Guidebook for Riga

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Guidebook for Riga

Neighborhoods

Old Town Riga, with its narrow cobblestone streets, not only features gorgeous Medieval-era buildings but unique sacral structures as well.
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Vecrīga
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Old Town Riga, with its narrow cobblestone streets, not only features gorgeous Medieval-era buildings but unique sacral structures as well.
Alberta Street is the Art Nouveau epicentre of Riga, as magnificent historical Art Nouveau buildings are located along the entire length thereof. Eight of them have been recognised as architectural monuments of state significance.
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Albert Street
10 Alberta iela
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Alberta Street is the Art Nouveau epicentre of Riga, as magnificent historical Art Nouveau buildings are located along the entire length thereof. Eight of them have been recognised as architectural monuments of state significance.
Mezaparks is one of the most beautiful, greenest, and also one of the most prestigious neighbourhoods in Riga, as well as a popular recreation area.
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Mežaparks
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Mezaparks is one of the most beautiful, greenest, and also one of the most prestigious neighbourhoods in Riga, as well as a popular recreation area.

City/town information

Jurmala, a seaside city and resort in Latvia, is well known for its natural resources - curative mud, mineral waters and pine forest.
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Jūrmala
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Jurmala, a seaside city and resort in Latvia, is well known for its natural resources - curative mud, mineral waters and pine forest.

Arts & Culture

The collection of the largest art museum in Latvia comprises more than 52 thousand works by Baltic and Russian painters and sculptors. The building of the Latvian National Museum of Art is a national architectural monument and is one of the most impressive historical buildings within the Riga avenue circle.
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拉脫維亞國家藝術博物館
1 Jaņa Rozentāla laukums
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The collection of the largest art museum in Latvia comprises more than 52 thousand works by Baltic and Russian painters and sculptors. The building of the Latvian National Museum of Art is a national architectural monument and is one of the most impressive historical buildings within the Riga avenue circle.
Zuzeum is a relatively new art center in Riga and home to the Zuzāni family collection. With more than twenty thousand works of art of different genres, the Zuzāni collection is the largest private Latvian art collection in the world.
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Zuzeum
101 Lāčplēša iela
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Zuzeum is a relatively new art center in Riga and home to the Zuzāni family collection. With more than twenty thousand works of art of different genres, the Zuzāni collection is the largest private Latvian art collection in the world.
Visit Riga Motor Museum to see the largest and most diverse collection of antique motor vehicles in the Baltics and listen to exciting stories about them.
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里加汽車博物館
8 Sergeja Eizenšteina iela
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Visit Riga Motor Museum to see the largest and most diverse collection of antique motor vehicles in the Baltics and listen to exciting stories about them.
The Art Museum Riga Bourse stores the largest collection of foreign art in Baltic States. The collection was started by Riga’s council members, mayors and traders in 19 century. Now museum offers international exhibitions and wide spectrum of culture and arts events.
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里加Birza美術館
6 Doma laukums
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The Art Museum Riga Bourse stores the largest collection of foreign art in Baltic States. The collection was started by Riga’s council members, mayors and traders in 19 century. Now museum offers international exhibitions and wide spectrum of culture and arts events.
Taking in one of the productions at the Latvian National Opera and Ballet, you can expect top-class classical opera, modern opera and ballet performances, children’s operas and original Latvian productions. The grandiose building was unveiled in 1863, and was originally constructed and utilized as the Riga City Theater building according to the design of architect Ludwig Bohnstedt (St Petersburg).
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拉脫維亞國家歌劇院
3 Aspazijas bulvāris
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Taking in one of the productions at the Latvian National Opera and Ballet, you can expect top-class classical opera, modern opera and ballet performances, children’s operas and original Latvian productions. The grandiose building was unveiled in 1863, and was originally constructed and utilized as the Riga City Theater building according to the design of architect Ludwig Bohnstedt (St Petersburg).
The new library building houses a modern information centre and ample space for cultural and social events, offering one and all multi-themed reading rooms and access to rare books and audio/video recordings besides the usual printed matter.
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National Library of Latvia
3 Mūkusalas iela
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The new library building houses a modern information centre and ample space for cultural and social events, offering one and all multi-themed reading rooms and access to rare books and audio/video recordings besides the usual printed matter.
The Riga Art Nouveau Centre is one of the youngest museums in Riga. After a thorough inspection of the premises, the authentic interiors of 1903 were recreated in the apartment, so visitors could discover Art Nouveau at its fullest, from home planning to the minute details, such as door and window handles.
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里加Jugendstila中心
12 Alberta iela
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The Riga Art Nouveau Centre is one of the youngest museums in Riga. After a thorough inspection of the premises, the authentic interiors of 1903 were recreated in the apartment, so visitors could discover Art Nouveau at its fullest, from home planning to the minute details, such as door and window handles.
A Bohemian style arts & crafts and music centre, a venue for outdoor concerts all year round, as well as a place for contemporary art exhibitions and events for families with children. The Kalnciema Quarter is also known for the very popular fairs where local craftsmen and farmers sell their products.
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卡爾恩齊馬區
35 Kalnciema Iela
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A Bohemian style arts & crafts and music centre, a venue for outdoor concerts all year round, as well as a place for contemporary art exhibitions and events for families with children. The Kalnciema Quarter is also known for the very popular fairs where local craftsmen and farmers sell their products.

