Purvciems Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Riga Central Market featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Riga Central Market

4.5/5(5 reviews)

See why this huge market is affectionately known as Riga's belly when you browse hundreds of stalls for fresh produce and Latvian specialties.

Riga Central Market
Old Town featuring dining out, street scenes and night scenes

Riga Cathedral

4/5(6 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Riga when you spend time at Riga Cathedral. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Riga Cathedral
St. Peter's Church

St. Peter's Church

4/5(6 reviews)

Riga's tallest church is dedicated to the city’s patron saint and is where you can see new artworks, watch a concert and enjoy great views of the Latvian capital.

St. Peter's Church
House of the Blackheads showing street scenes and heritage architecture

House of the Blackheads

3/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Riga when you spend time at House of the Blackheads. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.

House of the Blackheads
Three Brothers

Three Brothers

4/5(6 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Riga with a trip to Three Brothers. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this culturally rich area.

Three Brothers
Freedom Monument featuring a statue or sculpture and a monument

Freedom Monument

4.5/5(7 reviews)

This large historic monument near Riga’s Old Town is a national shrine of great importance where public ceremonies are held.

Freedom Monument

Activities

Full Day Tour Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska Castle

2 countries! Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska castle

AU$228
per adult
2 countries! Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska castle
Riga: Entrance Ticket - House of the Black Heads

Riga: Entrance Ticket - House of the Black Heads

AU$12
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Riga: Entrance Ticket - House of the Black Heads
The Best Of Riga Walking Tour

The Best Of Riga Walking Tour

AU$33
per adult
The Best Of Riga Walking Tour
Riga Medieval combined walking/transportation guided tour

Riga Medieval combined walking/transportation guided tour

AU$121
per adult
Riga Medieval combined walking/transportation guided tour
Picture 9 for Activity From Riga: Group Tour to Sigulda and Turaida

From Riga: Group Tour to Sigulda and Turaida

AU$211
per adult
From Riga: Group Tour to Sigulda and Turaida
From Riga: Hill of Crosses and Jelgava Gems Tour

From Riga: Hill of Crosses and Jelgava Gems Tour

AU$97
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Riga: Hill of Crosses and Jelgava Gems Tour
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Our pick of the best Purvciems Hotel Deals

Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
5 out of 5
11. Novembra Krastmala, 33, Riga
The price is AU$125 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$125
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"It was my first ever time in the Baltic states. I thought the people of Latvia were amazingly friendly. The Riverside spa hotel, from the girl who checked me in, to the staff behind the bar, all the reception staff,and the ones working in the spa. They were all very helpful.The spa area and swimming ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga
Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga
4.5 out of 5
55 Elizabetes Street, Riga
The price is AU$184 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$184
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Good location, clean and comfortable. Good breakfast"

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2025

Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga
Opera Hotel
Opera Hotel
4 out of 5
33 Raina Blvd, Riga
The price is AU$133 per night from 26 June to 27 June
AU$133
26 June - 27 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Origo Shopping Centre and Latvian National ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"good location to old town a nd all amenities good sized room and under floor heating in bathroom an extra luxury"

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

Opera Hotel
Tallink Hotel Riga
Tallink Hotel Riga
4 out of 5
Elizabetes 24, 24, Riga, RIX
The price is AU$141 per night from 26 June to 27 June
AU$141
26 June - 27 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in central location."

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

Tallink Hotel Riga
Wellton Riga Hotel & SPA
Wellton Riga Hotel & SPA
4 out of 5
Valnu street 49, Riga
The price is AU$131 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$131
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Thank you.
"Everything was lovely.Especially the service in the reception."

Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2025

Wellton Riga Hotel & SPA
Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel
Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel
4.5 out of 5
73 Elizabetes Street, Riga
The price is AU$193 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$193
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2025

Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Purvciems

Riga featuring heritage architecture

Vidzeme Suburb

Unique features of Vidzeme Suburb include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Arena Riga or Alberta Iela while you're exploring the area.

Vidzeme Suburb
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Teika

Teika is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Alfa Shopping Center and Domina Shopping Center.

Teika
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Grizinkalns

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Grizinkalns and you might want to plan a stop by Corner House KGB Museum and Galleria Riga Shopping Center while you're in the area.

Grizinkalns
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Avoti

Avoti is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can plan an outing to Galleria Riga Shopping Center and Cathedral of Christ's Nativity while you're in town.

Avoti
Riga Central Market showing interior views and shopping

Maskavas Forstate

Historical sites, bars and shopping are just a few things travellers enjoy about Maskavas Forstate. Check out Riga Central Market or Latvian Academy of Sciences while you're exploring the area.

Maskavas Forstate
Riga Central Market showing interior views and shopping

Latgale Suburb

3/5(1 area review)

Latgale Suburb is noteworthy for its churches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Riga Central Market and Latvian Academy of Sciences.

Latgale Suburb

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