House with black cats in Riga: photos, reviews

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The house with black cats in Riga enjoys no less popularity than the Eiffel Tower in Paris. The graceful pair of cats with their tails cocked upwards and their backs arched has become an unofficial symbol of revenge, which, as you remember, is a dish best served cold.

According to legend, a merchant was not accepted into the Trade Guild, so in response, he built a house opposite the building where the society met, and placed two black cats on the roof. Notably, the animal figures were positioned with their tails turned towards the windows of the wealthy merchants. The house with the black cats is located in the Old Town on Livu Street. Today, it houses a casino and several restaurants. The facade of the building is crowned with a sculpture of a soaring eagle, and above the entrance, there are floral "decorations" featuring a charming female head.

4.2

based on 107 reviews

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4.2/5 107 reviews

What is the address of House with black cats?
House with black cats is located at Zirgu iela, 9A, Riga, Latvia.
How to get here by public transport?
The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Tram stop Nacionālais teātris (432 m walk)
- Tram stop Nacionālā opera (367 m walk)
- Bus stop Brīvības bulvāris (365 m walk)
- Bus stop Brīvības piemineklis (400 m walk)
How is House with black cats rated by visitors?
House with black cats has an average rating of 4.2 based on 107 reviews across platforms such as Google.