What to do in Vidzeme

Activities, attractions and tours

Pieriga showing landscape views, a river or creek and a city
House of the Blackheads featuring heritage elements and street scenes
St. Peter\'s Church featuring a bridge, landscape views and a river or creek
Riga Central Market showing shopping and interior views
Latvian Art Museum showing heritage architecture and street scenes

Vidzeme Attractions

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Places of interest in Vidzeme

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Vidzeme attractions

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What to do in Vidzeme

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
Beautiful view of riga

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 Cathedral
European Christmas market in winter Riga in Latvia. Winter. Late at evening. Street and holiday fair in European city Advent Decoration with Crafts Items on Bazaar

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.

Riga Christmas Market
House of the Blackheads featuring street scenes and heritage architecture

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 stunning cathedral and shops in this culturally rich area.

House of the Blackheads
St. Peter\'s Church featuring a city and landscape views

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
home three brothers in Riga, Latvia

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.

Three Brothers
Turaida Castle with Gauja river in background, Latvia

Turaida Castle

After visiting Turaida Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sigulda. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's countryside.

Turaida Castle
Town Hall featuring outdoor eating, cafe lifestyle and a square or plaza

Town Hall

Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Riga, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Town Hall
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

Explore areas of Vidzeme

Old Town showing heritage architecture and street scenes

Old Town Riga

4.5/5(240 area reviews)

Ancient churches, a presidential home and the remains of a medieval defensive wall make a stroll through the historical center of Riga a stimulating adventure.

Old Town Riga
Latvian Art Museum showing a statue or sculpture

Centrs

4.5/5(135 area reviews)

Centrs is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Freedom Monument and Latvian National Opera while in the area.

Centrs
🏙️Riga Skyline - Riga - Latvia🇱🇻 📷Nikon D750 - ISO 250 - 24-120mm lens f4G ED VR - 78mm - f/5,6 1/80 sec From left to right: ⛪Riga Cathedral (Latvian: Rīgas Doms). In 1211 the Livonian Bishop Albert of Riga ordered to build this cathedral near the River Daugava. It is considered the largest medieval🛡️ church⛪ in the Baltic States. It is commonly called the Dome Cathedral, a tautology as the word “Dome” comes from the German “Dom” meaning “cathedral”. It is known for its Rooster🐓 or weathercock. ⛪St. Peter’s Church (Latvian: Svētā Pētera Evaņģēliski luteriskā baznīca). The first mention of this church dates from 1209, it was built of masonry🧱 construction🏗️ and therefore undamaged by a city fire🔥 in Riga that year. The construction and the history of the church can be divided into 3️⃣ distinct building styles. Two of them associated with Gothic and Romanesque styles and the third with the early Baroque style. It is also known for its Rooster🐓 or weathercock. ⛪Spire of St. Saviour's Anglican Church (Latvian:Anglikāņu Sv. Pestītāja baznīca). It is Anglican church⛪, located in the north of the old town centre. The foundation stone was laid in 1857 and the church⛪ was dedicated on 26 July 1859. During the Soviet occupation the church had not use, and in 1973 it became the home of Riga Polytechnic Institute student club👨‍👨‍👧‍👧. In 1991, after latvian independence, and English-speaking congregation🛐 was again formed. 🏛️Riga City Council Tower (Latvian: Rīgas Dome). The original building was destroyed💥 during the Second World War⚔️, the current building is a true copy of the original built in 17th century neo-classical style. ❓Did you know born that that the modern denim jean that is worn by people all over the world was first invented by a Latvian-Jewish tailor and American immigrant – Jacob. W. Davis

Maskavas Forstate

Historical sites, bars and shopping are just a few things travellers enjoy about Maskavas Forstate. Check out Latvian Academy of Sciences or Riga Central Market while you're exploring the area.

Maskavas Forstate
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Avoti

Avoti is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can plan an outing to Palladium and Origo Shopping Centre while you're in town.

Avoti
Low prospective of the railway bridge in Riga, capitol of Latvia. Shooted during the sunrise, the river was frozen and colours of the sky are reflecting on the snow #riga #latvia #longexposure #travelphotography

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 Golden Bowling Center while you're exploring the area.

Zemgale Suburb
Water tower "Gray Alice", Riga

Agenskalns

4/5(8 area reviews)

Unique features of Agenskalns include the river views and historical sites. Make a stop by Golden Bowling Center or Uzvaras Park while you're exploring the area.

Agenskalns

 

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Day trip destinations from Vidzeme

St. Peter\'s Church featuring a city and landscape views

Riga

Panoramic view of Baltic sea coast. View of coniferous forest with pine trees and blue sea. Panorama of north Europe landscape.

Jurmala

Renovation in progres (after fire damage)

Cesvaine

Lielstraupe Castle is a castle in the historical region of Vidzeme, in northern Latvia. #latvia Random discoveries like this is only possible when you drive around the European country-side: http://alwayswanderlust.com/why-you-should-tour-europe-with-eurodrive/

Straupe