based on 33 experiences from female travelers
wilda
Sweden
The locals was lovely! And was very open hearted and was very polite and friendly. They often give compliments and want to show us around. The food was very good, lovely! And the night life was funny, and it was a lot of France people there for studies.
Posted: January 14, 2025I felt very safe, the people were warm and helpful. They speak English well and most also speak Russian. No one bothered me, I wasn't worried about being robbed (like in Brussels or Barcelona). I recommend it.
Posted: November 12, 2024Well, I solo traveled to Riga, Latvia in July 2023. As a solo woman traveller, I can say that I had a safe travel experience during my trip. I liked the atmosphere, food, tourist sightseeings, history, and culture very much. I definitely recommend you visiting Riga!
Posted: August 24, 2024Experienced: June, 2023Eilidh
United Kingdom
I felt extremely safe in Riga city centre, in summer especially. It is a quiet city with wide open streets. So much culture and beautiful architecture. The old town is where most tourists go clubbing, and there are some drunk men who may bother you, but they are generally tourists.
Posted: August 10, 2024Latvia (Riga) was a perfect destination for me and my friend for 3 nights. Just from the start we felt perfectly safe and enjoyed the city’s atmosphere. It is not crowded with turists and you can breathe the history in the air. We even felt very safe going clubbing.
Posted: July 23, 2024Nanci
United Kingdom
Solo traveler, I have felt always safe during this trip. I stood at hostels and they were ok too. Early wake ups and late ins, due to the brightness outside! I would go back for sure as it is beautiful and cheap.
Posted: June 2, 2024I am an exchange student in Latvia so. I had enough time to explore Riga first of all I always felt safe even at nights. Even though as a student my budget was limited I was still afford my needs so Latvia is very economical when compared to other europen countries when it comes ot attractions they have great cathedral church parks (black head aspecially) but what I love most about Latvia is their nature if u like green Latvia is for you.
Posted: May 10, 2024I went solo to Riga I was so pleasantly surprised by everything there. Felt very safe, the architecture was absolutely gorgeous, and the locals were so helpful with everything I needed.
Posted: April 7, 2024I felt safe, although I have to say that the streets at night were a bit empty, also on the weekend. I really, really recommend taking the free walking tours: especially the one that shows alternative spots. The guide was a young student, and he was brilliant and passionate. Riga is super cool and cheap, I really suggest giving it a try, especially if the flight is not expensive!
Posted: March 12, 2024Experienced: February, 2023I went to Riga to learn more about the Baltic and also because i like exploring different places. The old city center is beautiful and i felt very safe. It is relatively small so you can explore it in a day or two max (i stayed 5 days that was too long i felt). I stayed at a hostel which was also very safe and comfortable.
Posted: February 21, 2024Based on 24 local experiences
Based on 24 local experiences
I would say that Riga overall is safe. Of course, I would be more careful during late night hours as I at least get a bit panicked when walking alone in the dark, especially friday night when people are out drinking. I’d say that it also depends on where you live. For example, I feel most safe in centre of Riga and in my district - Mežaparks. But there are some districts that I would not recommend staying at because they may be a bit sketchy (at least in my opinion).
Posted: January 18, 2025Laura
I would say that Latvia is a pretty safe country, you just have to check the places you may want to go to first so you don’t get lost, in our country the night life is safe as well, I just don’t recommend going alone, bring someone with you.
Posted: January 17, 2025Betül
Hi! I’m Betül, these days I am a volunteer in Latvia.When i have time, I am trying to visit new places with my backpack. She (my backpack) is my bestie 💪🏻
Klara
Hi I’m Klara, 30yo i work in education administration. I love to travel, learn about different cultures and languages. I’ve been in Riga for almost two years now (and love it), was in Berlin before that, Marseille, went a couple of month to Miami and a bit on Stockholm as well :) I have traveled to more places but these were I’ve stayed for a bit 😊 Happy to read about you and meet sins of you
Klara
Riga
3 days
Hi I’m Klara, 30yo i work in education administration. I love to travel, learn about different cultures and languages. I’ve been in Riga for almost two years now (and love it), was in Berlin before that, Marseille, went a couple of month to Miami and a bit on Stockholm as well :) I have traveled to more places but these were I’ve stayed for a bit 😊 Happy to read about you and meet sins of you
Laura
Riga
3 days
Hey! I am from Riga,Latvia, Europe. I am architect, creative and friendly person who enjoys adventures. I like to travel and meet new people. As well as dance and walk a lot. I have traveled a lot around Europe, but now it is time to explore further..🤠 I like different activities from hiking, swimming, sunbathing to noisy nightlife. As well as just to grab some drink and talk.😊
Monika
Monika, 25 yo, corporate rat & video editing in free time. Living in Warsaw (able to host), also with possibility to offer place in Lesser Poland Area.