9-Day Latvia Road Trip from Riga traveling south to Daugavpils

Your road trip adventure in Latvia begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Riga. You’ll stay in Riga for 7 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.

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.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in Latvia!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Riga has to offer. Cherish the 6 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 House of the Black Heads. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,985 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Latvian National Opera House. This opera house has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,404 visitors.

Riga Central Market is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This market hall is a popular destination among visitors in Riga. Rated at an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 45,921 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Lucavsala recreational park. Lucavsala recreational park is a best-rated sightseeing destination and popular attraction in Riga. More than 5,910 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 Da Roberta, 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 695 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Riga is the popular Tu Re Kā. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 645 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Alus Muiža is one of the best bars in the city of Riga for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.

LIDO is another of the most popular bars in the city of Riga. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 22,268 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 5 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 Memorial to Anna Wöhrmann. This has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,646 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 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 Bastejkalna Park. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,868 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the outstanding Riga National Zoological Garden. This zoo is a much-appreciated attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 18,260 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 Vērmanītis. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,867 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Riga that locals enjoy, eat at LIDO Spice. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,915 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Riga, "Folkklubs ALA Pagrabs" (Folk club ALA cellar). This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,152 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Riga, we recommend the cocktails at Skyline bar. This bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,017 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Riga!

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Jūrmala has to offer. Cherish the 4 nights you have left in Jūrmala 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 Jūrmala. 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 Jūrmala, like the extraordinary Bronze statue "The Turtle". This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,684 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Jūrmala is the spectacular Dzintari Forest Park. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,409 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Jūrmala.

Your discovery of Jūrmala does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Jūrmala 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 LIDO Alus sēta, 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 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,951 customers.

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

When you’ve finished your meal, The Armoury Bar is one of the best bars in the city of Riga for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,428 customers.

Avotu Ezītis miglā is another of the most popular bars in the city of Riga. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,421 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Riga!

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Tukums has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Tukums by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the region.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the region of Tukums. 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 like the extraordinary Start of the Kemeri Bog walk. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 831 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Tukums is the spectacular Kemeri Bog Board Walk Tower. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 1,077 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Durbe Manor house. This manor house has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 977 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Tukums.

Your discovery of Tukums does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Tukums 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 Open-Air Leisure Park EGLE, 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 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,106 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Riga is the popular LIDO Krievu sēta. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,060 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Gastro Pub Duvel's is one of the best bars in the city of Riga for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,242 customers.

Andalūzijas Suns is another of the most popular bars in the city of Riga. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,353 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Riga!

Day 6 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Pilsrundāle has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Pilsrundāle 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 Pilsrundāle. 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 village of Pilsrundāle, like the extraordinary Rundāle Palace. This attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,399 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Pilsrundāle.

Your discovery of Pilsrundāle does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Pilsrundāle on this day of your trip.

When you’ve finished your meal, B Bārs Restorāns 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 1,320 customers.

Lokāls Veldze 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 1,192 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Riga!

Day 7 of your road trip will take you to the city of Ogre and the city of Lielvārde. You’ll stay in Daugavpils for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Ogre today is Spakovska park. This excellent attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 991 visitors.

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 Lielvārde Castle for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Lielvārde. This popular attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 811 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Daugavpils, Gubernators. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,286 customers.

Locals recommend Hesburger as one of the best restaurants in the city of Daugavpils. Hesburger is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,303 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Daugavpils is skovoroTka. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,016 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Daugavpils, Ezītis Miglā. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 830 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like ART HUB. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 607 customers.

Park Hotel Latgola, viesnīca is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Daugavpils. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,395 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in Latvia. Today, you'll wake up in Daugavpils 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 Daugavpils 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 Daugavpils. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Dubrovin park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,407 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Latgale Zoo. This attraction, a beloved zoo, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,105 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Daugavpils is the stunning Daugavpils fortress. This fortress and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,822 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Krustpils Castle. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 919 visitors.

After dinner, visit Kafejnīca, bārs Ezītis miglā 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 1,198 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Šašliki, Grilbārs. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Šašliki, Grilbārs has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,191 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 9 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.

Kronvalda Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Riga. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,126 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!