Guided tour + short film "81 METRES"

Splendid Palace invites you to step behind the scenes and explore the cinema’s unique architecture, legendary stories, and the history of film itself.

With a first-class repertoire and a long tradition of cinematic events, Splendid Palace has delighted generations of moviegoers. But beyond simply watching films, this cinema — established in 1923 — offers fascinating insights into the history of cinema and viewing habits from the early 20th century to the present day. The building's architecture and lavish interiors are equally captivating, earning Splendid Palace its reputation as one of the most elegant and beautiful cinemas in Europe.

Short film "81 meters" is anessay about a lost time, found by a Super 8mm camera and the passion for the art of cinema. A cinephile invites you on an intimate trip through the last surviving cinema houses in Latvia. This documentary essay opens the locked doors to the cinema houses during perhaps the most difficult time in the history of physical cinema space.

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to ask splendid@rigasnami.lv