Most ships dock at the Riga Passenger Terminal, a short walk from the Old Town, so it is a walking port. If your ship uses the KS cargo terminal, you need a shuttle or taxi (30-40 minutes). Taxis must be booked ahead. Don't miss the Art Nouveau streets just outside the center.
Where Riga lies
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Most ships moor at the Riga Passenger Port (Riga Passenger Terminal, Eksporta iela 3A) in the city center, berths up to 300 m (MK-3, MK-4). Riga also lists JPS-1/2 (280 m) and RoPax berths EO-6/7/8 (240 m). Very large ships may use the KS Terminal, a cargo terminal about a 30-40 minute drive from the center.
Shuttle. None mentioned by the port for the Passenger Terminal. If docked at the KS Terminal, check your planner. Taxis must be booked in advance.
Getting to the sights
| The way | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Walk to Old Town | A few minutes' walk (Freeport of Riga); exact time not confirmed | Free |
| Walk or taxi to Art Nouveau district (Alberta iela) | not confirmed | Free walking |
Walk to Old Town
- Walk south along the river into the Old Town.
From the KS Terminal, use the ship shuttle or a pre-booked taxi (30-40 minutes).
Walk or taxi to Art Nouveau district (Alberta iela)
- Walk northeast through the parks.
What to see
House of the Blackheads and Town Hall Square
Ornate rebuilt guild house.
- How
- Walk.
- Time
- 30 minutes
- Tickets
- Unverified
St. Peter's Church tower
Elevator to a city view.
- How
- Walk.
- Time
- 45 minutes
- Tickets
- Unverified
Art Nouveau district
Some of Europe's best Art Nouveau buildings.
- How
- Walk/taxi.
- Time
- 1 hour
- Tickets
- Free
Central Market
Huge market in old Zeppelin hangars.
- How
- Walk.
- Time
- 45 minutes
- Tickets
- Free
Your day, hour by hour
Planned for a typical call. Check your ship's all-aboard time and be back an hour early. The ship will not wait.
- Walk to Old Town.
- Squares, St. Peter's tower.
- Art Nouveau district.
- Central Market lunch.
- Back 30-45 minutes early.
What goes wrong, and how to avoid it
Beware
- Cobblestones.
Fees, money and access
Accessibility
Old Town is flat but cobbled.
Money
Euro (EUR). Cards are widely accepted. Carry a little cash for small cafes, toilets, and markets.
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Sources & what we could not confirm · 2 sources · checked 2026-11
- Exact walking times
- Attraction prices
- Which berth each ship uses