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 walkable area.
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.
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.
Three Brothers
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.
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
Very good
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Pullman Riga Old Town (Renovated 2025)
Amazing location, clean and lovely rooms, great ambience and the pool and sauna phenomenal. Lots of nice bars and restaurants as well as being right at the old town.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Konventa Sēta Hotel Keystone Collection
Superb location, helpful staff, excellent room, can’t fault it. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Hotel Justus
Nice hotel in the heart of old town Riga
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Wellton Riga Hotel & SPA
Issue with Spa as children were in and had a snorkel which is completely unacceptable given this was paid for and should have been a relaxing environment- it was spoilt the whole experience.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Wellton Centrum Hotel & Spa
The hotel is very well located in Riga's old town. Nice clean and quiet room with all that you need. The staff was extremely nice and helpful. The breakfast was above and beyond. The SPA is a great addition to your stay. Take advantage of it. Also, they have a nice restaurant with nice food and polite ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 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 Galleria Riga Shopping Center 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 Latvian Railway History Museum or Uzvaras Park while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
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.
