Skanste 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
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
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
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
Cathedral Square

Cathedral Square

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

Cathedral Square

Activities

Riga: Entrance Ticket - House of the Black Heads

Riga: Entrance Ticket - House of the Black Heads

AU$12
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Riga: Entrance Ticket - House of the Black Heads
Riga Sightseeing Red Bus Hop On Hop Off

48h Day Riga Sightseeing Red Bus Grand Tour

AU$41
Per adult
48h Day Riga Sightseeing Red Bus Grand Tour
Euphoria - For 2 Persons

Euphoria - For 2 Persons

AU$332
Per adult
Euphoria - For 2 Persons
5 Hour Shared Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga

5,5 Hour Shared Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga

AU$121
Per adult
5,5 Hour Shared Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga
Real Tank Ride In Riga

Real Tank Ride In Riga

AU$403
Per adult
Real Tank Ride In Riga
The Best Of Riga Walking Tour

The Best Of Riga Walking Tour

AU$30
Per adult
The Best Of Riga Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Skanste Hotel Deals

Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga
Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga
4 out of 5
55 Elizabetes Street, Riga
The price is AU$141 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
AU$141
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Was very happy!!!
"Very nice place to stay!!!"

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga
Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
5 out of 5
11. Novembra Krastmala, 33, Riga
The price is AU$121 per night from 19 Dec to 20 Dec
AU$121
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
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)
"Nice spot"

Reviewed on 25 Nov. 2024

Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
Tallink Hotel Riga
Tallink Hotel Riga
4 out of 5
Elizabetes 24, 24, Riga, RIX
The price is AU$114 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
AU$114
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
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! (1,003 reviews)
Great hotel
"Very comfortable room, nice modern looking hotel. Very clean and pleasant staff."

Reviewed on 22 Oct. 2024

Tallink Hotel Riga
Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Daugava Riga
Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Daugava Riga
4 out of 5
24 Kugu Street, Riga
The price is AU$103 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$103
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (992 reviews)
"The hotel is conveniently located across the street from the Latvian National Library and overlooks the Daguava River. Beautiful and relaxing river walk available to hotel guests. The staff were simply outstanding from the front desk attendants to the housekeeping staff. Everyone is extremely friendly, ..."

Reviewed on 16 Sep. 2024

Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Daugava Riga
Wellton Riga Hotel & SPA
Wellton Riga Hotel & SPA
4 out of 5
Valnu street 49, Riga
The price is AU$97 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
AU$97
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
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! (1,006 reviews)
"The hotel was very nice. Very good location. My only comment is the strong perfume smell throughout the hotel excluding our room. I have a sensitivity to perfumes so I ended up with a migraine from all the perfume smells in the air. Just suggest that the hotel consider guests with sensitivity, it ..."

Reviewed on 24 Nov. 2024

Wellton Riga Hotel & SPA
Bellevue Park Hotel Riga
Bellevue Park Hotel Riga
4.5 out of 5
1 Slokas Street, Riga
The price is AU$74 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
AU$74
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Stay at this 4.5-star spa hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"It's nice, well kept hotel close to a city centre and with excellent public transport options. Large car park too."

Reviewed on 23 Nov. 2024

Bellevue Park Hotel Riga
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Other neighbourhoods around Skanste

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Brasa

You'll appreciate the historical sites during your time in Brasa and you might want to plan a stop by Arena Riga and Domina Shopping Center while you're in the area.

Brasa
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Andrejsala

You'll enjoy the restaurants and waterfront in Andrejsala. You might want to make time for a stop at Riga City Yacht Club or Andrejosta.

Andrejsala
Latvian Art Museum showing a statue or sculpture

Centrs

4/5(14 area reviews)

Centrs is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Cathedral of Christ's Nativity and Galleria Riga Shopping Center while in the area.

Centrs
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Grizinkalns

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Grizinkalns and you might want to plan a stop by Domina Shopping Center 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 Origo Shopping Centre while you're in town.

Avoti
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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