A visit to Riga Castle is planned rather than dropped in on. You apply through a form, every person in your party is registered separately, and the booked slot is personal, so nobody else can use it if you cannot come. Visiting dates are announced ahead of time rather than set as fixed weekly hours, so the date decides the rest of your day and not the other way round. Before entry there is a security and ID check, and children need their own identity document too. Leave large bags, food and pets behind. Inside, an audio guide in several languages, including easy language, and information stands carry the visit, and lifts reach every floor. The trade-off is flexibility: you cannot fit the castle in on a whim.
Family FAQ
How much does Riga Castle cost?
Free for Latvian citizens and international guests.
Do you need to book Riga Castle in advance?
Visits only by prior arrangement via the application form; register each person separately.
Can you bring a stroller to Riga Castle?
Strollers can come in; tell apmekle@president.lv in advance that you are bringing one.
Can you bring your own food to Riga Castle?
Do not bring food; large bags, metal objects and animals are not allowed either.
