Luxury 9-Day Latvia Road Trip from Riga to Ventspils, Liepaja, and Kuldīga

Your luxury holiday in Latvia begins as soon as you reach the city of Riga. There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

The first destination of your luxury vacation in Latvia is Riga - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Riga.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Memorial to Anna Wöhrmann. This park is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Riga, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,646 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Riga. We have picked out three of the most exclusive luxury lodging and hotel options for you to choose from.

Exploring new places can make you hungry. When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend trying one of the finest restaurants in Riga.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Portofino. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 780 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Riga.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Riviera. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 737 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Da Roberta is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Riga, and has an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 695 customers.

As your day in Riga is coming to an end retreat to a bar where you can celebrate the start of your exciting luxury holiday in Latvia.

Make your way to Labietis. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,293 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Pētergailis, restorāns, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars among 1,430 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Alus Muiža. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 9-day luxury vacation in Latvia and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your exciting luxury holiday across Latvia you will continue exploring the city of Riga. You still have 4 nights left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Riga. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Dome Square. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,473 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary House of the Black Heads. This attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,985 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular St. Peter's Church church building, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today.

The outstanding Riga Central Market is another stop you can visit today in Riga. This market hall is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 45,921 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit.

If you want to experience even more of Riga, then consider a visit to the incredible Latvian Academy of Sciences Observation deck. Latvian Academy of Sciences Observation deck is a general contractor and popular attraction most travelers enjoy. More than 2,988 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Riga has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Riga, make sure to check out Tu Re Kā. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 645 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is LIDO Vērmanītis. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,867 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Riga before is LIDO Spice. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,915 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

LIDO is one of the best bars in Riga and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 22,268 customers.

You may also want to check out "Folkklubs ALA Pagrabs" (Folk club ALA cellar). Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. "Folkklubs ALA Pagrabs" (Folk club ALA cellar) is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,152 customers.

Alternatively, head out to Skyline bar. Skyline bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,017 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in Latvia has plenty more in store for you.

Day 3 of your luxury road trip Latvia offers you another day to explore the magnificent city of Riga. Today you will continue your luxury holiday in the best possible way - by discovering the best sights, most exciting activities, and finest restaurants in the city.

One of the best travel destinations you can visit in Riga today is the stunning Latvian National Opera House. This opera house has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 6,404 reviews.

Next up, make your way to the spectacular Bastejkalna Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,868 visitors.

When you’re ready for your next sight of the day, continue to the incredible Freedom Monument. This attraction is a monument and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,807 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Riga Motor Museum. This museum and travel destination is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,703 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the outstanding The Ethnographic Open-Air Museum of Latvia. This museum is a much-appreciated attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,019 visitors.

You will be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for luxury tours and bespoke activities in Riga. Add the best tours to your luxury vacation package before or after booking.

After a long day of discovering the unique quirks of Riga, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely meal. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

According to reviews, LIDO Alus sēta is one of the absolute best places to eat in Riga. At this restaurant, you’ll enjoy a great atmosphere and a fantastic food and drinks menu. LIDO Alus sēta is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,951 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re curious to try a local favorite, check out LIDO Ķirsons māja. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,923 customers and guarantees you a nice dining experience to end your day.

When your taste buds call for something different, you may want to pay Open-Air Leisure Park EGLE a visit instead. This restaurant is a top recommendation often mentioned by both travelers and locals. Open-Air Leisure Park EGLE has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,106 customers.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Riga and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife.

To get a drink at one of the best bars in the city, go to The Armoury Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,428 customers.

If you’d like to continue your evening somewhere else, we recommend heading to Avotu Ezītis miglā. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,421 customers.

A third bar where you could have a great time tonight is Gastro Pub Duvel's. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,242 customers.

Raise a toast to another amazing day of your luxury holiday in Riga, Latvia and seize the opportunity to celebrate.

Day 4 of your luxury road trip Latvia offers you another day to explore the magnificent city of Riga. Today you will continue your luxury holiday in the best possible way - by discovering the best sights, most exciting activities, and finest restaurants in the city.

One of the best travel destinations you can visit in Riga today is the stunning Riga National Zoological Garden. This zoo has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 18,260 reviews.

Next up, make your way to the spectacular Kronvalda Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,126 visitors.

When you’re ready for your next sight of the day, continue to 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 Lucavsala recreational park. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,910 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the outstanding Kalnciema quarter. This quarter is a much-appreciated attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,840 visitors.

You will be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for luxury tours and bespoke activities in Riga. Add the best tours to your luxury vacation package before or after booking.

After a long day of discovering the unique quirks of Riga, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely meal. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

According to reviews, LIDO Krievu sēta is one of the absolute best places to eat in Riga. At this restaurant, you’ll enjoy a great atmosphere and a fantastic food and drinks menu. LIDO Krievu sēta is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,060 customers.

