Explore Riga’s Old Town and learn about its history in a playful way with this self-guided gaming experience.

Do you ever wonder about the secrets kept by historical sights? Discover the most curious ones on this self-guided walk! How? By solving location-based riddles you will unlock directions to interesting spots, like the former site of the world’s highest wooden structure (back in the XVIII century), fortified walls and vibrant markets. Along the (cobbled) way you’ll also learn about crusading knights and… political cats on the rooftops.

This playful walk across Riga sharpens your senses and encourages you to appreciate the most wonderful – and often hidden – details around you. Whether you know the Old Town or just start exploring here, this experience gives you a perspective on discovery that will inspire your curiosity wherever you go next.

Local wonders you’ll discover on this walk include the House of Blackheads, once a guild for unmarried merchants, shipowners, and foreigners; Three Brothers, the oldest complex of dwelling houses in the city; the Dome Square, surrounded by impressive monuments; the Cat House (not what you think!); the beautiful St Peter’s Church. This discovery walk is an educational and fun activity for friends, couples, families with kids, curious locals, visitors, and team building. You can fully enjoy this experience of connecting with the city while staying in your own group.

Explore Riga during this interactive and fun discovery walk
Learn about the history and local stories of the city center in a playful way
Solve location-based riddles to unlock directions to your next stop along the route
See popular sights from a different angle and discover hidden local spots
Discover the city at your own pace

Please note that this is a self-guided city discovery experience, no guide will be waiting for you
This trail is available in English
You can play in a team of 1-5 people sharing the link with the other team members. Only the team captain will enter the answers
Right after booking, you'll receive the play link to the City Trail via email. No app download is needed. You'll play on your browser, so you only need an internet connection and a little data
The link is valid for 90 days, starting on the date you booked the activity. You can pause the game: once started, you have 15 days to finish
It's recommended to play during daylight hours.
The game starts at St John’s Courtyard and ends at Brīvības laukums