App

Customer support

Find bookings

1 / 7

TAC You To TravelTaiwan, China

Influencer

Travel Guru

Latvia 🇱🇻 Attractions-Livu Square

Latvia 🇱🇻 Attractions - Livu Square There are several special buildings in this square They are the Big and Little Guilt House, and the Cat House They have some interesting stories According to legend, the Great Guild Chamber of Commerce was founded by wealthy German businessmen at that time The owner of the Cat House refused to join the club Therefore, two cats were installed on the roof to face the chamber of commerce as a vent It went to court But in the end there was a settlement that shifted the position of the cat #New Year's Good Place

View original text

󰴉In your selected region or language, selecting this Trip Moment's hashtags won't redirect you to the hashtag page

*This content is provided by our partner and translated by AI

Posted: Jan 27, 2023

8 people found this moment helpful

Submit

Mentioned in this post

Attraction

Cat House

4/525 reviews

Riga

Details

Show more

Related Trip Moments

House of the Black Heads

Explore Riga - Latvia Riga, Latvia’s capital, has a way of blending charm, history, and a little bit of whimsy all in one walkable city. The journey through the Old Town begins with the House of the Blackheads, a striking building with a façade that almost feels too ornate to be real. Once the headquarters of merchants, it now stands as one of Riga’s most photographed treasures. Just a short stroll away are the Three Brothers, a row of houses that showcase different periods of Riga’s architectural evolution. Each one has its own personality, almost like three siblings with different tastes who still manage to live side by side. The famous Cat House adds a playful note to the city’s atmosphere. With its mischievous-looking black cats perched on the turrets, the building has a backstory rooted in defiance and humor, which makes it even more memorable. It’s one of those places that brings a smile, reminding visitors that Riga’s history isn’t only about battles and trade, but also about quirky stories. Nearby, the Swiss Gate provides a glimpse into the city’s defensive past. As one of the few remaining parts of the old fortifications, it feels like a portal between centuries, linking modern Riga with the days when walls and gates protected its people. To top off the experience, there’s the cherry liquor, a local specialty with a sweet yet strong flavor. Sipped slowly, it captures the warmth and character of Riga itself—rich, welcoming, and a little surprising. Riga leaves behind a mix of admiration and delight, with every corner offering a story worth remembering. #latvia #riga #travel #exploring #baltictrip #summer #cathouse

Nishani Amarasinghe

House of the Black Heads

Winter in Riga: Cozy Charm, Quiet Streets & Baltic Elegance

PassportVibes

Town Musicians of Bremen

Do you know Latvia?

Dacchi

Cat House

The second stop of the three small countries of the Pineapple Sea - Latvia🇱🇻

勝.

Old City Riga (Vecriga)

Riga | Discover the Treasure of the Baltic Sea

Mia Taylor~10

Cat House

Discover the Cat House in Riga, a landmark steeped in the legend of the black cat.

CHARLIE SHAW

Cat House

A castle in Riga with a magical world

Isabella~Foster72

Old City Riga (Vecriga)

🇵🇱🇱🇹🇱🇻🇪🇪Travelogue of the Baltic States and Poland VOL.2

makaji

Riga Cathedral

Latvia🇱🇻Attractions-Riga Cathedral (Dome Cathedral)

TAC You To Travel

Old City Riga (Vecriga)

Latvia 🇱🇻 Attractions-Riga Old City Wall & Old Camp

TAC You To Travel

House of the Black Heads

Latvia🇱🇻Attractions-Riga Blackhead Palace

TAC You To Travel

Riga Radio and TV Tower

Latvia🇱🇻Attractions-Riga TV Tower

TAC You To Travel

Popular Trip Moments

Recommended Attractions at Popular Destinations

Popular Ranked Lists

Contact us

About

Other services

Payment methods

Our partners