Cheap 5-Day Latvia Road Trip from Riga to Kuldīga and surrounding area

Your exciting road trip through Latvia starts when you reach the incredible city of Riga, where you'll stay for 3 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Riga and begin your adventure in Latvia.

Riga is a popular cheap holiday destination in Latvia with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Riga and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Latvian National Opera House will make your cheap holiday in Latvia truly special. This attraction is a fascinating opera house that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,404 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Riga. An excellent example is the popular Portofino. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 780 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Latvia is Riviera. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 737 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Da Roberta. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 695 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Labietis is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 2,293 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Riga we recommend is Pētergailis, restorāns, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,430 customers.

Alus Muiža is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 591 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Latvia!

Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Riga, proving that cheap holidays in Latvia can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Memorial to Anna Wöhrmann. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,646 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Esplanāde. This popular place of interest is a stunning park that boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,902 visitors.

To make your trip to Riga more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Freedom Monument. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 9,807 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Freedom Monument is often mentioned in Latvia road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Bastejkalna Park is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This park and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 7,868 reviews.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing Riga National Zoological Garden. More than 18,260 visitors have rated this zoo and tourist destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Riga does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Riga on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Latvia.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Latvia, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Tu Re Kā, one of the best restaurants in Riga. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 645 reviews.

You can also check out LIDO Vērmanītis. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,867 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is LIDO Spice. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,915 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Riga.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Riga for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at LIDO and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 22,268 customers.

"Folkklubs ALA Pagrabs" (Folk club ALA cellar) is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,152 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Skyline bar. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,017 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Riga.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Riga!

Day 3 of your road trip across Latvia offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Riga and the enchanting Jūrmala, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Riga and end the day in Jūrmala, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 3 of your affordable vacation in Latvia will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Riga is the magnificent House of the Black Heads. Around 8,985 visitors have rated this excellent museum and travel destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing St. Peter's Church on this leg of your self-drive tour in Latvia. This attraction is a well-known church building that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 6,348 travelers.

The remarkable Riga Central Market is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in Latvia. This attraction, an amazing market hall, is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 45,921 travelers.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Riga, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Jūrmala.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Dzintari Forest Park. This popular site is a valued park in Jūrmala and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,409 visitors.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Latvia. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Latvia. Make your cheap holiday experience in Latvia more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Kuldīga offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Latvia. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Kuldīga offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Latvia.

Goldingen Room is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,385 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Kuldīga is Kursas Zeme, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 661 customers.

Skrunda Manor offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Kuldīga. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 524 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Kuldīga’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Pagrabiņš is an excellent example of a great bar in Kuldīga offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,479 customers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Latvia with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Latvia!

Day 4 of your self-drive vacation in Latvia gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Tērvete and end your day in the city of Pilsrundāle.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Riga for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Latvia.

While you’re in Tērvete, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Rundāle Palace. The fantastic Rundāle Palace is a popular castle and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,399 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Tērvete, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Pilsrundāle.

Make Rīgas Motormuzeja Bauskas filiāle your first stop. This popular museum among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 692 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Latvia. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Latvia and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Riga. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Riga, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

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

LIDO Ķirsons māja is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. LIDO Ķirsons māja is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,923 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Open-Air Leisure Park EGLE, another well-loved restaurant in Riga. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,106 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Latvia.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Riga, The Armoury Bar. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,428 bar goers.

Avotu Ezītis miglā is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Riga, with its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,421 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Gastro Pub Duvel's, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,242 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Latvia. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Latvia!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Latvia as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 5 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Riga.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Latvia.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Riga is the remarkable Dome Square. This square and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,473 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Riga, consider a top-rated restaurant like LIDO Krievu sēta. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,060 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Riga and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Latvia!