9-Day Latvia City Break in Riga

Photo of Panorama view from Riga cathedral on old town of Riga, Latvia.
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Duration
9 days & 8 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
8 nights included
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Embark on a memorable 9-day city break in Riga, Latvia!

Experience the ultimate Riga city break with our perfectly planned holiday package. Let us take care of the details so you can fully enjoy all the attractions and activities the city has to offer. Whether you're seeking to discover the rich cultural heritage of Riga or indulge in its delicious culinary scene, our holiday package has got you covered. Join us and discover the enchanting beauty of Riga, Latvia!

The home for your 9-day holiday in Riga will be one of the city's best hotels. You'll choose from a great selection of places to stay, all conveniently located in downtown Riga, close to many of the top attractions and best restaurants in the city. Riga offers excellent hotels for every budget, ensuring travelers a fantastic city break in Latvia. You can rest assured that we will always recommend the best available places to stay in the city.

Throughout your vacation in Riga, you'll get the chance to experience some of the best attractions and activities offered in the city. Riga Motor Museum, Memorial to Anna Wöhrmann park, and Freedom Monument are only a few of the many spectacular attractions and sights you'll find on your carefully planned travel itinerary.

Make the most of your holiday in Riga by adding tours and tickets to each day of your trip. With plenty of exciting tours to choose from, you'll never have a boring moment in Riga. Between attractions and activities, you'll have plenty of time to stroll along the best shopping streets and markets in the city. Here, you can buy unique souvenirs to remind you of your city break in Riga.

As your holiday in Riga comes to an end, you will return home with a newfound appreciation for the vibrant culture, rich history, and exciting atmosphere of this top travel destination in Latvia. Your journey through Riga 's diverse neighborhoods, famous landmarks, and hidden gems will leave you with countless cherished memories and stories to share.

This travel plan is designed to include everything you need to experience the best trip to Riga, Latvia. By booking this vacation package, you can avoid spending hours researching and planning your 9-day city break in Latvia. Let the experts plan it for you so you can focus on enjoying it instead.

For the best holiday to Riga, we offer you the opportunity to customize each day of your city break vacation in Riga before and after booking. Our flexible trip planning means you'll be able to explore Riga the way you want, at your own pace.

Book with us to get access to 24/7 personal travel support throughout your entire journey and a step-by-step guide in our easy-to-use mobile app, which includes all your travel documents for your vacation in Riga. Moreover, rest assured knowing that all taxes are already covered in the price of your travel package.

The best flights, activities, tours, and hotels in Riga fill up quickly, so be sure to book your holiday package in advance. Select a date and start planning your city break in Riga as soon as today!

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Included

Hotel, 8 nights
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Riga - city in LatviaRiga / 8 nights

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Attractions

photo of riga central market, is Europe's largest bazar using old german zeppelin hangars.Riga Central Market
A beautiful view of the Riga Canal in Vermanes Garden, Riga, LatviaMemorial to Anna Wöhrmann
photo of gorgeous view of the statue of liberty milda in Riga during sunset, Latvia.Freedom Monument
Bastejkalna Park, Centrs, Riga, Vidzeme, LatviaBastejkalna Park
House of the Black Heads, Old Riga, Riga, Vidzeme, LatviaHouse of the Black Heads
Esplanāde, Centrs, Riga, Vidzeme, LatviaEsplanāde
photo of national opera house in Riga city - Latvian capital.Latvian National Opera House
photo of saint peter's church in Riga, Latvia. Lutheran church.St Peter's Church
Lucavsala recreational park, Salas, Riga, Vidzeme, LatviaLucavsala recreational park
photo of dome square with cafes and restaurants in the old town center in Riga, Latvia.Dome Square
photo of sep 7, 2014: Kronvalda park in Riga, Latvia. Park is named after the Latvian linguist atis kronvald.Kronvalda Park
photo of Riga, Latvia - may 05, 2021: Blooming cherry sakura in Victory park (Uzvaras parks) with Z tower on background in Riga, Latvia.Uzvaras parks
photo of Riga, Latvia - September, 2017: Latvian national museum of art. View from parc side at night.Latvian National Museum of Art
Riga Castle is a castle on the banks of River Daugava in Riga, the capital of Latvia.Riga Castle
Grīziņkalns
Kalnciema streetKalnciema quarter
photo of powder tower (Pulvertornis) in Riga, Latvia. Since 1940 included to the structure of the latvian war museum.Latvian War Museum
Latvian Academy of Sciences Observation deck, Maskavas forštate, Riga, Vidzeme, LatviaLatvian Academy of Sciences Observation deck
The Corner House, Centrs, Riga, Vidzeme, LatviaThe Corner House
Riga Nativity of Christ Orthodox Cathedral, Centrs, Riga, Vidzeme, LatviaRiga Nativity of Christ Orthodox Cathedral
Latvian Museum of Natural History, Centrs, Riga, Vidzeme, LatviaLatvian Museum of Natural History
Vintage locomotive with steam engineRailway Museum
Town Hall Square and the House of the Blackheads in Riga's historic center.Riga Town Hall Square
Spīķeri, Maskavas forštate, Riga, Vidzeme, LatviaSpīķeri
ViesturdārzsViesturdārzs
The Powder Tower in Riga, LatviaPulvertornis
Art Nouveau architecture on a building facade in Riga, LatviaArt Nouveau building
Riga, Latvia. Pleasure Boat Floating On Daugava River With View Of National Library On Background.Latvijas Nacionālā bibliotēka
Paula Stradiņa medicīnas vēstures muzejsPaula Stradiņa medicīnas vēstures muzejs
Riga Art Nouveau Center, museum, Centrs, Riga, Vidzeme, LatviaRiga Art Nouveau Center, museum
Riga Ghetto and Latvian Holocaust Museum, Maskavas forštate, Riga, Vidzeme, LatviaRiga Ghetto and Latvian Holocaust Museum

