Guidebook for Rīga
Sightseeing
Riga was founded in 1201 and has kept the feeling of a medieval city in its oldest part called Vecriga (Old Riga) with unique buildings and places of interest. Just stroll down the streets to experience the culture and Latvian love for food!
158 locals recommend
Vecrīga
Riga was founded in 1201 and has kept the feeling of a medieval city in its oldest part called Vecriga (Old Riga) with unique buildings and places of interest. Just stroll down the streets to experience the culture and Latvian love for food!
Parks & Nature
Enjoy the forest near the lake Kisezers at your own pace! Biggest summer choir and dance festivals take place, as well as the Riga Zoo is located there if you travel with kids.
105 locals recommend
Mežaparks
Enjoy the forest near the lake Kisezers at your own pace! Biggest summer choir and dance festivals take place, as well as the Riga Zoo is located there if you travel with kids.
Nice walk or rest near the city channel near the Monument to Freedom, Old Riga and City Centre. Flowerbeds, waterfalls and sculptures will catch your eye for pleasant moments. A small hill wil take you above this area to experience the green city.
51 locals recommend
Bastejkalna Park
Nice walk or rest near the city channel near the Monument to Freedom, Old Riga and City Centre. Flowerbeds, waterfalls and sculptures will catch your eye for pleasant moments. A small hill wil take you above this area to experience the green city.
Arts & Culture
If you want to experience the Latvian culture and traditions, enjoy this museum located just in the outskirts of Riga. You will be able to learn about the ancient Latvian culture, visit various traditional wooden buildings and actual traditions from entire Latvia.
57 locals recommend
The Ethnographic Open-Air Museum of Latvia
21 Brīvdabas ielaIf you want to experience the Latvian culture and traditions, enjoy this museum located just in the outskirts of Riga. You will be able to learn about the ancient Latvian culture, visit various traditional wooden buildings and actual traditions from entire Latvia.
Shopping
Galerija Centrs
16 Audēju ielaLots of shops and dining places in the heart of Old Riga.
Lots of shops, movie theatres, bowling and many dining spots for a rainy day. Great place for kids as well!
36 locals recommend
Riga Plaza
71 Mūkusalas ielaLots of shops, movie theatres, bowling and many dining spots for a rainy day. Great place for kids as well!