Skanste Travel Guide

Riga

Popular places to visit

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

Riga Central Market

4.5/5(142 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 featuring street scenes and heritage architecture

House of the Blackheads

4.5/5(50 reviews)

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
Old Town featuring dining out, night scenes and outdoor eating

Riga Cathedral

4/5(111 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
Three Brothers

Three Brothers

4/5(90 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
St. Peter's Church

St. Peter's Church

4.5/5(102 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
National Library of Latvia

National Library of Latvia

4.5/5(17 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 family-friendly area.

National Library of Latvia

Things to do

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

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

Rp2.574.903
per adult
2 countries! Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska castle
Euphoria - For 2 Persons

Euphoria - For 2 Persons

Rp3.912.518
per traveller
Euphoria - For 2 Persons
Riga: Central Market Traditional Food Tour

Riga: Central Market Traditional Food Tour

Rp720.973
per adult
Riga: Central Market Traditional Food Tour
Riga Medieval combined walking/transportation guided tour

Riga Medieval combined walking/transportation guided tour

Rp1.304.548
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

Rp2.288.803
per adult
From Riga: Group Tour to Sigulda and Turaida
The Best Of Riga Walking Tour

The Best Of Riga Walking Tour

Rp353.239
per adult
The Best Of Riga Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Skanste

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 Rp1.794.414 per night from 11 May to 12 May
Rp1.794.414
Rp2.048.024 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Riga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 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
Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
5 out of 5
11. Novembra Krastmala, 33, Riga
The price is Rp1.384.263 per night from 11 May to 12 May
Rp1.384.263
Rp1.588.655 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
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! (1,009 reviews)
Great rooms and spa
"Great hotel, amazing spa, comfortable beds and quiet rooms."

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2025

Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel
Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel
4 out of 5
73 Elizabetes Street, Riga
The price is Rp1.674.787 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
Rp1.674.787
Rp1.914.043 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Riga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (994 reviews)
"This is the third time that I am staying here I have no issues with this Hotel at all. Staff are good, rooms are clean, location is perfect."

Reviewed on 4 Apr 2025

Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel
Tallink Hotel Riga
Tallink Hotel Riga
4 out of 5
Elizabetes 24, 24, Riga, RIX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.179.187 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
Rp1.179.187
Rp1.358.970 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Riga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Lovely stay!
"A great stay at the hotel, staff were all great, one in particular was “trainee” on his name badge. Doing a fantastic job. Well done. Hotel is very modern, room very comfortable and roomy. Close to everything you need in Riga, a 5 min walk from the train station or buses to and from the airport. ..."

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2025

Tallink Hotel Riga
Hotel Justus
Hotel Justus
4 out of 5
Jauniela 24, Riga
The price is Rp1.312.374 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
Rp1.312.374
Rp1.508.140 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Riga. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Was a great stay. Staff were great and location was perfect."

Reviewed on 12 Apr 2025

Hotel Justus
Wellton Centrum Hotel & Spa
Wellton Centrum Hotel & Spa
4 out of 5
33 Kaleju Street, Riga
The price is Rp1.122.791 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
Rp1.122.791
Rp1.295.807 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Riga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice property with compact bedrooms. Lovely and clean. Good breakfast. Easy to get to from main transport links to the airport. Lots of good resturants and bars a stones throw away."

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2025

Wellton Centrum Hotel & Spa
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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
Latvian Art Museum showing a statue or sculpture

Centrs

4.5/5(135 area reviews)

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 Corner House KGB Museum 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 featuring heritage architecture

Vidzeme Suburb

2/5(1 area review)

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

Vidzeme Suburb
Old Town showing heritage architecture and street scenes

Old Town Riga

4.5/5(240 area reviews)

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

Old Town Riga

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