Travel details

Travel dates
Jan 1 - Jan 9

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Rooms

1 traveler1 room
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Day 1 – Riga - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Riga - arrival day

  • Riga - Arrival day
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  • Dome Square
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Your exciting city break begins as soon as you arrive in the beautiful city of Riga. You’ll stay in Riga for 8 nights.

You’ll choose between some of the best hotels and places to stay, all conveniently located in downtown Riga. With lots of excellent hotels to choose from, you're sure to have a fantastic experience during your city break.

Riga has plenty of sights, monuments, and places of interest to explore. Luckily, you have plenty of time to do so for the next 9 days. Choose an early flight to get started with your sightseeing in Riga right away.

An attraction we recommend you check out today is Dome Square. This square has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,135 travelers.

When you're ready to head out for dinner, an excellent restaurant you may want to try is Labietis. This restaurant has an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,293 customers and is sure to satisfy your hunger after a long day of exploring.

Another acclaimed restaurant in the city of Riga is Pētergailis, restorāns. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,430 customers, guests often have an outstanding experience at this restaurant.

This is the time to raise a toast for the beginning of your incredible 9-day vacation in Riga!

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Day 2 – Riga

Day 2

Day 2 – Riga

  • Riga
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  • Grīziņkalns
  • The Corner House
  • Memorial to Anna Wöhrmann
  • Latvian Museum of Natural History
  • Latvian National Opera House
  • More

Wake up to day 2 of your exciting city break in Riga. You still have 7 nights left in Riga, and we recommend that you spend this day relaxing, sightseeing, and dining at the most wonderful places the city has to offer. Here's how you can make the most out of today!

One of the top places you can visit in Riga today is the incredible Riga Central Market. This attraction is a market hall and place of interest, rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 43,905 visitors.

Another attraction travelers from all over the world add to their itinerary every year is Riga National Zoological Garden. Riga National Zoological Garden is a popular zoo and travel destination with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 17,961 visitors. Today, you can visit this magnificent zoo in Riga too.

For the full Riga experience, visit the incredible Riga Motor Museum. This one-of-a-kind museum is rated at an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,268 visitors.

After or in between exploring Riga, treat yourself to a delicious meal at a nice restaurant in the city. An excellent option is Portofino, which is a popular restaurant with an exciting menu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 780 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant to consider is Riviera. This restaurant is popular with locals as well as travelers and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

If you feel like having a drink or two after your meal, a popular bar you can go to is Black Magic. This place has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 999 customers.

Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for another wonderful day in Riga to come!

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Day 3 – Riga

Day 3

Day 3 – Riga

  • Riga
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  • House of the Black Heads
  • Riga Town Hall Square
  • St Peter's Church
  • More

On day 3 of your fun city break in Riga, you’ll experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city. You now have 6 nights left in Riga.

