Old Town Riga Travel Guide
Riga
Visit Old Town Riga
Popular places to visit
Riga Central Market
During your visit to Riga, you can enjoy retail therapy at Riga Central Market. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Riga Cathedral
After visiting Riga Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Riga. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this culturally rich area.
Three Brothers
You can learn about the history of Riga with a trip to Three Brothers. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this culturally rich area.
Riga Christmas Market
During your trip to Riga, you can enjoy retail therapy at Riga Christmas Market. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
House of the Blackheads
You can study the exhibits at House of the Blackheads, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Riga. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
St. Peter's Church
After visiting St. Peter's Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Riga. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Old Town Riga
Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
"Good hotel and within walking distance to many attractions. If you like EDM music, there is Poseidon music venue within 4min walk. The only ding for hotel is on the 6th floor of room, the water pressure is sporadic. On the second night, the hot water completely turned off in 7 minutes. For the next ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Konventa Sēta Hotel Keystone Collection
"Friendly staff, very knowledgeable. The place is beautiful and clean, near to many of the attractions."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Wellton Riga Hotel & SPA
"I booked a double room with a double bed, got two single beds. They joined them together and tried giving me 2 single duvets.. the room smelt of cigarette smoke, the tv on the wall was hung at an angle. Check in at 3, to be told my room was unavailable and that they were placing me into another hotel, ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Pullman Riga Old Town (Renovated 2025)
"Brilliant friendly staff, the hotel was in a fantastic location, everything was walkable. Would stay again without hesitation"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Eurostars Metropole
"When I had breakfast on the first day, there was no fruit, I have filed a complaint about this. Fortunately, The manager in charge took appropriate action. After that, there was no inconvenience."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Monte Kristo Hotel
"Good"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Riga
Centrs
Centrs is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Latvian Art Museum and Skonto Stadium while in the area.
Kipsala
Spas, historical sites and river views highlight some of the notable features of Kipsala. Make a stop by Kipsala International Exhibition Centre while you're exploring.
Agenskalns
Unique features of Agenskalns include the river views and historical sites. Make a stop by Uzvaras Park or Victory Monument while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
Tornkalns
You'll enjoy the museums and shopping in Tornkalns. You might want to make time for a stop at National Library of Latvia or Riga Plaza Shopping Center.
