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Riga: the essential Old Town and its secrets

created by Zanda & Iveta
Riga City Guides + Avid Travellers

€28,00
per group (1-5 people)
play anytime within the next 3 months

(12 customer reviews)
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 created by Zanda and Iveta, local guides and avid travellers. Unlock directions for 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.

  • 14 riddles.
    2 – 3 hours. 5 km.

    Start at St John’s Courtyard
    End your adventure at Brīvības laukums

    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.

    Play 7 days a week, during daylight hours.

     

    You’ll receive an email with a link to your game. The link to the game is valid up to 3 months after the purchase. By tapping the play button your game magically opens in your phone’s browser. No downloads. Super easy.

    If it rains, take a break and wait for some sunshine, you can continue where you left off, or share the email with your teammates in case you run out of battery.

    We recommend playing in a team of 1-5 people.

    Check our frequently asked questions or read our terms & conditions.

  • Riga: the essential Old Town and its secrets
    “The stories were very insightful, we learnt a lot and we enjoyed the route.”
    July 12, 2024
    Riga: the essential Old Town and its secrets
    “Good is good.”
    June 14, 2024
    Riga: the essential Old Town and its secrets
    “awesome”
    September 21, 2023
    Riga: the essential Old Town and its secrets
    “Great! We really enjoyed it!”
    September 8, 2023
    Riga: the essential Old Town and its secrets
    “Great! Good level of difficulty , fun and interesting historical information . Thankyou!”
    July 28, 2022
    Riga: the essential Old Town and its secrets
    “Fun”
    May 27, 2022
    Riga: the essential Old Town and its secrets
    “Cool”
    October 12, 2021

    • 1. Choose your game

      All our trails are created by locals. Buy the one that intrigues you the most. After the purchase, you’ll receive a link to your game via email.

      2. Ready, set, go!

      Go to the game’s starting location indicated in the email (play anytime up to 3 months from the purchase). Tap the Play button and the game will magically open in your phone’s browser!

      3. Find secrets

      With each riddle solved, new cryptic directions will take you from one hidden gem to the next. You’ll unlock local stories and recommendations on your way too!

      4. Win!

      Play for the fastest time and get listed on our leaderboard. Or, take your time and share your best adventure photo using #secretcitytrails. Both might lead to a free game!

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