Parking in Latvia — Zones, Apps, Prices & Rules
Parking in Riga can be a challenge if you don't know the system. Parking zones, various apps, changing rules, and hefty fines. This guide covers everything you need to know about parking in Riga, Jurmala, and elsewhere in Latvia in 2026.
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1. 🗺️ Parking zones in Riga
Paid parking in Riga is divided into zones. Each zone differs in price, maximum parking time, and operating hours. You can view the zone map in the Mobilly app or on the Riga City Council website.
Red Zone (Zone A)
€3–5/hOld Town, City Center (November 11 Embankment, Brīvības Street, Elizabetes Street). The highest rates — mainly business and tourist center.
Yellow Zone (Zone B)
€2–3/hNear-center neighborhoods — Grīziņkalns, western Āgenskalns, Central Market area. Popular with office workers.
Green Zone (Zone C)
€1–2/hExtended center — parts of Purvciems, Torņakalns, eastern Āgenskalns. The cheapest option near center.
Blue Zone (Resident zone)
€0–30/moCenter residents can get a resident parking permit for €30/month. With permit — unlimited parking in your zone.
2. 📱 Parking apps
Latvia has several parking apps. Each covers specific cities and locations. Mobile payment is more convenient and often cheaper than parking meters.
Mobilly
⭐ RecommendedLatvia's most popular parking app. Works across Latvia — street parking, multi-story garages, also public transport and bike parking.
EasyPark
International parking app, popular in Scandinavia and Europe. Convenient for tourists already using it in other countries.
Parking meter
The classic way — metal boxes at parking spots. Accept coins and some contactless cards. Ticket must be placed under windshield.
📲 How to start using Mobilly
- 1. Download Mobilly from App Store or Google Play
- 2. Register with your phone number (you'll receive an SMS code)
- 3. Add your car registration number
- 4. Add payment method — bank card or phone bill
- 5. Find zone automatically (GPS) or enter zone number manually
- 6. Press "Start" and go — parking ends automatically when you press "Stop"
3. 💰 Prices and tariffs
Parking prices vary depending on location, zone, and parking type. Here's an overview of typical rates in 2026.
| Location / type | Hourly rate | Daily rate | Monthly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riga — Red Zone | €3–5 | €20–30 | €150–250 |
| Riga — Yellow Zone | €2–3 | €15–20 | €100–150 |
| Riga — Green Zone | €1–2 | €8–15 | €60–100 |
| Riga — Multi-story garage | €2–4 | €10–18 | €80–150 |
| Jurmala (summer) | €1.50–3 | €8–15 | — |
| Liepāja / Ventspils | €0.50–1.50 | €3–8 | €30–50 |
| Shopping centers | Free* | €5–10 | — |
4. 📋 Rules and regulations
Latvian traffic regulations govern car parking. Here are the most important things to know.
✅ Allowed
- ✅ Parking in marked parking spots (sign + zone)
- ✅ Parking on the street side in the direction of travel (if not prohibited)
- ✅ Parking in multi-story garages
- ✅ Parking in courtyards (if not prohibited by housing cooperative)
- ✅ Parking in disabled spots with valid disability card
🚫 Prohibited
- 🚫 Parking on sidewalks (without special sign)
- 🚫 Parking in yellow line zones
- 🚫 Double parking (blocking other cars)
- 🚫 Closer than 5m from intersections or pedestrian crossings
- 🚫 Closer than 15m from public transport stops
- 🚫 On railroad crossings and bridge edges
- 🚫 Closer than 5m from waste containers
- 🚫 On the opposite side of the street against traffic flow
♿ Disabled parking
People with disabilities are entitled to park in disabled spots with a CSDD-issued disability card. The card must be visible under the windshield. Parking in disabled spots without a card is a serious violation — fine €50–150. Disabled spots are marked with blue signs and wheelchair symbol.
5. ⚠️ Fines for violations
Fines for parking violations in Riga and Latvia are substantial and can add up quickly. Enforcement is done by Riga Municipal Police and "Rīgas satiksme" LLC.
