7-Day Latvia road trip Starting from Riga to Kuldīga

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. You could visit attractions like the incredible Latvian National Opera House. This attraction is an opera house and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,404 visitors.

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, Portofino. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 780 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Riga is Riviera. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

Locals recommend Da Roberta 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 695 customers.

Riga also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Riga is Labietis. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,293 customers.

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

Locals also enjoy Alus Muiža. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-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 in the city of Riga, like the extraordinary Riga Central Market. This attraction is a market hall and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 45,921 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Riga is the spectacular House of the Black Heads. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,985 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing St. Peter's Church. This church building has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,348 visitors.

Freedom Monument is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This monument is a popular destination among visitors in Riga. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,807 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Bastejkalna Park. Bastejkalna Park is a park and popular attraction in Riga. More than 7,868 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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 Tu Re Kā, 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 645 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Riga is the popular LIDO Vērmanītis. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,867 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Riga is LIDO Spice. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,915 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, LIDO is one of the best bars in the city of Riga for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 22,268 customers.

"Folkklubs ALA Pagrabs" (Folk club ALA cellar) is another of the most popular bars in the city of Riga. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,152 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Riga is Skyline bar. Skyline bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,017 customers.

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

Day 3 of your road trip across Latvia is another day in the magnificent Riga. You now have 2 nights left in Riga. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Riga offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the city of Riga is the stunning Riga Motor Museum. This has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,703 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Riga National Zoological Garden in the city of Riga. This attraction is a zoo and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,260 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit in the city of Riga is the incredible Esplanāde. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,902 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Memorial to Anna Wöhrmann. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,646 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Riga you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Riga has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Riga, LIDO Alus sēta. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,951 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Riga that locals enjoy, eat at LIDO Ķirsons māja. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,923 customers.

Another of the best restaurant options in the city of Riga is Open-Air Leisure Park EGLE. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,106 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Riga, The Armoury Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,428 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Riga, we recommend the cocktails at Avotu Ezītis miglā. This bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,421 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Riga is Gastro Pub Duvel's. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,242 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Riga!

Day 4 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 Jūrmala and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Kuldīga. You will stay in Kuldīga for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Jūrmala is the amazing Dzintari Forest Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,409 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible best-rated sightseeing destination, Globe. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,999 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Jūrmala is the outstanding Bronze statue "The Turtle". This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,684 visitors.

The spectacular Jurmala Beach is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating natural feature and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,779 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Jūrmala 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 Kuldīga, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Goldingen Room, one of the best restaurants in the city of Kuldīga. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,385 customers.

Locals also recommend Kursas Zeme as one of the best restaurants in the city of Kuldīga. Kursas Zeme is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 661 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Kuldīga is Skrunda Manor. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 524 customers.

After dinner, visit Pagrabiņš, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Kuldīga. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,479 customers.

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

On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Kuldīga, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Kuldīga.

Today you'll explore the city of Liepaja. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Artillery battery No.1 (Northern Fort). This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,270 visitors.

Liepāja Northern Breakwater is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Liepaja. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,400 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Liepaja is Karosta prison. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,293 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Rose Square. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,523 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Liepaja seaside park. This best-rated sightseeing destination is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,986 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 Kuldīga.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Kuldīga, like Bangert's Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 503 customers.

Jēkaba sēta Viesnīca Hotel is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Kuldīga. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 661 customers.

Locals enjoy Stender's, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Kuldīga. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 718 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Latvia. Today, you'll wake up in Kuldīga and embark on a scenic drive to Riga, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Kuldīga and Pilsrundāle before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Kuldīga. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Rundāle Palace. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,399 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Tērvete and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Pilsrundāle has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Rīgas Motormuzeja Bauskas filiāle. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 692 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Pilsrundāle, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Riga. When you arrive in Riga you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like LIDO Krievu sēta. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,060 customers.

After dinner, visit Andalūzijas Suns to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Riga, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,353 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like B Bārs Restorāns. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. B Bārs Restorāns has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,320 customers.

Lokāls Veldze is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,192 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Latvia, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 7 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.

Dome Square is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Riga. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,473 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’ll then say farewell to Riga. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Latvia!