Sightseeing

Latvian Academy of Sciences observation deck offers Riga guests and local residents to have a breathtaking view of Riga's Old Town and the Daugava River from the building's 17th-floor balcony at the height of 65 metres.
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拉脫維亞科學院觀景台
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Latvian Academy of Sciences observation deck offers Riga guests and local residents to have a breathtaking view of Riga's Old Town and the Daugava River from the building's 17th-floor balcony at the height of 65 metres.
Riga’s tallest church with a tower offering a breathtaking view of the red roofs of Old Town, the modern part of the city, Riga Bay and the Daugava River with its large port.
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聖伯多祿教堂
1 Reformācijas Laukums
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Riga’s tallest church with a tower offering a breathtaking view of the red roofs of Old Town, the modern part of the city, Riga Bay and the Daugava River with its large port.
Riga Central Market is situated in the heart of Riga, a few hundred meters from Old Town on the banks of the River Daugava. It is not only one of the largest marketplaces in Eastern Europe in area, but also one of the most visited. Architecturally-imposing food pavilions, built in the 1920s, are Riga Central Market’s calling card. Originally used as military airship hangars, they were later transformed into market venues.
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Riga Central Market
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Riga Central Market is situated in the heart of Riga, a few hundred meters from Old Town on the banks of the River Daugava. It is not only one of the largest marketplaces in Eastern Europe in area, but also one of the most visited. Architecturally-imposing food pavilions, built in the 1920s, are Riga Central Market’s calling card. Originally used as military airship hangars, they were later transformed into market venues.
The promenade on the right side of the Daugava River stretches from Old Town all the way to the Ķengarags suburb of Riga. An excellent place where one can be near the water and enjoy a stroll.
Spīķeru promenāde
Ģenerāļa Radziņa krastmala
The promenade on the right side of the Daugava River stretches from Old Town all the way to the Ķengarags suburb of Riga. An excellent place where one can be near the water and enjoy a stroll.
Vērmanes Garden Park is Riga's second oldest public park; the numerous benches are always occupied by Rigans and visitors to the city, the historic open-air stage features various concerts, and children have fun on the park's playground.
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維爾馬內斯公園
2D Tērbatas iela
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Vērmanes Garden Park is Riga's second oldest public park; the numerous benches are always occupied by Rigans and visitors to the city, the historic open-air stage features various concerts, and children have fun on the park's playground.

