Latvia 7 Day Itinerary

Title: 7-Day Itinerary for Exploring Latvia

Day 1: Riga

  • Arrival at Riga International Airport. Know before you go: Latvia uses the Euro as currency.
  • Check-in at your hotel and freshen up.
  • Visit the Old Town of Riga, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to explore the Dome Cathedral, House of the Blackheads, and Swedish Gate.
  • Evening stroll along the scenic Daugava River.
  • Enjoy Latvian cuisine at one of the local restaurants like “3 Tukais” or “Māksla i Rīgā”.

Day 2: Riga

  • Morning visit to Central Market, one of Europe’s largest markets offering fresh produce, traditional food, and handicrafts.
  • Explore the Art Nouveau district and Latvian National Museum of Art (LMNA).
  • Afternoon at leisure. Consider visiting Riga Zoo or the Open Air Museum of Latvia.
  • Evening: Experience the vibrant nightlife in the Alberta iela, Miera iela, and Elizabetes iela districts.

Day 3: Riga - Sigulda

  • Day trip to Sigulda (approximately 1 hour by train or car).
  • Visit Turaida Museum Reserve, a historical and cultural complex with beautiful architecture and gardens.
  • Explore the Gutman’s Cave, one of the longest caves in Latvia.
  • Enjoy a walk along the Sigulda New Town Pedestrian Street.
  • Return to Riga for the night.

Day 4: Cesis

  • Day trip to Cesis (approximately 1 hour by train or car).
  • Explore the Cesis Medieval Castle, one of the best preserved castles in Latvia.
  • Visit the Cesis Town Museum to learn about the region’s history.
  • Enjoy a hike in the Gauja National Park, which offers beautiful landscapes and hiking trails.
  • Return to Riga for the night.

Day 5: Jurmala

  • Day trip to Jurmala (approximately 40 minutes by train or car).
  • Spend the day relaxing on one of the many beaches in Jurmala, known for its beautiful pine forests and Art Nouveau architecture.
  • Visit the Jurmala Museum to learn about the town’s history and art.
  • Return to Riga for the night.

Day 6: Liepaja

  • Day trip to Liepaja (approximately 3 hours by train or car).
  • Visit the Liepaja Zoo, one of the oldest zoos in Europe.
  • Explore the Liepaja Old Town, with its beautiful architecture and the St. Anna’s Church.
  • Visit the Liepaja Concert Hall to learn about the city’s rich musical heritage.
  • Return to Riga for the night.

Day 7: Departure

  • Spend your last day in Latvia shopping for souvenirs or exploring areas you may have missed in Riga.
  • Depart from Riga International Airport.