3-Day Latvia Weekend Getaway in Riga

Your exciting weekend getaway in Latvia begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Riga, your home for 2 nights. You’ll have your choice of the city's best hotels and other places to stay.

Riga has many incredible destinations you can admire and explore throughout your weekend getaway in Latvia. Make sure you get on the earliest flight to Riga to see as many of these must-visit sites as possible!

Travelers often make time to visit attractions like the remarkable Latvian National Opera House. This attraction is a spectacular opera house with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,404 visitors.

When you’re ready to discover the local food culture in Riga, make your way to one of the best restaurants in the city, Portofino. This lovely restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 780 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant in Riga is Riviera. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 737 customers, this restaurant is truly a must-try.

You can also eat at a place locals enjoy, Da Roberta. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 695 customers.

A weekend getaway in Latvia isn't complete without experiencing the nightlife scene in Riga. Fortunately, the city also has many fantastic bars that cater to all travel budgets. An excellent example is Labietis, which has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,293 customers.

Another of the best bars you should consider going to is Pētergailis, restorāns. This bar offers a selection of great meals and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,430 customers.

Locals also enjoy Alus Muiža, and you might too. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 591 customers, an after-dinner drink at Alus Muiža is the perfect way to end this day.

Enjoy toasting the start of your adventure-filled 3-day weekend getaway in Latvia!

On day 2 of your rejuvenating weekend getaway in Latvia, you’ll see more of the best attractions in Riga. You still have so many incredible experiences to take in during your remaining 1 night in Riga!

One of today’s main highlights is the unforgettable Memorial to Anna Wöhrmann. This outstanding park and travel destination inspires so many travelers each year. Garnering an average rating of 4.6 stars out of 5 from 10,646 travelers, a visit to the remarkable Memorial to Anna Wöhrmann is worth pages in your travel diary.

Another of the best attractions that will stir your curiosity is the fascinating Esplanāde. Approximately 8,902 visitors rated this popular sightseeing spot an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Today, you also have the chance to see the amazing monument, Freedom Monument. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,807 visitors.

The top-rated Bastejkalna Park, an outstanding park, is one place you should visit while in Riga considering its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,868 travelers.

When you want to explore something else, stop at the magnificent House of the Black Heads. This popular site is rated 4.6 stars out of 5 by around 8,985 travelers.

Take this chance to join a popular tour to experience something one-of-a-kind on this day of your weekend getaway in Latvia. Check out all the tours Riga offers and add your selections to your weekend getaway vacation package.

Exploring the most popular attractions in Latvia can make you lose track of time. Still, be sure to grab something to eat at some of the best restaurants you can try in Riga.

Tu Re Kā offers great food and ambiance and is well-loved in the area.

Another top-rated restaurant worth trying in Riga is the popular LIDO Vērmanītis. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 6,867 customers, this restaurant is an excellent dining option.

If you feel like having something else, check out LIDO Spice. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,915 customers, which speaks volumes about its quality.

When you’ve finished your meal and an after-dinner drink sounds enticing, visit LIDO. One of the best bars in the city, LIDO has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 22,268 customers.

If you’d rather go to a different spot, "Folkklubs ALA Pagrabs" (Folk club ALA cellar) is another great option. This bar enjoys an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,152 bar-goers.

Skyline bar is also a great city bar where you can have nice chats with locals and fellow travelers in Riga. Skyline bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,017 customers.

A quick trip to any of these popular local bars will enhance your travel experience in the city of Riga. Cheers to a pleasant weekend getaway in Latvia!

Your remarkable weekend getaway in Latvia is about to end. Soon you’ll say goodbye to Riga. Day 3 is your departure day and your chance to catch one last glimpse of the city and beautiful Latvia.

Depending on how much time you have until you start your journey home, we recommend visiting some more attractions or doing some last-minute shopping.

Before leaving Riga, fill yourself with delicious food from LIDO Alus sēta for a final memorable meal to cap your weekend getaway in Latvia. This popular restaurant offers a whole menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,951 customers.

We also recommend LIDO Ķirsons māja for your last chance at an unforgettable food and dining experience in Riga. LIDO Ķirsons māja has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,923 customers.

If you'd prefer a restaurant that is popular among locals, try Open-Air Leisure Park EGLE. This restaurant serves food that features the flavors of Latvia and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars given by 2,106 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Latvia and begin your journey home, now filled with memories of your unforgettable weekend getaway in Latvia!