bank of the Daugava in Riga, joining the ranks of world-famous Ferris wheels located in Chicago, Montreal, Gdańsk, and London. It is suitable for use in all seasons, as its cabins are equipped with both air conditioning and heating systems. The wheel can accommodate 240 passengers at once – eight per cabin.

Visitors to the Ferris wheel will also be able to enjoy a unique artistic experience – a digital gallery created in collaboration with the “Zuzeum” Art Centre and the Zuzāns Collection. This will be a rare opportunity to gain a new, enriching perspective on Riga, viewing historical city maps and engravings, 20th-century posters and ads, as well as original works by various artists themed around Riga.

“We are very pleased – a lot of work has been done to make our city even more beautiful, more enjoyable for locals, and more attractive for visitors. The Riga Ferris wheel is ready to welcome guests, providing unforgettable moments and offering a bird’s-eye view of the city. We invite everyone to share beautiful moments with family and friends, as the cabins are spacious enough to enjoy this experience with your loved ones,” says Dimitrijs Uspenskis, board member of SIA “RPR Operators,” the project’s developer.

As previously reported, during the construction of the Riga Ferris wheel, a part of the historic Victory Park – between Uzvaras Boulevard, Raņķa Embankment, Slokas Street, and Aleksandra Grīna Boulevard – was also renovated. The project included a thorough analysis of the park's history, resulting in a detailed study by landscape architect Linda Zaļā. The newly designed pathways reflect the historical layout, while other improvements follow modern 21st-century quality and safety standards – the greenery has been upgraded with respect to existing vegetation, trees have been replanted, lighting installed, comfortable benches added, and safety solutions implemented.

One ride on the Ferris wheel will last 15 minutes.

Ticket prices: Adults – €17, children aged 3–12 – €13, students with ISIC cards and pensioners – €15. Various discounts will also be available for specific visitor groups, including several types of family tickets. Tickets can be purchased at the box office located at the base of the wheel.

Opening hours: Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Friday to Monday from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

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