Cheap 6-Day Latvia Road Trip from Riga traveling west to Liepaja

Your exciting road trip through Latvia starts when you reach the incredible city of Riga, where you'll stay for 4 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 Dome Square will make your cheap holiday in Latvia truly special. This attraction is a fascinating square that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,473 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!

Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Riga, proving that cheap holidays in Latvia can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Riga Motor Museum. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 9,703 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Latvian National Opera House. This popular place of interest is a stunning opera house that boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,404 visitors.

To make your trip to Riga more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Bastejkalna Park. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 7,868 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Bastejkalna Park is often mentioned in Latvia road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Freedom Monument is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This monument and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 9,807 reviews.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing House of the Black Heads. More than 8,985 visitors have rated this museum and tourist destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Riga does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Riga on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Latvia.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Latvia, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Tu Re Kā, one of the best restaurants in Riga. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 645 reviews.

You can also check out LIDO Vērmanītis. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,867 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is LIDO Spice. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,915 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Riga.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Riga for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at LIDO and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 22,268 customers.

"Folkklubs ALA Pagrabs" (Folk club ALA cellar) is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,152 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Skyline bar. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,017 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Riga.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Riga!

Day 3 means another chance to make the best memories in this cheap holiday destination in Latvia, Riga. So buckle up and prepare to be blown away by the city of Riga!

One of the best destinations you can travel to today is the stunning Riga National Zoological Garden. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in over 18,260 reviews, it’s clear that this remarkable zoo is truly worth a spot in your road trip plans.

You can also spend some time at the spectacular Esplanāde. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,902 travelers.

Another place you’ll also want to make time for today is the incredible Memorial to Anna Wöhrmann. This popular park in Riga has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,646 travelers.

You also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Riga Central Market. This market hall and travel hotspot is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 45,921 visitors.

Excited to see another tourist destination in Riga? Then make your way to the outstanding best-rated sightseeing destination, Lucavsala recreational park. This local attraction enjoys an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,910 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned locations, today is the perfect opportunity to join a popular activity in Riga. Plenty of budget-friendly tours in Riga offer enriching experiences that will make your cheap holiday in Latvia worth remembering for a lifetime.

When it’s time to eat, treat yourself to a lovely meal without paying more than necessary. Riga has restaurants and bars for all budgets, perfect for cheap holiday goers!

One of the best restaurants worth visiting in Riga is LIDO Alus sēta. This restaurant offers good food at reasonable prices and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,951 customers.

LIDO Ķirsons māja is an excellent alternative with an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 2,923 reviews. LIDO Ķirsons māja is known for its delicious meals that will surely satisfy your hunger.

Another of the best places to eat in Riga is Open-Air Leisure Park EGLE. This restaurant has an impressive average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,106 customers because of their good food, service, and ambiance.

It’s natural to feel curious about what happens around Riga as the night unfolds. To see what the nightlife looks like in Riga, consider an after-dinner drink at one of the best bars in the area.

We recommend you visit The Armoury Bar, an excellent place to enjoy a couple of drinks. This bar is one of locals’ favorite hangout spots and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,428 customers.

Avotu Ezītis miglā serves various snacks and drinks at affordable prices, making it another great bar option for budget travelers in Riga. Customers have rated Avotu Ezītis miglā an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,421 reviews.

You could also relax and have drinks at Gastro Pub Duvel's. This bar is popular in Riga for its great selection of drinks and unique atmosphere. Proof of this claim is clear in its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,242 bar goers.

A road trip vacation in Riga can’t get any better than this! Toast to another amazing day in this cheap holiday destination in Latvia!

Day 4 of your road trip across Latvia offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Pilsrundāle and the enchanting Bauska, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Pilsrundāle and end the day in Bauska, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 4 of your affordable vacation in Latvia will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Pilsrundāle is the magnificent Rundāle Palace. Around 11,399 visitors have rated this excellent castle and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Pilsrundāle, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Bauska.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Bauska Castle Museum. This popular site is a valued museum in Bauska and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,392 visitors.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Latvia. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Latvia. Make your cheap holiday experience in Latvia more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Liepaja offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Latvia. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Liepaja offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Latvia.

Hot Potato is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,960 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Liepaja is Promenade Hotel, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,151 customers.

Restaurant Olive offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Liepaja. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,325 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Liepaja’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Miezis & Kompānija is an excellent example of a great bar in Liepaja offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 433 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Hotel Kolumbs, another of locals’ go-to bars in Liepaja. Hotel Kolumbs is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 753 customers having rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Rotaļas un ballītes LEJKANNA is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Liepaja. This bar has an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars from more than 347 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Latvia with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Latvia!

Day 5 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 Liepaja 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 Liepaja, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Liepaja seaside park. The fantastic Liepaja seaside park is a popular must-see tourist destination and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,986 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Rose Square, a well-known park in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.6 out of a 5 star-rating from 3,523 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Liepaja, 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 best-rated sightseeing destination 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 LIDO Krievu sēta, one of the best restaurants in Riga. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,060 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Riga, Andalūzijas Suns. 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 1,353 bar goers.

B Bārs Restorāns 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 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,320 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Lokāls Veldze, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,192 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 6 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 Kronvalda Park. This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,126 visitors.

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!