This restaurant is a top recommendation often mentioned by both travelers and locals.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Riga and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife.

To get a drink at one of the best bars in the city, go to Andalūzijas Suns. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,353 customers.

If you’d like to continue your evening somewhere else, we recommend heading to B Bārs Restorāns. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,320 customers.

A third bar where you could have a great time tonight is Lokāls Veldze. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,192 customers.

Raise a toast to another amazing day of your luxury holiday in Riga, Latvia and seize the opportunity to celebrate.

On day 5 of your luxury road trip holiday in Latvia you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Jūrmala and the city of Ventspils. You’ll stay in Ventspils for 1 night.

Your day starts in Jūrmala. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Dzintari Forest Park your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,409 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this park and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Globe. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,999 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this top-tier point of interest and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Bronze statue "The Turtle". This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,684 visitors.

When you’re finished at the natural feature, the perfect next stop is the popular Jurmala Beach. This spectacular natural feature and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,779 reviews.

Make the most of your day in Jūrmala by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Latvia to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Latvia. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Jūrmala today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Ventspils, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Skroderkrogs, one of the best restaurants in Ventspils. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,055 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Tex-Mex as one of their top choices in the city. Tex-Mex is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,373 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Ventspils is Jūras brīze. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,953 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Olympic Casino & OlyBet Sports Bar 00-24 is one of the best bars you can visit in Ventspils tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 317 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Olympic Casino & OlyBet Sports Bar 00-24. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 138 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Latvia! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 6 of your luxury road trip holiday in Latvia you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Ventspils and the city of Liepaja. You’ll stay in Liepaja for 1 night.

Your day starts in Ventspils. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Fregate whale fountain your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,460 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this must-see tourist destination and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Ski hill "Lemberg's Trilby". With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,282 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this top-tier point of interest and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Ventspils Piedzīvojumu parks. This amusement park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,618 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Ventspils by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Latvia to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Latvia. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Ventspils today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Liepaja, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Hot Potato, one of the best restaurants in Liepaja. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,960 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Promenade Hotel as one of their top choices in the city. Promenade Hotel is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,151 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Liepaja is Restaurant Olive. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,325 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Miezis & Kompānija is one of the best bars you can visit in Liepaja tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 433 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Hotel Kolumbs. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 753 customers.

Alternatively, try Rotaļas un ballītes LEJKANNA. Rotaļas un ballītes LEJKANNA is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 5 out of 5 stars by 347 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Latvia! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 7 of your luxury road trip holiday in Latvia you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Liepaja and the city of Kuldīga. You’ll stay in Kuldīga for 1 night.

Your day starts in Liepaja. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Rose Square your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,523 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this park and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Liepaja seaside park. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,986 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this must-see tourist destination and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Liepāja Northern Breakwater. This best-rated sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,400 visitors.

When you’re finished at the church, the perfect next stop is the popular The Naval Cathedral Church of Saint Nicholas. This spectacular church and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,608 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Karosta prison. This museum is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,293 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Liepaja by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Latvia to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Latvia. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Liepaja today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Kuldīga, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

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

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Kursas Zeme as one of their top choices in the city. Kursas Zeme is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 661 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Kuldīga is Skrunda Manor. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 524 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Pagrabiņš is one of the best bars you can visit in Kuldīga tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,479 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Latvia! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 8 of your luxury holiday in Latvia, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Tērvete and the city of Pilsrundāle. You’ll stay in Riga for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding Rundāle Palace. This attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,399 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Tērvete is another excellent way to spend your luxury holiday in Latvia. The best tours in this destination will take you on a discovery of some of Latvia’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

It’s now time to hit the road again and travel to your next destination, the city of Pilsrundāle.

Make your way to the incredible Rīgas Motormuzeja Bauskas filiāle in Pilsrundāle for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 692 visitors.

For the night, you’ll have the choice of the best luxury hotels and places to stay in the city of Riga.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into the top-rated Kafejnīca, bārs Ezītis miglā. This bar is considered one of the best in Riga and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,198 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Šašliki, Grilbārs. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,191 customers.

Alternatively, go to Aussie Backpackers Pub. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars by locals in Riga and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,142 reviews.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. A new adventurous day of your luxury road trip in Latvia awaits!

Today is the last day of your 9-day luxury holiday in Latvia and it’s soon time to start your journey home. This is your chance to get one last glimpse of Riga before saying goodbye.

Catch a later flight to enjoy some extra time for exploring. If you have a late departure, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Make the most of what’s left of your luxury vacation in Latvia by heading out to the stunning Riga Castle. This extraordinary castle and attraction is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 4,819 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Riga.

Don’t end your vacation hungry.

You will then say farewell to Riga and begin your journey home. We wish you safe travels and a warm welcome home, with unforgettable memories and incredible photos from your luxury holiday in Latvia in your luggage!