Gothic Spires to Guilds Riga Old Town Self Guided Walk with App

4.8 (5 reviews) 2–3 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

In the 16th century, the people of Riga put a statue of the Virgin Mary on trial for witchcraft! That’s just one of the stories waiting for you in this UNESCO-listed Old Town.

Walk past 800 years of history across 17+ stops, from the House of the Blackheads to the Swedish Gate with a forbidden love story. Hear about the Tsar who rushed to fight a cathedral fire, the giant who carried a divine child across the river, and the merchant who put cats on his roof to insult his rivals.

This self-guided audio tour is the perfect orientation for those who are first time visitors to Riga.. This isn’t a list of landmarks. It’s the story of how a small Baltic capital survived invasions, occupations, and centuries of chaos – and came out swinging.

Available in 9 languages with offline access – start anytime, pause to enter a site, and go at your own pace. Over 20,000 customers have used our audio tours and a full refund guarantee means you can book with confidence.

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At a glance

Duration: 2–3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: German, Russian, Portuguese, English, Italian, Polish, French, Dutch, Spanish
Operated by: Tourific

Ages: Adults (10–65 years)

What is included

Included

Included: 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
Included: Audio and written guide included
Included: Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
Included: Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
Included: 1-year access on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
Included: Check or search your inbox for an email from “Tourific” with tour access instructions.

Not included

Not included: Any physical devices or headphones
Not included: Human tour guide at location
Not included: Transport

Itinerary

House Of The Black Heads

Passing by

Start at the old town square and hear about a secret brotherhood, a legendary wine cellar, and a building rebuilt brick by brick.
Stop 2

10 min

Pass by three of the oldest medieval buildings in the city. Three medieval houses, three centuries, and one clever trick to dodge taxes through tiny windows.
Riga

20 min

Stand where Riga placed its first-ever Christmas tree – and meet the medieval knight who’s been guarding the city’s freedom for centuries.
Freedom Monument

5 min

pass by the freedom momument and understand its significance
Cat House

Passing by

Hear the quirky story behind the two black cats which made this Art Nouveau building famous
Baltic Way Footprint Monument

5 min

Discover subtle sidewalk marker honoring the 600-km human chain that united the Baltic nations in their peaceful fight for independence.
Lielais Kristaps - Big Christopher

5 min

Hear the legend of the wooden statue of Riga’s legendary giant
St. Peter's Church

Passing by

Hear the tale of seven roosters, three fires, and a Tsar who personally fought the flames. The spire has a story for every century.
Black Magic Bar

Passing by

The birthplace of Riga Black Balsam – the mysterious herbal potion
Riga Cathedral

Passing by

Home to one of the world’s largest organs and the spot where a holy statue was put on trial
Freedom Monument

5 min

Three stars, one dream: look at the monument that became a flashpoint for protest under Soviet rule and a symbol of independence today.
Nativity of Christ Cathedral

Passing by

View the golden domes and hear a story of faith that outlasted an empire

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

This is a self-guided audio tour on the "Tourific self-guided tours" app. To activate the tour, check your email for instructions from Tourific or your booking platform sent right after booking. Can’t find it? Search for “Tourific” in your email inbox and spam folder. OR contact us via support.

End point

The tour ends at the Riga Nativity of Christ Orthodox Cathedral

Using your ticket

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

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The total tour duration includes the time spent at the stop and time required to walk through all the stops.