Top 10 Attractions in Latvia (2018)

📁 Historic, Architecture, Monument
📍 Riga

Old Riga – Highlights

• The historic & architecture centre of Riga
• Remarkably diverse architectural styles
• Home to many cultural heritage landmarks
• Fine dining experience at top restaurants
• Latvia’s World Heritage Site

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📁 Beach, Seaside, Panorama
📍 Jurmala

Jurmala Beach – Highlights

• Spacious beaches with playgrounds
• Extensive stretches of white sands
• Swimming areas in the clear waters
• Latvia’s Blue Flag beach

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📁 Park, Animal, Nature, Hiking Trail
📍 Vidzeme

Gauja National Park – Highlights

• Scenic landscape of Gauja valley
• Hiking trails among lush greenery
• Exhilarating adventurous activities
• Charming old castles and villages

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📁 Palace, Architecture, Garden, Museum
📍 Pilsrundale

Rundale Palace – Highlights

• Magnificent 18th-century Baroque palace
• Picturesque French-style rose gardens
• Duke’s staterooms and living quarters
• Exhibits of Latvian applied and fine arts

Opening Hours (Museum)

• Nov – Apr
  • Daily: 10:00 – 17:00
• May – Oct
  • Daily: 10:00 – 18:00

💵 Entrance Fee
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📁 Castle, Garden, Museum, Panorama
📍 Sigulda

Turaida Museum Reserve – Highlights

• Medieval castle with viewing platforms
• Beautiful gardens with valley backdrops
• Historic wooden church in an ancient hill
• Collections of local archaeological artefacts

Opening Hours

• Nov – Mar
  • Daily: 10:00 – 17:00
• Apr
  • Daily: 10:00 – 19:00
• May – Sep
  • Daily: 09:00 – 20:00
• Oct
  • Daily: 09:00 – 19:00

Entrance Fee

• Nov – Apr
  • Adults: 3 EUR
  • Children: Free
• May – Oct
  • Adults: 5 EUR
  • Children: Free
• Guided Tour: from 15 EUR

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📁 Castle Ruins, Museum, Entertainment
📍 Cesis

Cesis Castle – Highlights

• Well-preserved medieval castle ruins
• Impressive castle interiors and chambers
• Fun activities with Middle Ages theme
• Eventful medieval festival in late summer

Opening Hours

• May – Sep
  • Daily: 10:00 – 18:00
• Oct – Apr
  • Tue-Sat: 10:00 – 17:00
  • Sun: 10:00 – 16:00
  • Mon: Closed

Entrance Fee

• Medieval Castle: 4 EUR
• Castle Complex: 6 EUR
• Guided Tour: from 27 EUR

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📁 Architecture, Art Street
📍 Riga

Alberta Street – Highlights

• Magnificent Art Nouveau buildings
• National architectural monuments
• Unique decorations on each house
• Home to the Museum of Art Nouveau

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📁 Museum, Architecture, Ethnographic
📍 Riga

Latvian Ethnographic Museum – Highlights

• Large outdoor museum beside Lake Jugla
• Hundreds of Latvian vernacular buildings
• Exhibits of traditional household objects
• Folk art & craft workshops during summer

Opening Hours

• May – Sep
  • Daily: 10:00 – 20:00
• Oct – Apr
  • Daily: 10:00 – 17:00

Entrance Fee

• May – Sep
  • Adults: 4 EUR
  • Children: Free
• Oct – Apr
  • Adults: 2 EUR
  • Children: Free

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📁 Architecture, Historic
📍 Riga

House of Blackheads – Highlights

• Historic houses built in the 14th century
• Impressive Dutch Renaissance facade
• Wonderfully picturesque architecture
• The Latvian President’s temporary residence

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📁 Local Market, Shopping

Central Market – Highlights

• One of the largest markets in Europe
• Five impressive food market pavilions
• Fresh produce from Latvian farms
• Wide range of delicious local foods

Opening Hours

• Daily: 07:00 – 18:00

Entrance Fee

• Free admission

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