
Riga and Latvia · Living in Riga
Living in Riga
Moving to Riga for a semester or longer is easier than most people expect. The city is compact, affordable and well connected, with a dozen universities and a large international student community.
These guides cover the practical side of living here: the universities, student life, where to stay, the cost of living, getting around, moving and registering, and the neighbourhoods where you might end up.
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Where to stay in Riga: hotels, apartments and rooms
Hotels, apartments and rooms for every budget
28 Aug 2026
Living in Riga
The best districts in Riga
Where to live, district by district
15 Aug 2026
Living in Riga
Getting to and around Riga: the airport, transport and tickets
Trams, buses, the airport and on foot
13 Aug 2026
Living in Riga
Cost of living in Riga: a student budget guide
Rent, groceries and a monthly budget
11 Aug 2026
Living in Riga
Moving to Riga as a student
Registration, banking and settling in
8 Aug 2026
Living in Riga
Studying in Riga: the guide for exchange and Erasmus students
Semesters, student life and the setup
6 Aug 2026
Living in Riga
Universities in Riga: a guide for international students
LU, RSU, RTU, Turība and more
4 Aug 2026
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Student accommodation
Looking for a student accommodation in Riga?
Furnished rooms in our central residences, all bills included, rented by the semester.
Short-term · summer
Short-term accommodation during summer in central Riga
In summer our central apartments open for short stays, from a few nights to a few weeks.