Top Things to Do in Riga, Latvia
Things to Do in Riga
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- Historical Toursfromper adultS$194
- City Toursfrom
S$172per group (up to 15)S$161 - Historical Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)S$188
- Shooting Rangesfromper adultS$82
- City Toursfromper adultS$40
- fromper adult (price varies by group size)S$224
- Historical Toursfromper group (up to 15)S$149
- Ports of Call Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)S$254
- Craft Classesfromper adultS$45
- Historical Toursfromper group (up to 3)S$460
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What travellers are saying
- apars0nManchester, UK616 contributionsThe old town of Riga is compact and packed with cobbled streets and interesting buildings.
Lots of cafes and bars to sustain you too.
There are great museums to discover, but the old town is really an area for getting a feel for the history of Riga, whilst wandering and (probably) getting lost in the maze of narrow streets and around the pretty squares.
Look skywards for a feast of fine architecture.Written 5 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Jason MMalvern Hills, UK55 contributionsWell worth a visit - interesting history and learned lots. The guide for the English tour was knowledgeable, clear and humorous. Well worth noting the free tour on the last sunday of each month.Written 29 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Phil RNorth East England41 contributionsWe spent a couple of hours here, bought a few things to bring back and had some tasty food. It has an incredible selection of fresh fruit, veg, fish, meat etc. A must visit!Written 11 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MS11M22SUnited Kingdom180 contributionsVery pretty square in Riga with some beautiful architecture to admire. It looks spectacular when itโs all lit up at night too.Written 9 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ego1893Stuttgart, Germany49 contributionsNicely done, not a boring museum. It is obvious that the Latvian people have a wish to stress that they are different from Russia, which they explicitly do in this museum. On the other hand they do not omit that some Latvians participated to a certain extent in the Nazi atrocities, which adds credibility to their narrative. Very worthwhile, very educational, good time to spend.Written 7 July 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ReisefranzLahti, Finland66 contributionsInteresting and breathtkaing tour through the KGB building, its interogation rooms and prison cells - if you think Nawalny had a good life in prison visit this place and you will change your mind.Written 7 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Bread2011Hong Kong, China92 contributionsAccess to tower was inside the St. Peterโs Church. You need to pay for entrance fee for church and tower. It costs โฌ9 per adult. The church itself was just a normal one without any special. Then you can walk up to 3/F of tower for lift to the top. The view over there was gorgeous. You can see 360 view of the city. Though itโs windy and cold on the top, we still stayed until sunset. Itโs really a highlight during the visit in Riga.Written 3 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Pat L3 contributionsSimply an astonishing collection of cars and so many rarities!! Brezhnev's Royce... Russo balt. WOW! WOuld never have thought the museum could hold such vehicles on constant display! Next door there is an active race track too and perhaps at some summer days you can get to visit both in one go. Could be a great set.Written 6 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- apars0nManchester, UK616 contributionsThe street, and other surrounding streets, highlight the impressive architecture of Riga, where supposedly one third of the buildings in the Centr area are of Jugendstil in appearance.
You will probably get a crick in your neck, and end up taking far more photos than you intended, but this really is an area worth visiting.
Just across the canal from the Powder tower, off Elizabetes Iela (which has many fine buildings too)Written 5 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Adam JonesBeijing, China58 contributionsDecent monument in the old town of Riga. There isnโt much to see in the actually square (aside from the monument). However the old town in Riga has great sites and shops/restaurantsWritten 30 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- WhinbrookGreater London, UK487 contributionsInteresting museum contained in a meticulously furnished and decorated Art Nouveau apartment. You get to see not only the 'front of house' stuff like the reception rooms and bedrooms but can view the bathroom, wc (made in England!) the kitchen and the maid's room so it is all brought to life.
The basement has an interesting exhibition on the imagined family that might have lived there. It was clever to stand in front of mirrors but to watch live action reflections of each family member checking their appearance before maybe going out or receiving guests.
There were also numerous period decorative items and pieces of furniture on display Small Art Nouveau light fittings hanging from the ceiling of one of the rooms was an interesting display.
The museum staff were dressed in period costume and you could try on certain articles of clothing too.
The entrance and building staircase were also very impressive to see.Written 24 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - starlightShanghaiVictoria, Canada3,689 contributionsLike so many other Russian Orthodox Cathedrals, this one, too, has a stunning exterior. The golden domes topped by the familiar Orthodox crosses are really a sight to behold!
I did venture inside, but as soon as I saw the sign that women must borrow a headscarf AND a skirt from the desk next to the candles, I reversed directions. At that point I was super tired after having already walked about for the previous 3 hours and just could not be bothered to fiddle around with a skirt.
I only became aware of the โNo photos allowedโ directive by reading the reviews of other visitors.
Still, well worth a visit even just to see the beautiful exterior of the cathedral.Written 21 October 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Riga
- The top attractions to visit in Riga are:
- Old City Riga (Vecriga)
- Riga Motormuseum
- Central Market (Centraltirgus)
- House Of The Black Heads
- KGB Building
- The best outdoor activities in Riga according to Tripadvisor travellers are: See all outdoor activities in Riga on Tripadvisor
- The best day trips from Riga according to Tripadvisor travellers are:
- 2 countries! Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska castle
- 5 Hour Shared Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga
- Trip to Sigulda and Turaida from Riga
- Authentic Husky sledding adventure - Private tour from Riga
- Hill of Crosses / 2 countries in 1 day
- The most popular things to do in Riga with children according to Tripadvisor travellers are:
- Discover Latvia Tours
- Baltic Travel Services
- Riga Sightseeing Private Tours
- Latvian Tour Guides Tours
- Riga Transfers 24