Start this beautiful day with a visit to a top-rated market hall in Riga, Riga Central Market. About 43,905 visitors have rated this attraction an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

The popular Riga National Zoological Garden is another top sight in Riga that locals and travelers often enjoy spending time at. This zoo is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 17,961 reviews.

Riga Motor Museum is a highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Riga. This museum has received an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 9,268 visitors.

Exploring Riga's best attractions and hidden gems can make you quickly lose track of time. Make sure to grab something to eat and use this opportunity to learn more about Riga's food culture.

Da Roberta is one of the most popular restaurants in Riga. Most people can find something that fits their taste from Da Roberta’s excellent menu. Approximately 695 customers have rated this popular restaurant an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

If you’re up for getting a drink, consider going to Alus Muiža. Around 591 customers have given this incredible bar an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating another amazing day in Riga, Latvia.

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Day 4 – Riga

Day 4

Day 4 – Riga

  • Riga
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  • Riga Art Nouveau Center, museum
  • Art Nouveau building
  • Paula Stradiņa medicīnas vēstures muzejs
  • Kronvalda Park
  • More

Wake up to day 4 of your exciting city break in Riga. You still have 5 nights left in Riga, and we recommend that you spend this day relaxing, sightseeing, and dining at the most wonderful places the city has to offer. Here's how you can make the most out of today!

One of the top places you can visit in Riga today is the incredible Riga Central Market. This attraction is a market hall and place of interest, rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 43,905 visitors.

Another attraction travelers from all over the world add to their itinerary every year is Riga National Zoological Garden. Riga National Zoological Garden is a popular zoo and travel destination with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 17,961 visitors. Today, you can visit this magnificent zoo in Riga too.

For the full Riga experience, visit the incredible Riga Motor Museum. This one-of-a-kind museum is rated at an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,268 visitors.

After or in between exploring Riga, treat yourself to a delicious meal at a nice restaurant in the city. An excellent option is LIDO Vērmanītis, which is a popular restaurant with an exciting menu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,867 customers.

If you feel like having a drink or two after your meal, a popular bar you can go to is "Folkklubs ALA Pagrabs" (Folk club ALA cellar). This place has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,152 customers.

To enjoy a great atmosphere, continue your evening at Skyline bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,017 customers.

Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for another wonderful day in Riga to come!

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Day 5 – Riga

Day 5

Day 5 – Riga

  • Riga
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  • Lucavsala recreational park
  • Latvian Academy of Sciences Observation deck
  • Riga Ghetto and Latvian Holocaust Museum
  • Spīķeri
  • Riga Central Market
  • More

On day 5 of your fun city break in Riga, you’ll experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city. You now have 4 nights left in Riga.

Start this beautiful day with a visit to a top-rated market hall in Riga, Riga Central Market. About 43,905 visitors have rated this attraction an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

The popular Riga National Zoological Garden is another top sight in Riga that locals and travelers often enjoy spending time at. This zoo is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 17,961 reviews.

Riga Motor Museum is a highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Riga. This museum has received an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 9,268 visitors.

Exploring Riga's best attractions and hidden gems can make you quickly lose track of time. Make sure to grab something to eat and use this opportunity to learn more about Riga's food culture.

LIDO Alus sēta is one of the most popular restaurants in Riga. Most people can find something that fits their taste from LIDO Alus sēta’s excellent menu. Approximately 3,951 customers have rated this popular restaurant an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

If you’re up for getting a drink, consider going to Open-Air Leisure Park EGLE. Around 2,106 customers have given this incredible bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Locals of Riga also enjoy the cocktails at Avotu Ezītis miglā. This place is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,421 customers and is one of the best you can experience in the city.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating another amazing day in Riga, Latvia.

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Day 6 – Riga

Day 6

Day 6 – Riga

  • Riga
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  • Kalnciema quarter
  • Uzvaras parks
  • Railway Museum
  • Latvijas Nacionālā bibliotēka
  • More

Wake up to day 6 of your exciting city break in Riga. You still have 3 nights left in Riga, and we recommend that you spend this day relaxing, sightseeing, and dining at the most wonderful places the city has to offer. Here's how you can make the most out of today!

One of the top places you can visit in Riga today is the incredible Riga Central Market. This attraction is a market hall and place of interest, rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 43,905 visitors.

