Sampeteris Travel Guide

Riga

Popular places to visit

Riga Central Market featuring street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people

Riga Central Market

See why this huge market is affectionately known as Riga's belly when you browse hundreds of stalls for fresh produce and Latvian specialties.

Riga Central Market
Old Town featuring dining out, night scenes and outdoor eating

Riga Cathedral

Learn about the local history of Riga when you spend time at Riga Cathedral. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Riga Cathedral
House of the Blackheads featuring street scenes and heritage architecture

House of the Blackheads

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

House of the Blackheads
St. Peter's Church

St. Peter's Church

Riga's tallest church is dedicated to the city’s patron saint and is where you can see new artworks, watch a concert and enjoy great views of the Latvian capital.

St. Peter's Church
Three Brothers

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.

Three Brothers
Freedom Monument featuring a statue or sculpture and a monument

Freedom Monument

This large historic monument near Riga’s Old Town is a national shrine of great importance where public ceremonies are held.

Freedom Monument

Things to do

The Hill of Crosses

Tour from Riga - Vilnius via Bauska, Rundale, The Hill of Crosses

£83
per adult
Tour from Riga - Vilnius via Bauska, Rundale, The Hill of Crosses
Full Day Tour Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska Castle

2 countries! Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska castle

£114
per adult
2 countries! Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska castle
From Riga: Hill of Crosses and Jelgava Gems Tour

From Riga: Hill of Crosses and Jelgava Gems Tour

£26
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Riga: Hill of Crosses and Jelgava Gems Tour
Riga: Central Market Traditional Food Tour

Riga: Central Market Traditional Food Tour in a Small Group

£37
per adult
Riga: Central Market Traditional Food Tour in a Small Group
Riga: Entrance Ticket - House of the Black Heads

Riga: Entrance Ticket - House of the Black Heads

£6
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Riga: Entrance Ticket - House of the Black Heads
The Best Of Riga Walking Tour

The Best Of Riga Walking Tour

£356
per adult
The Best Of Riga Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Sampeteris

Rixwell Elefant Hotel

Rixwell Elefant Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Kalnciema Street 90, Riga
The price is £57 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
£57
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions SPICE and Botanisches Garten des Universitaets ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (996 reviews)
Excellent option not too far from the airport.
"Excellent option not too far from the airport and on the right side of town to avoid traffic in the morning. The area however doesn’t have too much to offer and it's a bit of a way from the centre. I experienced the bed as too hard but it might just have been me. The restaurant was excellent as was ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Rixwell Elefant Hotel
Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel

Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel

5 out of 5
11. Novembra Krastmala, 33, Riga
The price is £69 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£69
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
Great location, comfy bed, quiet room.
"The staff were helpful and the room was fine for a short overnight before catching an early flight. It is easy to reach on foot when arriving by bus and is well placed on the edge of OldTown very near the Central Market."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga

Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga

4.5 out of 5
55 Elizabetes Street, Riga
The price is £90 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£90
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"It was a nice experience overall, the place is clean, neat, and close to parks. The only bitter thing is I booked the tower and paid more to get a nice view but I was given 3rd floor which is like the basement even though there was empty rooms in higher floors, I know that because I asked another ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga
Opera Hotel

Opera Hotel

4 out of 5
33 Raina Blvd, Riga
The price is £75 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
£75
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Riga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Origo Shopping Centre and Latvian National ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"The only downside was non existent view from hotel room - it was to another wall literally two meters away. All the rest was great."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Opera Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Daugava Riga

Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Daugava Riga

4.5 out of 5
24 Kugu Street, Riga
The price is £74 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£74
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (996 reviews)
"Hotel is in a good location. If you happen to stay on the Riverside, you have great views of the city the buffet breakfast in the morning is outstanding probably the best buffet breakfast I’ve ever had at a hotel easily walkable to get into downtown Riga or you can take the shuttle across the bridge ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Daugava Riga
Wellton Centrum Hotel & Spa

Wellton Centrum Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
33 Kaleju Street, Riga
The price is £66 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
£66
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Riga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"City center location, very good breakfast. Excellent hotel for the price."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Wellton Centrum Hotel & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Sampeteris

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Zemgale Suburb

3.5/5(4 area reviews)

Unique features of Zemgale Suburb include the historical sites and river views. Make a stop by National Library of Latvia or SPICE while you're exploring the area.

Zemgale Suburb
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Agenskalns

4/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Agenskalns
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Kipsala

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Kipsala
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Imanta

When in Imanta, you can plan a visit to University of Latvia Botanical Garden and SPICE, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Imanta
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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.

Tornkalns
Old Town showing heritage architecture and street scenes

Old Town Riga

4.5/5(240 area reviews)

Travellers come to Old Town Riga for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Cathedral Square and Riga Cathedral while you're in town.

Old Town Riga

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