4-Day Latvia Road Trip from Riga to Kuldīga 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 2 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 4-day vacation in Latvia!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Latvia, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Riga. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Kuldīga. You’ll stay in Kuldīga for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Riga’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Riga, start your day with a visit to the amazing Bastejkalna Park. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,868 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Freedom Monument. This monument and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,807 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Memorial to Anna Wöhrmann to make the most of your road trip across Latvia. The spectacular Memorial to Anna Wöhrmann is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,646 visitors.

The lovely Esplanāde is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 8,902 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Riga National Zoological Garden. This attraction is a zoo rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 18,260 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Riga has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Kuldīga. Kuldīga 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 Goldingen Room. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,385 reviews.

The remarkable Kursas Zeme is another top restaurant in Kuldīga we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 661 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Skrunda Manor is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 524 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Kuldīga, the fantastic Pagrabiņš. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,479 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Latvia!

Rise and shine on day 3 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 Jūrmala 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 Jurmala Beach. This attraction is a natural feature that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,779 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Bronze statue "The Turtle". This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,684 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Kuldīga is the stunning Globe. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,999 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated park in Kuldīga. The popular Dzintari Forest Park is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,409 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

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 region of Jūrmala 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 Jurmala Beach. This natural feature and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,779 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Bronze statue "The Turtle". This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,684 visitors.

The lovely Globe is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,999 visitors have left this must-see tourist destination an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Lastly, if you still got energy, the wonderful Dzintari Forest Park is also a worthwhile attraction you can visit in Jūrmala. This point of interest is a park rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 10,409 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Jūrmala, 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 Tu Re Kā. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 645 customers.

Locals also recommend LIDO Vērmanītis, another of the best restaurants in Riga. LIDO Vērmanītis is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,867 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at LIDO Spice. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,915 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit LIDO 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 22,268 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like "Folkklubs ALA Pagrabs" (Folk club ALA cellar). This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. "Folkklubs ALA Pagrabs" (Folk club ALA cellar) has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,152 customers.

Skyline bar is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,017 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 4 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 could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Riga at LIDO Alus sēta before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,951 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend LIDO Ķirsons māja for your last chance at a meal in the city of Riga. The LIDO Ķirsons māja restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,923 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Open-Air Leisure Park EGLE. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,106 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Riga. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Latvia!