Unpaid parking
Parking in a paid zone without payment. Fine appears on windshield or is sent by mail.
Parking in prohibited area
"No stopping/parking" sign, yellow line, intersection, pedestrian crossing.
Disabled spot without card
Parking in disabled spot without valid disability card.
Parking on sidewalk
Car parked on sidewalk, obstructing pedestrian movement.
Overtime parking
Parking longer than the allowed time in zone (e.g., 2h in Red Zone).
Blocking (double row)
Car parked in double row or blocking another car's exit. May be towed.
Towing
Car towed to impound lot. Additional storage fee €10–20/day.
6. 🆓 Free parking
You don't always have to pay! Here are ways to park in Riga for free or at minimal cost.
Weekends and holidays
Green Zone — free on weekends and holidays. Red and Yellow zones — free on Sundays. Public holidays (Midsummer, Christmas, etc.) — all zones free.
Nighttime (after 20:00)
Street parking after 20:00 is free until 8:00 (except some garages). Multi-story garages may charge 24/7.
Shopping centers
Akropole, Alfa, Domina, Spice — free first 2–3h (with ticket from checkout). Rimi/Maxima stores — usually no time limit.
Park & Ride
Free parking at city outskirts with public transport connections. Jugla, Ziepniekkalns, Mežciems.
Residential areas
Outside center (Purvciems, Pļavnieki, Imanta, Kengarags etc.) — street parking is free unless otherwise indicated.
Office buildings
Some office centers offer free visitor parking during business hours. Check in advance.
7. 🚉 Park & Ride — park and take transit
Park & Ride is the ideal solution if you want to avoid center parking fees and traffic jams. Leave your car outside the center and continue by public transport.
Jugla (Brīvības gatve)
🚌 Bus to center (15–20 min)
Ziepniekkalns
🚃 Tram to center (20 min)
Mežciems
🚌 Bus / trolleybus (25 min)
Dreiliņi (P&R)
🚌 Bus 15/15A (20 min)
Riga Passenger Terminal
🚶 10 min walk to center
8. 🏖️ Parking in Jurmala
Jurmala is a special case — in summer there's an entry fee for cars, and parking is very limited. Here's what you need to know.
🚗 Jurmala entry fee
🚂 Take the train
Train Riga–Jurmala (Majori) runs every 30 min, ticket €1.40. No entry fee or parking needed. Best option in summer.
🅿️ Park & Ride at Lielupe / Priedaine
Park at Lielupe or Priedaine station (free) and continue by train to Jurmala. Saves the entry fee and parking search.
⏰ Arrive early
If driving — arrive before 10:00. After that, finding parking in Majori and Dzintari is nearly impossible.
📱 Pay with Mobilly
The entry fee can be paid with Mobilly (zone "Jūrmala iebraukšana"). Faster than stopping at the parking meter.
9. 💡 Tips and tricks
1. 📱 Always use Mobilly
With Mobilly you only pay for actual time — if you leave after 47 minutes, you don't pay for a full hour. Parking meters charge full hours.
2. 🗺️ Check the zone before parking
Zones can change on the same street. Check the road sign (zone color + number) or Mobilly map. Wrong zone = wrong payment = fine.
3. 📸 Photo your ticket/screen
If you paid for parking but the inspector can't verify — a photo is proof. Save Mobilly receipts.
4. ⏰ Set a reminder
Red Zone max is 2–3h — set a phone reminder. Leave before time runs out, or extend through Mobilly.
5. 🅿️ Multi-story garages in center
Riga center has several multi-story garages: Galerija Rīga, Rīga Plaza, Barona Centrs. Fixed hourly price, no zone border worries.
6. 🚗 Courtyard parking
Many apartment buildings in center offer courtyard parking for €50–100/month. Search on ss.lv or Facebook groups.
7. ❄️ In winter — clear the snow
If your car is parked on the street in winter and not moved for 48h+ — it may be towed during snow clearing. Follow street clearing announcements.