Riga, Latvia

Riga

Art Nouveau facades and a huge market in old zeppelin hangars.

  • All year
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

2 days in Riga

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the Old Town, from the House of the Blackheads to St. Peter's Church tower.
  2. AfternoonSee the Art Nouveau facades on Alberta iela, then browse the Central Market in its zeppelin hangars.
  3. EveningHave dinner in the Old Town or the Kalnciema quarter's wooden houses.

Day 2

Take the train to the beaches of Jūrmala, or visit Rundāle Palace.

What to eat

Grey peas with bacon, rye bread and a shot of Riga Black Balsam.

Local tips

Make the most of Riga

Beat the crowds

Riga is calm. The central market is best in the morning.

Best photo spot

The view over the old town from the tower of St. Peter's Church.

Getting there

Buses run from the airport. The old town is walkable.

Don't miss nearby

Jūrmala, a beach town with wooden villas, about 30 minutes by train.

Good to know

The central market in old zeppelin hangars is one of the biggest in Europe.

Secret spots

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Plan your visit

Getting to Riga

Getting there

  • Riga Airport (RIX)9 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountryLatvia

Questions

Riga: good to know

Is Riga worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. Art Nouveau facades and a huge market in old zeppelin hangars.

How many days do you need in Riga?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Riga?

You can visit all year. Riga is calm. The central market is best in the morning.

How do you get to Riga?

The nearest airport is Riga Airport (RIX), about 9 km away. Buses run from the airport. The old town is walkable.

What is there to see near Riga?

Nearby hidden places include Pärnu (161 km), Tartu (223 km) and Kaunas (228 km).

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