Cheap 4-Day Latvia Road Trip from Riga to Valmiera

Your exciting road trip through Latvia starts when you reach the incredible city of Riga, where you'll stay for 2 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 Esplanāde will make your cheap holiday in Latvia truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,902 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!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Latvia, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Riga and end your day in the city of Valmiera, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Riga is the amazing House of the Black Heads. This travel destination is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,985 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Bastejkalna Park. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,868 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Riga is likely to make your vacation in Latvia even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Riga is the outstanding Freedom Monument. This monument has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,807 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Latvia, drop by the popular Memorial to Anna Wöhrmann. This attraction, an amazing park, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,646 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Riga Motor Museum. This museum is a popular attraction rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,703 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Latvia. To have the best affordable travel experience in Latvia, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Latvia unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Latvia.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Valmiera. Valmiera is another cheap travel destination in Latvia where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Latvia can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Valmiera that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Valmiera is Rātes vārti. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 963 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Valmiera, cafe Bastions is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,313 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is New Sun. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Valmiera enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 749 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Valmiera’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Latvia. For example, you can visit Mazais Ansis. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,993 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Brenguļu alus sēta. This popular bar in Valmiera has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 307 bar-goers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Latvia!

Day 3 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 Riga and end your day in the city of Jūrmala.

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 Riga, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Riga National Zoological Garden. The fantastic Riga National Zoological Garden is a popular zoo and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 18,260 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Latvian National Opera House, a well-known opera house in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 6,404 travelers.

The top-rated Riga Central Market is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular market hall and destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from over 45,921 travelers.

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

Make Bronze statue "The Turtle" your first stop. This popular top-tier point of interest among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,684 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Jūrmala is the outstanding Dzintari Forest Park. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,409 visitors, this remarkable park and attraction deserves a spot on your Latvia travel bucket list.

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 Tu Re Kā, one of the best restaurants in Riga. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 645 customers.

LIDO Vērmanītis is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. LIDO Vērmanītis is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,867 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at LIDO Spice, another well-loved restaurant in Riga. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,915 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, LIDO. 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 4.5 out of 5 stars by 22,268 bar goers.

"Folkklubs ALA Pagrabs" (Folk club ALA cellar) 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 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,152 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Skyline bar, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,017 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 4 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 Alus 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 3,951 customers.

LIDO Ķirsons māja is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,923 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Open-Air Leisure Park EGLE. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,106 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Latvia and your fun memories in Riga.

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!