Some Rigans think there’s nothing to do or see in the City. Those few obviously use a mysterious bus without the windows. Honesty, even living here all our lives, we sometimes go out and feel like we’re having a date with our own city discovering new, little characteristics we’ve skipped on the way till now. And that never stops.
Considered to be among the most important Art Nouveau cities in Europe, having the Old Town that is included in the UNESCO world heritage list, hosting more alternative areas like Miera Street, Spīķeri and Kalnciema Street Block the city itself will entertain you even before you go into all the museums, galleries, shops, restaurants and take tours outside the center. Don’t be ashamed to walk around with your camera like a real tourist, we promise, you’ll have lots of pictures to take!
Bastejkalns
Cover the smell
Laura Plumina /
“The Last Bastion of Riga” was assembled from the remains of the older ramparts taken down in ...
Berga Bazārs
Sophisticated shopping
James Eldridge /
Twice monthly markets - 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month make this place great for ...
Centrāltirgus Market
Food, glorious food!
James Eldridge /
This is it the center of trade within Riga for the average person. You will mostly see people ...
Kalnciema Street Market
Great entertainment, food and crafts
James Eldridge /
Locals love the open air markets that are held there twice a month. Watch all sorts attend ...
Kalnciema Street Quarter
Place to get inspired
Ance Vanaga /
In a huge backyard surrounded by 120 year old wooden architecture is located one of the ...
Ķīpsala
Island in Riga
James Eldridge /
Great to go jogging, enjoy the scenery of the city and pass by classical old houses. Fresh ...
Academy of Sciences
Stalins Birthday cake.
James Eldridge /
Im not sure locals love this building but it does add to Riga's skyline.
Aldaru iela
Russian brewer street
Laura Plumina /
Brewer street is old enough to be covered in warehouses from 15th century, be called ...
Andrejsala
Old Harbour
James Eldridge /
Space to sit by the water away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Its a constantly ...
Baltā Pirts
For mind, body & soul
Ance Vanaga /
“The White Sauna” is a place with over 100 years of history. Located in a building that was ...
Brāļu Cemetery
Fallen soldiers
James Eldridge /
The Brethren cemetery was founded in 1936 as a memorial and burial ground for Latvian ...
Citadele
Protect the city, you bastards!
Laura Plumina /
Technically still part of the Old Town, it was a secluded military area 300 years ago. In 1710 ...
Jewish Synagogue
The only functioning synagogue in Riga
Laura Plumina /
This 1904 synagogue was spared from the Nazis’ spree of destruction as it was inside the Old ...
Laima Clock
Chcoloate or the clock?
Laura Plumina /
"Laima" is one of the most important chocolate producers in the Baltics. This clock near the ...
Miera Ielas Republika
Worth a stroll
James Eldridge /
There are dozens of great places in the “republic” of this famous street, so it’s definitely ...
Miera Street 5
City housing
James Eldridge /
Strange example of late Art Nouveau housing at the star to of the Street of Peace.
Miss Art Nouveau
It's one of Riga's treasures
/ The building itself is worth a look as a wonderful example of Art Nouveau, but don’t miss the ...
Monks of St. John's Church
How monk's plan to escape?
Laura Plumina /
According to the legend there were two monks living in Riga in 15th century who wanted to ...
Old Mazā Kalna Street Market
Back in time
James Eldridge /
In reality the market is now a park and tram stop in the heart of the Moscow District. With a ...
Orthodox Cathedral
God's got gold.
James Eldridge /
Interesting experience for non Orthodox visitors. This is one of the largest and most ...
Riga Aviation Museum
Armed to the teeth
Ance Vanaga /
Impressive display of Soviet air power, plus you get a chance to have a look into some real ...
Riga Cathedral
Organ concert every day
Laura Plumina /
Riga Cathedral recently celebrated its 800th birthday. It's one of the eldest and also the ...
Riga Zoo
Let your beast out
James Eldridge /
It is a great place to spend a lovely day with family. The surrounding area of Meža Parks ...
Rozena Street
So tiny and small and short and narrow..
Laura Plumina /
Rozena street is not only one of the shortest but also the narrowest street in Riga. If your ...
Spīķeri
Find your own thing
Laura Plumina /
On the bank of the river you’ll find a few curious buildings. They’re old warehouses that have ...
The Great Cemetery
All year Halloween
James Eldridge /
Space is in abundance here. Feel free to walk your dog, go for a jog all amongst the dead ...
The Great Guild
Home of music
Laura Plumina /
"The Great Guild" is most known for its orientation to classical, professional and other ...
The Great Kristaps
Origin of the city
Laura Plumina /
A statue telling the origin tale of the city. Legend has it, Great Christopher once helped a ...
The Victory Park
Monumental parkland
James Eldridge /
The large Soviet war monument in the center of the park is surrounded by lush open fields ...
Three Wall Street
Go back in time
Laura Plumina /
This lovely courtyard, huddled away from the main street bustle takes you back in time and ...
Trokšņu street
Screeeeeeeaam...
Laura Plumina /
Used as a lookout till the 18th century, the street would have guards on the walls whose job ...
TV Tower Riga
Sci Fi RIga
James Eldridge /
Coming into Riga the TV tower is the first structure to catch your eye from a distance. The ...
Valdemāra arcade
Space with a difference
James Eldridge /
A hundred years ago it was the second biggest brewery in Latvia. Now it’s turned into a haven ...
Vērmanes Garden
Lose yourself in chess in fresh air
Laura Plumina /
It’s not just a romantic park in the centre of Riga. It’s also place for those who want to lose ...
War museum
Latvian War museum
Zane Belinska / Museum is partly located in an impressive part of medieval Riga's fortifications - Powder ...