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
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 shops in this culturally rich area.

Riga Cathedral
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
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
Three Brothers

Three Brothers

4/5(6 reviews)

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

Three Brothers
National Library of Latvia

National Library of Latvia

4/5(2 reviews)

After visiting National Library of Latvia, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Riga. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

National Library of Latvia

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$32
per adult
The Best Of Riga Walking Tour
Picture 9 for Activity From Riga: Group Tour to Sigulda and Turaida

From Riga: Group Tour to Sigulda and Turaida

AU$209
per adult
From Riga: Group Tour to Sigulda and Turaida
Riga Medieval combined walking/transportation guided tour

Riga Medieval combined walking/transportation guided tour

AU$120
per adult
Riga Medieval combined walking/transportation guided tour
Euphoria - For 2 Persons

Euphoria - For 2 Persons

AU$359
per traveller
Euphoria - For 2 Persons
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Our pick of the best Skanste Hotel Deals

Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
5 out of 5
11. Novembra Krastmala, 33, Riga
The price is AU$123 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
AU$123
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June
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! (1,020 reviews)
Fantastic location, great hotel!
"This hotel is an excellent location for visiting the old town - 5/10 minutes away and there's a bus and tram stop just across the road (the airport bus number 22 stops there which is really handy). Breakfast was delicious -lots of choice and sparkling wine as well!"

Reviewed on 13 May 2025

Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
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$193 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
AU$193
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June
Stay at this 4-star spa 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! (1,005 reviews)
"Great stay, however I booked a queen sized bed and they ran out of queen beds so I had two twins in my room instead."

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga
Opera Hotel
Opera Hotel
4 out of 5
33 Raina Blvd, Riga
The price is AU$145 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
AU$145
includes taxes & fees
3 June - 4 June
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! (1,007 reviews)
"The hotel is in a great location—just a 5-minute walk from the Old Town and with a direct connection to and from the airport. However, it is situated on a busy street, so light sleepers may want to bring earplugs. The room I stayed in could definitely use some refurbishment, as there were visible ..."

Reviewed on 13 May 2025

Opera Hotel
Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel
Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel
4 out of 5
73 Elizabetes Street, Riga
The price is AU$195 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
AU$195
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (997 reviews)
"Large room with very comfortable beds. All staff was very friendly and helpful. We had an early checkout and received a packed breakfast as we had breakfast included."

Reviewed on 14 May 2025

Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel
Tallink Hotel Riga
Tallink Hotel Riga
4 out of 5
Elizabetes 24, 24, Riga, RIX
The price is AU$120 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$120
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Location is excellent for touring the city."

Reviewed on 8 May 2025

Tallink Hotel Riga
Hotel Justus
Hotel Justus
4 out of 5
Jauniela 24, Riga
The price is AU$158 per night from 21 May to 22 May
AU$158
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Riga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
Quaint, quiet and central
"Lovely bedroom with quirky decor as wall of the cathedral integrated with the hotel."

Reviewed on 19 May 2025

Hotel Justus
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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

Centrs is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Latvian Art Museum and Cathedral of Christ's Nativity 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 Palladium 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 Palladium and Galleria Riga Shopping Center while you're in town.

Avoti
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Sarkandaugava

Travellers like the restaurants in Sarkandaugava, and Olympic Casino is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Sarkandaugava

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