Skanste Travel Guide
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 Skanste
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
Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga
"The location is fantastic"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel
"This is not the 1st time that I stay in this beautiful Hotel , staff are wonderful, the Hotel mint , Location Great so if you can afford staying here you will never regret . Bravo to Radisson Elizabeth."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Konventa Sēta Hotel Keystone Collection
"This is overall a nice hotel in the middle of Riga's Old Town, so very well located. We got a nice spacious apartment separated from the main entrance, as the hotel is spread over several buildings. Staff was very helpful. One minor down point, the window blackouts are very deficient. I like to sleep ..."
Reviewed on 26 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
Other neighbourhoods around Skanste
Brasa
You'll appreciate the historical sites during your time in Brasa and you might want to plan a stop by Arena Riga and Olympic Sports Centre while you're in the area.
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.
Grizinkalns
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Grizinkalns and you might want to plan a stop by Corner House KGB Museum and Olympic Sports Centre while you're in 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.
Vidzeme Suburb
Unique features of Vidzeme Suburb include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Arena Riga or Alberta Iela while you're exploring the area.
Old Town Riga
Travellers come to Old Town Riga for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Three Brothers and Town Hall while you're in town.
