7-Day Latvia Road Trip from Riga traveling south to Daugavpils and Zemgale

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 Bastejkalna Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,762 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 Memorial to Anna Wöhrmann. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,646 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Riga is the spectacular Latvian National Opera House. This attraction is an opera house and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,404 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing House of the Black Heads. This museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,985 visitors.

Riga Central Market is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This market hall is a popular destination among visitors in Riga. Rated at an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 45,921 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Riga Motor Museum. Riga Motor Museum is a museum and popular attraction in Riga. More than 9,703 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.8 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 Freedom Monument. This has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,807 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 Lucavsala recreational park. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,910 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 is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Ogre and the city of Lielvārde. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the town of Ogre is the amazing Spakovska park. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 991 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Ogre is another excellent way to spend your new day in Latvia. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Latvia’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Latvia’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Latvia’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Lielvārde Castle in the city of Lielvārde for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a castle and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 811 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Daugavpils.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Gubernators, one of the best restaurants in the city of Daugavpils. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,286 customers.

Locals also recommend Hesburger as one of the best restaurants in the city of Daugavpils. Hesburger is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,303 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Daugavpils is skovoroTka. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,016 customers.

After dinner, visit Ezītis Miglā, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Daugavpils. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 830 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like ART HUB. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 607 customers.

Alternatively, Park Hotel Latgola, viesnīca is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Daugavpils. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,395 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the city of Daugavpils and the city of Pilsrundāle. You’ll stay in Zemgale for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Daugavpils today is Dubrovin park. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,407 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Latvia, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Latvia. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Rundāle Palace for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Pilsrundāle. This popular attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,399 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Zemgale.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Zemgale, PARKS Grilbārs & restorāns. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,498 customers.

Locals recommend Silva, bistro as one of the best restaurants in the city of Zemgale. Silva, bistro is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,145 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Zemgale is KRO Kebabnīca. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 887 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Zemgale, Melno Cepurīšu Balerija. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,906 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Istaba. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,198 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Latvia with a toast!

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Latvia. Today, you'll wake up in Jelgava 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 Jelgava and Tērvete 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 Jelgava. When you’re eager to explore the region and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Ķemeri National Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,969 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Jūrmala 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 Tērvete has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Ķemeri National Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,969 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Kemeri Bog Board Walk Tower. This must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 1,077 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Tērvete, 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!