Is Riga Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Riga

Riga is generally pretty safe. Just keep an eye on your surroundings and use the same common sense you would in any other city. It's safe to walk outside at midnight as well. Personally, I haven’t had any bad experiences here. You might come across some drunk people, but just avoid them.

It's a clean and safe city. While on my city break I didn't feel worried at all. People were friendly and polite. Public transport was sometimes crowded—as expected—but everyone was minding their own business. The city is friendly for tourists with children.

As long as you stay away from drunk or homeless people, avoid contact with them or give short answers and go away fast, you are okay. Also, I'd suggest not accepting party invitations late in the evening/night around the city center, you might get scammed.

In general, safe - latvians are, overal, peaceful, quiet, and respectful. More care is needed in dark hours, but the city centre/old town will still be fine :) if you're staying in the outer parts of riga, safer to take a taxi at night than walk. Daytime is ok anywhere.

Riga is generally peaceful, although some drunk people can be scary, they usually stick to themselves. As is typical everywhere, you might get catcalled, but I haven't heard of physical altercations happening in the area.

Solo travel

While in Riga I stayed in the Blue Bird Hostel in the old city. The city felt pretty safe to walk around, although I didn't stay out very late. I really recommend the Art Nouveau neighborhood. I'm not aware of any museums since I had no time to visit one but simply walking around is very pleasant