Another attraction travelers from all over the world add to their itinerary every year is Riga National Zoological Garden. Riga National Zoological Garden is a popular zoo and travel destination with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 17,961 visitors. Today, you can visit this magnificent zoo in Riga too.

For the full Riga experience, visit the incredible Riga Motor Museum. This one-of-a-kind museum is rated at an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,268 visitors.

After or in between exploring Riga, treat yourself to a delicious meal at a nice restaurant in the city. An excellent option is Open-Air Leisure Park EGLE, which is a popular restaurant with an exciting menu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,106 customers.

If you feel like having a drink or two after your meal, a popular bar you can go to is Gastro Pub Duvel's. This place has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,242 customers.

To enjoy a great atmosphere, continue your evening at Andalūzijas Suns. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,353 customers.

Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for another wonderful day in Riga to come!

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Day 7 – Riga

Day 7

Day 7 – Riga

  • Riga
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  • Esplanāde
  • Riga Nativity of Christ Orthodox Cathedral
  • Latvian National Museum of Art
  • Viesturdārzs
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On day 7 of your fun city break in Riga, you’ll experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city. You now have 2 nights left in Riga.

Start this beautiful day with a visit to a top-rated market hall in Riga, Riga Central Market. About 43,905 visitors have rated this attraction an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

The popular Riga National Zoological Garden is another top sight in Riga that locals and travelers often enjoy spending time at. This zoo is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 17,961 reviews.

Riga Motor Museum is a highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Riga. This museum has received an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 9,268 visitors.

Exploring Riga's best attractions and hidden gems can make you quickly lose track of time. Make sure to grab something to eat and use this opportunity to learn more about Riga's food culture.

Avotu Ezītis miglā is one of the most popular restaurants in Riga. Most people can find something that fits their taste from Avotu Ezītis miglā’s excellent menu. Approximately 1,421 customers have rated this popular restaurant an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

If you’re up for getting a drink, consider going to B Bārs Restorāns. Around 1,320 customers have given this incredible bar an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating another amazing day in Riga, Latvia.

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Experiences

Day 8 – Riga

Day 8

Day 8 – Riga

  • Riga
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  • Freedom Monument
  • Bastejkalna Park
  • Pulvertornis
  • Latvian War Museum
  • More

Wake up to day 8 of your exciting city break in Riga. You still have 1 night left in Riga, and we recommend that you spend this day relaxing, sightseeing, and dining at the most wonderful places the city has to offer. Here's how you can make the most out of today!

One of the top places you can visit in Riga today is the incredible Riga Central Market. This attraction is a market hall and place of interest, rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 43,905 visitors.

Another attraction travelers from all over the world add to their itinerary every year is Riga National Zoological Garden. Riga National Zoological Garden is a popular zoo and travel destination with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 17,961 visitors. Today, you can visit this magnificent zoo in Riga too.

For the full Riga experience, visit the incredible Riga Motor Museum. This one-of-a-kind museum is rated at an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,268 visitors.

After or in between exploring Riga, treat yourself to a delicious meal at a nice restaurant in the city. An excellent option is Gastro Pub Duvel's, which is a popular restaurant with an exciting menu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,242 customers.

If you feel like having a drink or two after your meal, a popular bar you can go to is Kafejnīca, bārs Ezītis miglā. This place has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,198 customers.

Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for another wonderful day in Riga to come!

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Day 9 – Riga - departure day

Day 9

Day 9 – Riga - departure day

  • Riga - Departure day
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  • Riga Castle
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Your city break in Riga is coming to an end, and it's soon time to say goodbye to the city.

Depending on how much time you have on your departure day, this is your chance to catch one last glimpse of the beautiful city of Riga. We recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

If you can catch a later flight, we recommend visiting some of the attractions you may not yet have had the time to explore. This extra time will let you dive into more iconic landmarks and uncover hidden gems.

Riga Central Market is a fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Riga. This market hall and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 43,905 visitors.

If you'd rather see something else, Riga National Zoological Garden zoo is a great alternative. According to more than 17,961 reviews, adding up to an average score of 4.5 out of 5 stars, this attraction is a worthwhile visit in the city of Riga.

To soak in the last of Riga, you can also make a visit to Riga Motor Museum museum. This outstanding attraction is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,268 visitors.

You'll then say farewell to Riga and begin your journey home, now filled with unforgettable experiences, memories, and photos from Latvia!

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