Latvia
All our guides to Latvia in one place.
See & do
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Three Countries, One Sea: Our Journey Through the Baltics
We traveled through Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania to discover what makes the Baltic countries different, what surprised us, and which destination stayed…
Our Trip to Latvia
Our Latvia travel guide covers where we went, what we spent, what we saw, and what we learned while exploring Riga, Sigulda,…
23 Things to See and Do in Riga, Latvia
Explore the things to see and do in Riga, Latvia, from the historic Old Town and Art Nouveau streets to markets, museums,…
2 Days in Latvia: Exploring Riga and the Gauja Valley
A two-day Latvia itinerary covering Riga, Sigulda and the Gauja Valley, with historic sights, local experiences, practical tips and places worth exploring.
Sigulda, Latvia: Best Things to See and Do
Explore the best things to do in Sigulda, Latvia, from medieval castles and Gutman’s Cave to the Gauja Valley, cable car and…
Into the Gauja Valley: How We Spent One Day in Sigulda
Spend one day in Sigulda exploring castles, forests, caves, and the Gauja Valley with this practical guide to one of Latvia’s most…
Sigulda, Latvia: What to Know Before You Visit
Sigulda packs castles, sandstone cliffs, forest trails, and the winding Gauja River into one of Latvia’s most scenic corners, with plenty to…
Riga from Above: Climbing St. Peter’s Church Tower
Riga’s medieval rooftops unfold beneath us as we climb St. Peter’s Church Tower, one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks and viewpoints.
Riga Ghetto Museum Tells the Story of a Dark Chapter in Latvia’s History
The Riga Ghetto and Latvian Holocaust Museum preserves the history of Latvia’s Jewish community and remembers those who were killed during the…
Eat
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Where to Eat in Latvia: Restaurants We Tried & Recommend
Looking for where to eat in Latvia? Here are the restaurants we tried, what we ordered, and the places we would recommend.
Two More Beers Riga: Where Craft Beer Meets Creative Food
Two More Beers in Riga combines an extensive beer selection with creative food and local flavors, making it a great stop in…
Under the Zeppelin Roofs: Exploring Riga Central Market
Step inside Riga Central Market, where historic pavilions, local food and everyday Riga meet. Here’s what we found, what to eat, and…
Beyond Rye Bread: What to Eat in Latvia
Taste Latvia through its traditional dishes, from dark rye bread and grey peas to smoked fish, hearty soups, local sweets, and classic…
Trying Latvian Food at Melnā Bite in Riga
Melnā Bite sits right in Riga’s Old Town, serving locally inspired dishes in a stylish yet relaxed setting. We stopped by to…
Plan
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Things to Know Before Visiting Riga
Plan your Riga trip with practical tips on transport, prices, food, sightseeing, and everything else you need to know before you visit.
Things to Know Before Visiting Latvia
Practical Latvia travel tips covering transport, money, food, costs, culture, and everything you need to know before visiting Latvia.
Penguin stones in Latvia
3 painted penguins are hiding here.
