Cheap 9-Day Latvia Road Trip from Riga to Ventspils, Liepaja, and Kuldīga

Your exciting road trip through Latvia starts when you reach the incredible city of Riga, where you'll stay for 5 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 House of the Black Heads. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,985 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular St. Peter's Church. This popular place of interest is a stunning church building that boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,348 visitors.

To make your trip to Riga more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Latvian National Opera House. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 6,404 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Latvian National Opera House is often mentioned in Latvia road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Riga Central Market is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This market hall and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 45,921 reviews.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing Latvian Academy of Sciences Observation deck. More than 2,988 visitors have rated this general contractor and tourist destination an average of 4.5 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 Kronvalda Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,126 travelers.

Another place you’ll also want to make time for today is the incredible Esplanāde. This popular park in Riga has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,902 travelers.

You also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Memorial to Anna Wöhrmann. This park and travel hotspot is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,646 visitors.

Excited to see another tourist destination in Riga? Then make your way to the outstanding must-see tourist 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 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 Kalnciema quarter. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in over 3,840 reviews, it’s clear that this remarkable quarter is truly worth a spot in your road trip plans.

You can also spend some time at the spectacular Bastejkalna Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,868 travelers.

Another place you’ll also want to make time for today is the incredible Freedom Monument. This popular monument in Riga has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,807 travelers.

You also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Riga Motor Museum. This museum and travel hotspot is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 9,703 visitors.

Excited to see another tourist destination in Riga? Then make your way to the outstanding museum, The Ethnographic Open-Air Museum of Latvia. This local attraction enjoys an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,019 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 Krievu sēta. This restaurant offers good food at reasonable prices and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,060 customers.

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 Andalūzijas Suns, an excellent place to enjoy a couple of drinks. This bar is one of locals’ favorite hangout spots and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,353 customers.

B Bārs Restorāns serves various snacks and drinks at affordable prices, making it another great bar option for budget travelers in Riga. Customers have rated B Bārs Restorāns an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,320 reviews.

You could also relax and have drinks at Lokāls Veldze. 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 1,192 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!

On day 5 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 Jūrmala and end your day in the city of Ventspils, 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 Jūrmala is the amazing Dzintari Forest Park. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,409 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Globe. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,999 travelers, a visit to this well-known best-rated sightseeing destination and sightseeing spot in Jūrmala is likely to make your vacation in Latvia even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Jūrmala is the outstanding Bronze statue "The Turtle". This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,684 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Latvia, drop by the popular Jurmala Beach. This attraction, an amazing natural feature, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,779 travelers.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Ventspils. Ventspils 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 Ventspils that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Ventspils is Skroderkrogs. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,055 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Ventspils, Tex-Mex is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,373 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Jūras brīze. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Ventspils enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,953 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Ventspils’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Latvia. For example, you can visit Olympic Casino & OlyBet Sports Bar 00-24. Rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 317 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Olympic Casino & OlyBet Sports Bar 00-24. This popular bar in Ventspils has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 138 bar-goers.

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

On day 6 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 Ventspils and end your day in the city of Liepaja, 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 Ventspils is the amazing Fregate whale fountain. This travel destination is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,460 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Ski hill "Lemberg's Trilby". Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,282 travelers, a visit to this well-known must-see tourist destination and sightseeing spot in Ventspils is likely to make your vacation in Latvia even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Ventspils is the outstanding Ventspils Piedzīvojumu parks. This amusement park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,618 visitors.

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 Liepaja. Liepaja 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 Liepaja that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Liepaja is Hot Potato. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,960 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Liepaja, Promenade Hotel is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,151 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Restaurant Olive. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Liepaja enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,325 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Liepaja’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Latvia. For example, you can visit Miezis & Kompānija. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 433 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Hotel Kolumbs. This popular bar in Liepaja has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 753 bar-goers.

You can also go to Rotaļas un ballītes LEJKANNA as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Rotaļas un ballītes LEJKANNA is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 347 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

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

On day 7 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 Liepaja and end your day in the city of Kuldīga, 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 Liepaja is the amazing Rose Square. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,523 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Liepaja seaside park. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,986 travelers, a visit to this well-known must-see tourist destination and sightseeing spot in Liepaja is likely to make your vacation in Latvia even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Liepaja is the outstanding Liepāja Northern Breakwater. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,400 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Latvia, drop by the popular The Naval Cathedral Church of Saint Nicholas. This attraction, an amazing church, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,608 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Karosta prison. This museum is a popular attraction rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,293 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 Kuldīga. Kuldīga 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 Kuldīga that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Kuldīga is Goldingen Room. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,385 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Kuldīga, Kursas Zeme 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 661 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Skrunda Manor. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Kuldīga enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 524 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Kuldīga’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Latvia. For example, you can visit Pagrabiņš. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,479 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

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

Day 8 of your road trip across Latvia offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Tērvete and the enchanting Pilsrundāle, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Tērvete and end the day in Pilsrundāle, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 8 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 Tērvete 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 Tērvete, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Pilsrundāle.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Rīgas Motormuzeja Bauskas filiāle. This popular site is a valued museum in Pilsrundāle and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 692 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.

Riga 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 Riga offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Latvia.

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 Riga’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Kafejnīca, bārs Ezītis miglā is an excellent example of a great bar in Riga offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,198 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Šašliki, Grilbārs, another of locals’ go-to bars in Riga. Šašliki, Grilbārs is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,191 customers having rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Aussie Backpackers Pub is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Riga. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 1,142 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!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Latvia as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 9 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 Riga Castle. This castle and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,819 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!