6-Day Latvia Road Trip from Riga to Sigulda 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 Dome Square. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,473 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 6-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 Riga Motor Museum. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,703 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Riga is the spectacular Bastejkalna Park. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,868 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.

Latvian National Opera House is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This opera house is a popular destination among visitors in Riga. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,404 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider House of the Black Heads. House of the Black Heads is a museum and popular attraction in Riga. More than 8,985 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.6 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 Riga National Zoological Garden. This has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,260 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Esplanāde in the city of Riga. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,902 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit in the city of Riga is the incredible 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.

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!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in Latvia, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Ogre. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Sigulda. You’ll stay in Sigulda for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Ogre’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Ogre, start your day with a visit to the amazing Spakovska park. This much-appreciated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 991 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Ogre has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Sigulda. Sigulda 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 Kungu rija, restorāns. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,408 reviews.

The remarkable Viesnīca un restorāns Aparjods is another top restaurant in Sigulda we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 666 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Rāmkalni Atpūtas parka BISTRO is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,296 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 Sigulda 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 Sigulda and Bauska 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 Sigulda. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Rundāle Palace. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,399 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Pilsrundāle 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 Bauska has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Bauska Castle Museum. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,392 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Bauska, 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 6 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!