Food scene

Unique gastronomic journey through Pan-Asian cuisine - exploring Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese and Chinese traditional dishes, as well as a bouquet of flavours from Argentina, Peru and America. Unique interior, design and food preparation techniques.
Nomad
42 Dzirnavu iela
Unique gastronomic journey through Pan-Asian cuisine - exploring Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese and Chinese traditional dishes, as well as a bouquet of flavours from Argentina, Peru and America. Unique interior, design and food preparation techniques.
The top-notch restaurant, which is among the 30 best new restaurants in Europe - is “Chef’s Corner”. It is located in the midst of all the beautiful Art Nouveau buildings in the Quiet centre. This restaurant is especially proud of its high-quality steaks, however, vegetarians will also find dishes suitable to their taste.
Chef's Corner
5 Jeruzalemes iela
The top-notch restaurant, which is among the 30 best new restaurants in Europe - is “Chef’s Corner”. It is located in the midst of all the beautiful Art Nouveau buildings in the Quiet centre. This restaurant is especially proud of its high-quality steaks, however, vegetarians will also find dishes suitable to their taste.
Experience exquisite flavours in a relaxed atmosphere in the restaurant “JOHN”. In the summer there is a roof terrace to enjoy an exclusive view of Riga’s oldest park - Viesturdarzs.
Restorāns John
22 Ausekļa iela
Experience exquisite flavours in a relaxed atmosphere in the restaurant “JOHN”. In the summer there is a roof terrace to enjoy an exclusive view of Riga’s oldest park - Viesturdarzs.
A cafe where it's a Fish Day – every day! The menu reflects the all-time favorite seafood and fish dishes, both local and international.
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Zivju lete
41 Dzirnavu iela
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A cafe where it's a Fish Day – every day! The menu reflects the all-time favorite seafood and fish dishes, both local and international.
Andaluzijas Suns is a modern café & bar for all tastes and is located in the heart of the city – charming place Berga Bazars. Cosy, contemporary rooms and a spacious outdoor terrace opened during the summer season and warm months.
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Andalūzijas Suns
83 Elizabetes iela
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Andaluzijas Suns is a modern café & bar for all tastes and is located in the heart of the city – charming place Berga Bazars. Cosy, contemporary rooms and a spacious outdoor terrace opened during the summer season and warm months.
Great food & architecture vibes in the Art Nouveau district
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SNATCH
39 Elizabetes iela
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Great food & architecture vibes in the Art Nouveau district
20 bagel types will delight both meat and fish lovers and vegetarians and vegans.
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Big Bad Bagels
8 Baznīcas iela
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20 bagel types will delight both meat and fish lovers and vegetarians and vegans.
Burgers are all about meat. That freshly ground, unfrozen boo's special blend is made of wet-aged Latvian beef. Best burgers in town!
boo / the burger, ēstuve
Burgers are all about meat. That freshly ground, unfrozen boo's special blend is made of wet-aged Latvian beef. Best burgers in town!
PEPPO’s - Contemporary Neapolitan Pizzeria
Best Pizzeria in Latvia
Fresh pasta & tiramisu
LET ENZO OUT
Fresh pasta & tiramisu

Breakfast & Coffee

A la carte breakfast and lunch. Gluten free, lactose free and vegan options available. Healthy take away sandwiches, salads, smoothies.
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Mr Fox
34A Dzirnavu iela
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A la carte breakfast and lunch. Gluten free, lactose free and vegan options available. Healthy take away sandwiches, salads, smoothies.
Great spot for a speciality coffees lovers.
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Rocket Bean Roastery (Dzirnavu)
39 Dzirnavu iela
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Great spot for a speciality coffees lovers.
Famous for sourdough bakery made with long fermentation, baked daily at 5 am. Plus marvelous croissants, pastries and cookies.
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Mīkla
42 Dzirnavu iela
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Famous for sourdough bakery made with long fermentation, baked daily at 5 am. Plus marvelous croissants, pastries and cookies.
Specialty coffee shops and signature bakery in Riga
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Kalve Espresso Room
38 Stabu iela
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Specialty coffee shops and signature bakery in Riga
Breakfast every day
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La Kanna
5 Tērbatas iela
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Breakfast every day

Entertainment & Activities with kids

The largest playground in Riga. Its design was inspired by the cityscape - here one can find the Old Town, as well as the towers of Pārdaugava. During the summertime, a water fountain offers a splash of refreshment. The park is suitable for pre-school children as well as older kids. There is also a spacious and well-equipped skatepark on site.
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Central Sports District
116A Krišjāņa Barona iela
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The largest playground in Riga. Its design was inspired by the cityscape - here one can find the Old Town, as well as the towers of Pārdaugava. During the summertime, a water fountain offers a splash of refreshment. The park is suitable for pre-school children as well as older kids. There is also a spacious and well-equipped skatepark on site.
The Riga Zoo is located in the Riga suburb Mežaparks - a pine forest on the shores of Lake Ķīšezers. Behind the entrance gate, built in 1912, there are more than 3,000 animals from various different continents.
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里加國家動物園
1 Meža prospekts
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The Riga Zoo is located in the Riga suburb Mežaparks - a pine forest on the shores of Lake Ķīšezers. Behind the entrance gate, built in 1912, there are more than 3,000 animals from various different continents.
Cinema & Amusement park for kids
Apollo Skypark
3 Ieriķu iela
Cinema & Amusement park for kids