Quick take
- Most first trips are walk-first; use transit only when it meaningfully helps.
- Buy what matches your itinerary (not what sounds ‘efficient’).
- Keep one backup option (taxi) for late-night comfort.
The simplest approach
If you’re staying central, you can treat Riga as a walking city. Get a ticket/pass only if you’re doing outer neighborhoods, museums, or day trips where transit saves real time.
Where to stay
A walkable base reduces transit complexity.
Neighborhoods
Pick one outer neighborhood day if you want a ‘local’ feel.
Sources
- Rīgas Satiksme: ticket types ↗
Official ticket information.