Tours & day trips

History & culture

Private & custom tours

Spend a few hours in the nature-filled surroundings of Botanisches Garten des Universitaets. Admire the collection of plant species, see if you can spot some birds or simply relax on the grass.

Botanisches Garten des Universitaets is the perfect place to begin discovering Kurzeme District. This showcase of plants is recommended by fellow travelers, but it isn't the only spot to see here. Pencil in time for other sights like House of the Blackheads, Riga Castle, and Riga Cathedral to make the most of what the area has to offer.

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Kolonna Hotel Brigita

Zemgale Suburb

$671

per person

Feb 23 - Feb 28

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Cincinnati (CVG) to Riga (RIX)

8.4/10 Very Good! (232 reviews)

My stay at Hotel Brigita was simply lovely. I am very appreciative of the assistance I received from the friendly and helpful staff. I also really enjoyed the delicious and varied breakfasts. The food was the best I have ever had a hotel. Well done!

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2025

Old Riga Boutique Hotel Vecriga

Old Town Riga

$696

per person

Feb 23 - Feb 28

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Cincinnati (CVG) to Riga (RIX)

8.6/10 Excellent! (265 reviews)

The stay was great however the television would keep turning it self off. On the upside we had a former USSR champion boxer come look at it so made my day despite not being able to fix it! will stay again!

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

Eurostars Metropole

Old Town Riga

$691

per person

Feb 23 - Feb 28

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Cincinnati (CVG) to Riga (RIX)

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)

Huge reception area, spotlessly clean. Receptionists very helpful. Breakfast had excellent choices. My room was large and internet very fast. Cant fault it. Would definitly stay again.

Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025

Popular places to visit

On of my favorite views in the world, the Vanšu Bridge over the Daugava river in #Riga, #Latvia. #Baltic

Vansu Bridge

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

New building of the National library is called The Sun Rock and resembles a block of ice. It is located on the left side of the river, just across from the old town. You can either walk over the bridge from there or catch a tram #stunningstructures #Riga #Latvia

National Library of Latvia

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

Old Town featuring street scenes, outdoor eating and dining out

Riga Cathedral

After visiting Riga Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Riga. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Three Brothers

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

University of Latvia Botanical Garden

Explore the great outdoors at University of Latvia Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Riga. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this family-friendly area.

Kipsala International Exhibition Centre

After visiting Kipsala International Exhibition Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Riga. Discover the acclaimed art scene and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.