House of the Blackheads
Monument · Riga

House of the Blackheads

Photo: Diliff · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

The House of the Blackheads was the meeting place of a merchants' brotherhood from the 1300s until the 1930s. The original structure was destroyed in 1941 and fully reconstructed in the 1990s. Look for the detailed facade carvings and the restored main hall with its period furnishings.

On day 3 of Helsinki, Tallinn and Riga in 3 Days

Good to know

Tickets
Admission fees vary by exhibition; check the official site for current prices.
Time needed
30 to 60 minutes
Best time
May to September for regular opening hours and events
Getting there
In Riga Old Town at Town Hall Square, reached by tram or on foot from the city center

Itineraries with House of the Blackheads

Day 3 of Helsinki, Tallinn and Riga in 3 Days

Riga

How House of the Blackheads fits into a day.
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  2. 11:00Riga CathedralRiga
  3. 12:30Three BrothersRiga
  4. 14:30Riga Central MarketRiga
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House of the Blackheads questions

Is the House of the Blackheads open every day?

Hours change with the season and events. Confirm current times on the official website before visiting.

Can you go inside the House of the Blackheads?

Yes. The building functions as a museum and venue with public access to the main rooms and exhibitions.

Is the House of the Blackheads the original building?

No. The structure was destroyed during World War II and rebuilt from 1995 to 1999 using historical records.

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