Riga 6 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Old Town Exploration

  • Accommodation: Choose a centrally located hotel like Hotel Riga, Grand Poets Aparthotel, or Rija House Boutique Hotel for easy access to the city.
  • Breakfast: Start your day with a traditional Latvian breakfast at “Veselie Kabata” (Merchants’ Kitchen).
  • Morning: Visit the House of Blackheads, Dome Cathedral, and the Riga Cathedral in the Old Town.
  • Lunch: Tuck into some hearty dishes at “Kaisa Nauta” (Fisherman’s Kitchen). Don’t forget to try Riga’s famous black rye bread!
  • Afternoon: Explore the Central Market, one of Europe’s largest and most vibrant markets. Wander around the various halls for local produce, souvenirs, and crafts.
  • Dinner: Experience modern Latvian cuisine at “3Tela” restaurant.
  • Evening: Take a leisurely stroll along the Daugava River or enjoy the nightlife in the trendy Kalnciema Quarter.

Day 2: Art Nouveau & Central Riga

  • Breakfast: Have breakfast at your hotel or try local café “5 Streliju”.
  • Morning: Discover the unique architecture of Riga’s Art Nouveau district, including the famous “The Three Brothers” houses and the Academy of Sciences building.
  • Lunch: Grab a quick bite at “Kartupele” (Potato Bar) for some Latvian potato dishes.
  • Afternoon: Visit the Latvian National Museum of Art, Latvian National Opera, and Bastejkalns Park.
  • Dinner: Dine at “Atmīnu Vēvers” for a romantic dinner with stunning city views.
  • Evening: Take a walk along the quiet streets of the Ērglu district, known for its wooden houses.

Day 3: Museum Day

  • Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at “Lido” overlooking Bastejkalns Park.
  • Morning: Visit the Occupation Museum and the Museum of the History of Riga and Navigation to learn about Latvia’s history.
  • Lunch: Stop by “Menza Prieka” for a casual lunch near the Central Market.
  • Afternoon: Explore the Ethnography Open-Air Museum or the Riga Motor Museum, depending on your interests.
  • Dinner: Savor delicious Asian fusion cuisine at “Bangkok Riga”.
  • Evening: Relax at one of Riga’s many saunas or spas, such as “Parka Sauna” or “Mārve Sauna”.

Day 4: Day Trip to Jurmala (beach day)

  • Breakfast: Grab breakfast sandwiches from a local bakery for your beach day.
  • Morning: Take a train or bus to Jurmala, Latvia’s beautiful coastal town known for its beaches and wooden villas.
  • Day: Spend the day relaxing on the beach, exploring the various town’s districts (Dzintari, Majori, Bulduri), and taking a walk along the pedestrian jetty at Dzintaru ala.
  • Dinner: Have dinner at one of Jurmala’s many restaurants offering fresh seafood before returning to Riga.

Day 5: Day Trip to Sigulda (nature day)

  • Breakfast: Fuel up for the day with breakfast at your hotel.
  • Morning: Take a train or bus to Sigulda, a picturesque town nestled in the Gauja River Valley. Visit Turaida Museum Reserve and the Sigulda Medieval Castle ruins.
  • Lunch: Grab lunch at “Karavukes”, a restaurant located within the Turaida Museum Reserve.
  • Afternoon: Explore the nearby Gutmanis Cave, hike through the Turaida Forest, or try bobsledding at the Sigulda Bobsleigh Track.
  • Dinner: Return to Riga for dinner and choose a restaurant from Day 1 or 2.

Day 6: Departure

  • Breakfast: Enjoy one last breakfast in Riga at your favorite spot before checking out of the hotel.
  • Departure: Depending on your flight time, visit any remaining sights, do some souvenir shopping, or simply enjoy a cup of coffee at a local café before heading to the airport.