Vidzeme Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Vidzeme
House of the Blackheads which includes street scenes and heritage elements
St. Peter\'s Church which includes a city, a river or creek and a bridge
Riga Central Market which includes shopping and interior views
Latvian Art Museum which includes street scenes and heritage architecture

Where to stay in Vidzeme

Old Town showing heritage architecture and street scenes

Old Town Riga

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

Travellers come to Old Town Riga for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Cathedral Square and Riga Cathedral while you're in town.

Old Town Riga
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.

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Zemgale Suburb

4/5(1 area review)

Unique features of Zemgale Suburb include the historical sites and river views. Make a stop by National Library of Latvia or Golden Bowling Center while you're exploring the area.

Zemgale Suburb
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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
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Agenskalns

Unique features of Agenskalns include the river views and historical sites. Make a stop by Golden Bowling Center or Latvian Railway History Museum while you're exploring the area.

Agenskalns
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
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$148 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$148
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
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! (1,017 reviews)
Excellent location
"Lovely room, allocated high floor with vies of city Enjoyed the bar on level 26 too."

Reviewed on 4 Mar. 2025

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$135 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$135
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
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! (1,014 reviews)
"It was nice, I think I was expecting something more special though. It was just a nice hotel with nothing too fancy. The breakfast buffet was really tasty though and generous timings for it."

Reviewed on 1 Mar. 2025

Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Daugava Riga
Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Daugava Riga
4 out of 5
24 Kugu Street, Riga
The price is AU$110 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
AU$110
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
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! (994 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in a fantastic location. Short walk into Riga old town, on key bus and tram routes. Easy access to the airport too. Line 22 bus stops outside the hotel. Comfortable and clean. Very 90s in some places, but clean, functional and in good condition."

Reviewed on 23 Jan. 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Daugava Riga
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aparthotel Amella
aparthotel Amella
4 out of 5
Emilijas Benjaminas Iela 8, Riga
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, 24-hour room service, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Latvian Academy of Sciences and Riga ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
A Riga Gem
"Stayed here for a long weekend , the place was perfect . It wanted for nothing , the staff was very helpful , it was spotless . Location short walk from the railway station and street food market. Would stay they again 100 percent."

Reviewed on 18 Feb. 2025

aparthotel Amella
RIGAAPARTMENT ELIZABETES 22 Aparthotel
RIGAAPARTMENT ELIZABETES 22 Aparthotel
3 out of 5
22 Elizabetes iela, Riga
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Berg's Bazaar and Vermanes Garden are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (21 reviews)
"Our stay at this property was flawless, and we will certainly recommend it to anyone visiting Riga. It's within walking distance to many tourist attractions, restaurants, markets and etc!"

Reviewed on 3 Jan. 2025

RIGAAPARTMENT ELIZABETES 22 Aparthotel
RIGAAPARTMENTcom SONADA Hotel
RIGAAPARTMENTcom SONADA Hotel
3 out of 5
Gertrudes Street 129, parking entrance from Valmieras street 5, Riga
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly apartment in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Palladium and Berg's Bazaar ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (102 reviews)
A great place for work or pleasure
"An excellent place to stay in Riga whether for work or pleasure. It was centrally located with easy access to m ass transportation and the center. The staff was friendly and helpful and the property was in excellent condition. I was pleased with everything."

Reviewed on 31 May 2023

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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
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
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 stunning cathedral and shops in this culturally rich area.

House of the Blackheads
Gauja National Park

Gauja National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Gauja National Park, a lovely green space in Sigulda. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Gauja National Park
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$223
per adult
2 countries! Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska castle
From Riga: Group Tour to Sigulda and Turaida

From Riga: Group Tour to Sigulda and Turaida

AU$198
per adult
From Riga: Group Tour to Sigulda and Turaida
Riga Medieval Dinner

Riga Medieval Dinner

AU$180
per adult
Riga Medieval Dinner
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
Euphoria - For 2 Persons

Euphoria - For 2 Persons

AU$339
per traveller
Euphoria - For 2 Persons
Real Tank Ride In Riga

Real Tank Ride In Riga

AU$411
per adult
Real Tank Ride In Riga
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