One-Week Latvia Road Trip from Riga to Kolka, Sigulda, and Valmiera and surrounding area

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 8-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 Esplanāde. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,902 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Freedom Monument. This monument has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,807 visitors.

Bastejkalna Park is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This park is a popular destination among visitors in Riga. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,868 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Riga National Zoological Garden. Riga National Zoological Garden is a zoo and popular attraction in Riga. More than 18,260 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.5 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!

On day 3 of your road trip across Latvia, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Kandava. You’ll stay in Kandava 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 Riga Islande Hotel, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Kandava. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,323 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Kandava is the 5-star Grand Poet Hotel By Semarah. The hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,872 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Kandava is the 3-star Hanza. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 7,571 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 in the town of Kandava, like the outstanding Abava nature. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,019 visitors.

Come to Kandava 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 Kandava.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like LIDO Alus sēta, after your day of exploring the city of Kandava. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,951 customers.

LIDO Ķirsons māja is another of the best restaurants in the city of Kandava. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,923 customers.

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

Locals recommend The Armoury Bar, one of the best bars in the city of Kandava, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,428 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Kandava, Avotu Ezītis miglā. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,421 customers.

Gastro Pub Duvel's is also one of the best bars in the city of Kandava. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,242 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in Latvia, you'll awaken to the bustling region of Tukums. 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 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Tukums’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Tukums, start your day with a visit to the amazing Start of the Kemeri Bog walk. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.9 out of 5 stars by 831 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Kemeri Bog Board Walk Tower. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 1,077 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Durbe Manor house to make the most of your road trip across Latvia. The spectacular Durbe Manor house is a manor house that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 977 visitors.

The lovely Salmu muzejs, darbnīca "Salmu lietas" is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 291 visitors have left this museum average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Tukums 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 Plostkrogs, SIA. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 606 reviews.

The remarkable RestoTerase Sabilē is another top restaurant in Kolka we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 704 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Divjūriņas is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 578 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Latvia!

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Latvia. Today, you'll wake up in Kolka and embark on a scenic drive to Sigulda, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Kolka and Ragaciems 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 Kolka. When you’re eager to explore the region and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Nature park "Lake Engure". This attraction is a zoo that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 825 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Zušuciema parks. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 144 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Kolka is the stunning Viktor Tsoi Memorial Site. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 799 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated top-tier point of interest in Kolka. The popular Ragaciema sedums is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 452 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the region.

Wave goodbye to Tukums 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 Ragaciems has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Ragaciema sedums. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 452 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Ragaciems, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Sigulda. When you arrive in Sigulda 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 Kungu rija, restorāns. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,408 customers.

Locals also recommend Viesnīca un restorāns Aparjods, another of the best restaurants in Sigulda. Viesnīca un restorāns Aparjods is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 666 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Rāmkalni Atpūtas parka BISTRO. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,296 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

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 6 of your road trip will take you to the city of Sigulda and the region of Cēsis. You’ll stay in Valmiera for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Sigulda today is Sigulda Castle. This excellent attraction is a manor house that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,362 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Turaida Castle, an outstanding castle, in the town of Sigulda. Around 6,734 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 town, 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 Gauja National Park for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the region of Cēsis. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,936 visitors.

This outstanding castle ruin has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 5,517 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Cēsis Castle. This attraction, a stunning castle ruin, has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 5,498 visitors.

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

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

Locals recommend cafe Bastions as one of the best restaurants in the city of Valmiera. Cafe Bastions is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,313 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Valmiera is New Sun. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 749 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Valmiera, Mazais Ansis. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,993 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Brenguļu alus sēta. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 307 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in Latvia. Today, you'll wake up in Valmiera 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 Valmiera and Ogre 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 Valmiera. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Sergei Eisenstein Communications Center. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 327 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Ķeipene 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 Ogre has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Piemineklis "Baltā Cielava". This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 300 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Ogre, 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 8 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.

Riga Central Market is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Riga. This market hall and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 45,921 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!