12-Day Latvia Road Trip from Riga traveling north to Kolka, Valmiera, and Sigulda

Your road trip adventure in Latvia begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Riga. You’ll stay in Riga for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Riga has many popular destinations you can explore.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Riga, Labietis. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,293 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Riga is Pētergailis, restorāns. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,430 customers.

Locals recommend Portofino as one of the best restaurants in the city of Riga. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 780 customers.

Riga also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Riga is Black Magic. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 999 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 12-day vacation in Latvia!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Riga has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Riga by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Riga. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations like the extraordinary Freedom Monument. This attraction is a monument and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,437 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Riga is the spectacular Memorial to Anna Wöhrmann. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,477 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Latvian National Opera House. This opera house has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,930 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Riga.

Your discovery of Riga does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Riga on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Latvia, be sure to eat at Riviera, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Riga. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Riga is the popular Da Roberta. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 695 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Alus Muiža is one of the best bars in the city of Riga for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Riga!

You still have 2 nights left in Riga.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Abava nature. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,005 visitors.

Ķemeri National Park is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,892 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Kemeri Swamps. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 811 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Start of the Kemeri Bog walk. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 802 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Kemeri Bog Board Walk Tower. This top-tier point of interest is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 1,048 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Latvia to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Riga.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Riga, like LIDO Vērmanītis. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,867 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Riga, "Folkklubs ALA Pagrabs" (Folk club ALA cellar). This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,152 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Skyline bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,017 customers.

Open-Air Leisure Park EGLE is another of the best bars in the city of Riga. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,106 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Latvia!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Kolka. You’ll stay in Kolka for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Jūrmala’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Jūrmala, start your day with a visit to the amazing Globe. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,943 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Dzintari Forest Park. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 10,314 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Bronze statue "The Turtle" to make the most of your road trip across Latvia. The spectacular Bronze statue "The Turtle" is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,516 visitors.

The lovely Jurmala Beach is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,750 visitors have left this natural feature average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Ķemeri National Park. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 7,892 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Jūrmala has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Kolka. Kolka offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Divjūriņas. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 578 reviews.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Latvia!

On day 5 of your road trip across Latvia, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Kolka. You’ll stay in Kolka for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

This apartment has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2 guests.

The guesthouse is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 51 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations like the outstanding Udrkalns observatory tower. This attraction has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 274 visitors.

Liepniekvalka cave - Peldanga labirynth is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 299 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Dundaga Castle. This castle is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,343 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible the Slītere lighthouse. Around 622 visitors have given this best-rated sightseeing destination an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Slītere National Park. Slītere National Park is a popular park, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,539 travelers.

Come to Kolka prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Kolka.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Kolka.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Latvia.

Day 6 of your road trip through Latvia gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Kolka and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Valmiera. You will stay in Valmiera for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Kolka is the amazing Cape Kolka. This attraction is a cape that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,168 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Roja Marine Fisheries Museum. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 267 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Kolka is the outstanding Kaltene Hills. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 307 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Kolka by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Latvia. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Valmiera, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Rātes vārti, one of the best restaurants in the city of Valmiera. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 963 customers.

Locals also recommend Mazais Ansis as one of the best restaurants in the city of Valmiera. Mazais Ansis is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,993 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Valmiera is cafe Bastions. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,313 customers.

After dinner, visit Alus bārs, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Valmiera. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 524 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Latvia!

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Valmiera, where you'll stay for 1 night more.

One of the best travel destinations is Cēsis Castle. This amazing attraction is a castle ruin and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 5,422 visitors.

You can also make your new day in Latvia more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Latvia’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Valmiera.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like New Sun. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 749 customers.

Vīnkalni Pils māja is one of the top restaurants in the city of Valmiera. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 371 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Valmiera is Alus bārs. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 524 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Valmiera, Ahh-meat. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 317 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Valmiera, we recommend the cocktails at Brenguļu alus sēta. This bar has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 307 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Valmiera!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Sigulda. You’ll stay in Sigulda for 3 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Cēsis’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Cēsis, start your day with a visit to the amazing Baltā kāpa. This much-appreciated dune and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,959 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Piejūras dabas parks. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,132 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular National Botanic Garden of Latvia to make the most of your road trip across Latvia. The spectacular National Botanic Garden of Latvia is a botanical garden that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,678 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Cēsis has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Sigulda. Sigulda offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Viesnīca un restorāns Aparjods. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 666 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Sigulda, the fantastic Complex Cathouse (Kaķu Māja). This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,128 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Ltd. "Bucefāls". This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,222 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Latvia!

On day 9 of your road trip across Latvia, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Sigulda. You’ll stay in Sigulda for 2 nights, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Spa Hotel Ezeri, one of the best 3-star hotels in the city of Sigulda. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 665 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations like the outstanding Gauja National Park. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,911 visitors.

Sigulda Castle is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a manor house and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,229 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Gutman's Cave. This top-tier point of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 4,305 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Turaida Castle. Around 6,564 visitors have given this castle an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Come to Sigulda prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Sigulda.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Sigulda.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like La Pizza Veloce, after your day of exploring the city of Sigulda. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 538 customers.

Siguldas Kebabs is another of the best restaurants in the city of Sigulda. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,385 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Latvia.

You still have 1 night left in Sigulda.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Spakovska park. This incredible attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 972 visitors.

Lielvārde Castle is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 793 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Latvia to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Sigulda.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Latvia!

Day 11 of your road trip through Latvia gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Riga for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Bauska is the amazing Mežotne Palace. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,095 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Bauska Castle Museum. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,179 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bauska is the outstanding Mežotne hillfort. This popular hillfort and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 307 visitors.

The spectacular Rundāle Palace is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating castle and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,222 visitors.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Latvia. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Riga, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try LIDO Alus sēta, one of the best restaurants in the city of Riga. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,951 customers.

Locals also recommend Open-Air Leisure Park EGLE as one of the best restaurants in the city of Riga. Open-Air Leisure Park EGLE is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,106 customers.

After dinner, visit Avotu Ezītis miglā, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Riga. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,421 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Gastro Pub Duvel's. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,242 customers.

Alternatively, Andalūzijas Suns is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Riga. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,353 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Latvia!

Day 12 of your road trip in Latvia is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Riga before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Bastejkalna Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Riga. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,762 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Riga and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Latvia.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Riga at Avotu Ezītis miglā before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,421 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Gastro Pub Duvel's for your last chance at a meal in the city of Riga. The Gastro Pub Duvel's restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,242 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Riga. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Latvia!