The old town of Riga is not very big, but full of beautiful homes and churches in Hanseatic style. It is full of nice restaurants and cafes, where you can spend the time just admiring the architecture. Most of the old buildings are very well preserved and the whole area is safe and clean. The thing that I liked the best in the old town is the St. Jacob's Church and the surrounding quiet lanes. Especially in winter an ideal place for walking.