Top attractions, hidden gems, and free activities. Everything you need for the perfect Riga experience.
UNESCO-listed Old Town with narrow streets, guild houses, church towers and cozy squares. Perfect for wandering, photography and café hopping between remote work sessions.
Reconstructed 14th-century guildhall on Town Hall Square, one of Riga’s most iconic facades. Inside you can explore grand halls and exhibitions on merchant history and the city's past.
Huge market housed in former Zeppelin hangars with fresh produce, smoked fish, pickles, street food and small eateries. Great place to feel local life and stock up on groceries on a budget.
* Estimates based on typical entry fees. Actual prices may vary.
UNESCO-listed Old Town with narrow streets, guild houses, church towers and cozy squares. Perfect for wandering, photography and café hopping between remote work sessions.
Reconstructed 14th-century guildhall on Town Hall Square, one of Riga’s most iconic facades. Inside you can explore grand halls and exhibitions on merchant history and the city's past.
Huge market housed in former Zeppelin hangars with fresh produce, smoked fish, pickles, street food and small eateries. Great place to feel local life and stock up on groceries on a budget.
Gothic church with an observation platform offering one of the best panoramas over Riga's rooftops and the Daugava river. There are also rotating art and history exhibitions inside.
Compact area around Alberta iela and Elizabetes iela showcasing some of Europe’s finest Art Nouveau building facades, designed by Mikhail Eisenstein and other architects.
Green park with canal, bridges and views of the Freedom Monument, a key symbol of Latvian independence. Popular spot for walks, picnics and quick breaks between meetings.
Major art museum housed in a grand historic building, with collections spanning Latvian and Baltic art from the 18th century to contemporary works.
Long sandy Baltic Sea beach town about 30 minutes by train from Riga. Wooden villas, pine forests and beach cafés make it a classic summer escape from the city.
Book popular sites in advance. Major attractions sell out weeks ahead—book online to avoid disappointment.
Go early or late. Major attractions are packed midday. Visit at opening time or after 5pm for smaller crowds.
Look for free entry days. Many museums offer free entry on certain days or evenings.
Get a city pass. If you're visiting multiple attractions, city passes often save money and include transport.
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