Discover the highlights of Riga including the house of the black heads, the castle, city walls, centuries old building and churches on this self-guided walk. You will hear about the legends, the invasions and many events which have shaped this city and quirky stories like that of the executioner who left a rose at a window.
This tour is the perfect orientation for those who are first time visitors and want to view the main attractions in the old town.
Start at the old town square and learn about the famous House of the Black Heads
Pass by three of the oldest medieval buildings in the city which also makes for a great photo stop.
Wander through the medieval old town and discover sights like Riga Cathedral, Castle, city walls and powder tower
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Know before you go : • You will need to download the "Tourific self guided tours" app from the Google play store or App store • Right after booking, you’ll receive an email from Tourific or the tour booking platform with instructions to access the tour. • Having trouble finding the email? Just search for “Tourific” in your inbox or spam folder. • For any issues - contact [email protected] • The tour is valid for 1 year and can be listened to any number of times. So feel free to download tour and experience a few stops before going on the tour. • Fully charge your phone and carry your headphones for the best experience • The tour follows a set route that we recommend that you follow. Once the tour is downloaded, the introduction will guide you to your starting point • Change of plans? Enjoy the tour on a different day or from home