If you want to plunge into the history of the oldest European city and admire the beautiful architecture of various styles, then feel free to go on a trip to Riga. It is one of the most beautiful cities not only on the Baltic coast, but also throughout Europe.
Riga hotels offer affordable accommodation, restaurants - cheap and tasty food, shops - clothes from Latvian designers for reasonable money.
If you are traveling to Riga for a short time, we advise you to plan your tour in advance using the map. Start your walk, for example, from the center of old Riga, the heart of the city. All architectural monuments are protected by UNESCO. The street layout, as well as their names, has been preserved since the 13th century. The names reflect the occupations of the first residents of Riga: Miesnieku (Myasnitskaya), Kaleyu (Kuznechnaya), Tirgonyu (Trading) ...
Walking around old Riga, you will see one of the most beautiful buildings and the pride of Latvians - Riga Castle. Now the residence of the Latvian president is located there. Another example of medieval architecture will meet on your way - this is the architectural complex "Three Brothers". Three similar houses are located on the picturesque Maza Pils street and reflect different periods of the construction of residential buildings.
Go further and you will understand why Riga was called “little Paris” before. Gingerbread houses in the Art Nouveau style, sculptures, spiers adorn this part of the capital of Latvia.
You can take a break from the impressions on the Bastion Hill, which is located next to Freedom Boulevard, between old Riga and the city canal. The slide was created in the 19th century for the recreation of citizens on the site of the former city ramparts. Then pedestrian paths were laid, and a pavilion was installed at the top. In addition, the Opera Square is now located here. Today, the Bastion Hill is more like a city park.
In the evening, we recommend you to attend a concert of organ music in the Dome Cathedral. An organ 25 meters high consists of almost 7 thousand pipes. He will impress you with his unearthly music.
End the day with dinner at the LIDO Recreation and Entertainment Center. This network of hospitable restaurants in Latvia is very popular among tourists from all countries. The interior, designed in the Latvian national style, a cozy atmosphere, delicious dishes that can be prepared before your eyes, will pleasantly surprise you.
To make your stay as comfortable as possible, we suggest you look on the Internet which hotels in Riga are popular with tourists.
Convenient in terms of location and low prices is . It is located in the WEF area, in the center of Riga. The old town with its sights is a 10-minute walk from the hotel. After a rich cultural program, you can relax in the music bar or relax in the meditation room. In the warm season, the summer terrace is open, where, sipping a cocktail and enjoying live music, you will forget about business and consolidate your pleasant impressions from a trip to Riga.