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- German
- Portuguese
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- English
- English
- Italian
- Italian
- French
- French
- Spanish
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Explore Riga at your own pace with a self-guided walking tour on your phone. You get a clear map of all nine stops, easy navigation, and immersive audio stories that bring the city’s legends to life at each location.
The route weaves through the medieval Old Town and into the elegant Quiet Centre, taking you from the House of the Blackheads to the famous Art Nouveau district. Along the way, you will discover the secrets of St. Peter’s spire, the "Cat House" revenge story, the Swedish Gate, and the Freedom Monument, turning a simple walk into a journey through centuries of history.
Start anytime, pause for a coffee (or a Black Balsam), and explore freely. No groups, no schedules. Audio and text available in 7 languages.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Start your walk at the House of the Blackheads. Just open Ciceru nearby to begin exploring this reconstructed 14th century guild hall from the outside, where the lavish Dutch Mannerist façade and symbolic sculptures tell the story without entering the building.
Wrap up your tour on Alberta Street. Admire the expressive Art Nouveau façades, stone faces, and dramatic ornamentation created by Mikhail Eisenstein before ending your walk in Riga’s most theatrical neighborhood.
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
Start your walk at the House of the Blackheads. Just open Ciceru nearby to begin exploring this reconstructed 14th century guild hall from the outside, where the lavish Dutch Mannerist façade and symbolic sculptures tell the story without entering the building.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
View St. Peter’s Church from the square. The towering spire, the golden rooster and the Gothic brickwork are all visible from the exterior and offer a complete look at Riga’s most dramatic repeat reconstruction project.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Pause outside the historic storefront associated with Riga Black Balsam. The ceramic bottles, signage and Old Town setting provide all the context needed for this legendary Latvian potion while keeping the stop outdoors.
Admission ticket free -
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Wander through Livu Square and admire the Cat House from street level. The angry black cats on its turrets and the colorful façades surrounding the square can all be appreciated fully from the outside.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Take in the exterior of Riga Cathedral from Dome Square. The mix of Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque elements, along with the famous rooster atop the spire, create a rich outdoor experience that does not require entry.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Stand on Maza Pils Street and admire the trio of historic houses from the street. Their Gothic, Mannerist and Baroque façades provide the entire architectural narrative from the outside.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Walk under the Swedish Gate and view the Powder Tower from the surrounding streets. Both remnants of Riga’s medieval defenses are best experienced from the exterior, including the embedded cannonballs on the tower walls.
Admission ticket free -
2Freedom Monument
Pause before the Freedom Monument and observe Milda, the three stars, and the sculptural groups surrounding the base. The monument’s meaning and impact are fully conveyed outdoors.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Wrap up your tour on Alberta Street. Admire the expressive Art Nouveau façades, stone faces, and dramatic ornamentation created by Mikhail Eisenstein before ending your walk in Riga’s most theatrical neighborhood.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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