Title: Vidzeme Travel Guide: Best of Vidzeme, Latvia Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Vidzeme](https://expedia.co.uk/Vidzeme-Hotels.d3000665334.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Vidzeme](https://expedia.co.uk/Vidzeme-Holiday-Rentals.d3000665334.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Vidzeme](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Vidzeme.d3000665334.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Vidzeme](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Vidzeme.d3000665334.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Vidzeme Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Vidzeme.d3000665334.Car-Hire-Guide)[Vidzeme Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Vidzeme.d3000665334.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Vidzeme Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Vidzeme](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77735-St-Peters-Church.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![House of the Blackheads featuring heritage elements and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77701-House-Of-The-Blackheads.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![St. Peter\'s Church featuring a bridge, landscape views and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77739-St-Peters-Church.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Riga Central Market showing shopping and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77712-Riga-Food-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Latvian Art Museum showing heritage architecture and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77696-Latvian-National-Museum-Of-Art.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Vidzeme Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Vidzeme ![Old Town showing heritage architecture and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77686-Old-Town.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Three Brothers and Small Guild Hall while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Riga-Old-Town-Riga.dx6170999) ![Latvian Art Museum showing a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77694-Latvian-National-Museum-Of-Art.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Centrs 4.5/5(135 area reviews) Centrs is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Cathedral of Christ's Nativity and Skonto Stadium while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Riga-Centrs.dx6171000) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Avoti Avoti is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can plan an outing to Galleria Riga Shopping Center and Cathedral of Christ's Nativity while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Riga-Avoti.dx3000661864) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Skanste Travellers like the shopping in Skanste, and Arena Riga is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Riga-Skanste.dx3000661890) ![Riga Central Market showing interior views and shopping](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77711-Riga-Food-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Riga-Maskavas-Forstate.dx3000661880) ![Riga featuring heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77682-Riga.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Vidzeme Suburb 2/5(1 area review) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Riga-Vidzeme-Suburb.dx3000661859) - Top hotels in Vidzeme - Top Holiday Rentals in Vidzeme ![Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30620000/30612300/30612276/a358ea11_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel 11\. Novembra Krastmala, 33 Riga £51 15 Jan - 16 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,082 reviews) Everything was perfect. Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F01%2F2026&endDate=16%2F01%2F2026&selected=30612276&PinnedHotelID=30612276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000665334) ![Wellton Riga Hotel & SPA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11120000/11117500/11117489/w6341h4228x0y0-77a4775d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wellton Riga Hotel & SPA Valnu street 49 Riga £42 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Riga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) Clean hotel, friendly staff and great location. Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=11117489&PinnedHotelID=11117489&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000665334) ![Konventa Sēta Hotel Keystone Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/480000/478900/478854/a02f9d49_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Konventa Sēta Hotel Keystone Collection Kaleju Str 9/11 Riga £57 26 Jan - 27 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Riga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (641 reviews) The hotel is a collection of buildings. In our case, it implied a short walk outside to get to the restaurant for breakfast or to the reception. And there was no elevator. Minor issues largely outweighed by the spacious room, great location and helpful staff. Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F01%2F2026&endDate=27%2F01%2F2026&selected=478854&PinnedHotelID=478854&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000665334) [See all 652 properties in Vidzeme](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=15%2F01%2F2026&endDate=16%2F01%2F2026®ionId=3000665334) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![aparthotel Amella](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87360000/87357200/87357147/37c0ca64_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### aparthotel Amella Emilijas Benjaminas Iela 8 Riga Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Riga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Latvian Academy of Sciences and ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (114 reviews) Perfect location for general market (I. Zeppelin hangers) and the ghetto museum. Short walk to the old town and Christmas market. The bus from the airport (number 22) stops very near hotel and costs 3 euro for 2 people - bargain. Hotel was stylish and clean. Staff friendly would recommend Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Riga-Hotels-Aparthotel-Amella.h87357147.Hotel-Information) ![RIGAAPARTMENT ELIZABETES 22 Aparthotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100490000/100483100/100483007/d77e92a1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### RIGAAPARTMENT ELIZABETES 22 Aparthotel 22 Elizabetes iela Riga Stay at this aparthotel in Riga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, cable TV channels and an in-room espresso maker. Popular attractions Berg's Bazaar and Vermanes Garden are ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (74 reviews) Clean room comfortable bed convenient for sights Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Riga-Hotels-RIGAAPARTMENT-ELIZABETES-22-Aparthotel.h100483007.Hotel-Information) ![Aparthotel Aurum](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120200000/120199300/120199272/46e5f3a6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aparthotel Aurum 113 Dzirnavu iela Rīga Stay at this aparthotel in Riga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Berg's Bazaar and Palladium are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews) Perfect for a quick weekend away. Little kitchenette with kettle, fridge and microwave. Great heating and warm in the winter. Great shower water pressure too. Front of house staff very welcoming and helpful. Would stay again. Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Riga-Hotels-Aparthotel-Aurum.h120199272.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Vidzeme](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=3000665334&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Vidzeme hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000665334&startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15)[14 Jan - 15 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000665334&startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000665334&startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16)[15 Jan - 16 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000665334&startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000665334&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026)[16 Jan - 18 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000665334&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000665334&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026)[23 Jan - 25 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000665334&startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Old Town featuring dining out, night scenes and outdoor eating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77690-Old-Town.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Riga-Cathedral-Old-Town-Riga.d6062703.Attraction) ![Riga Central Market featuring street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77707-Riga-Food-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Riga-Central-Market-Old-Town-Riga.d6062765.Attraction) ![House of the Blackheads featuring street scenes and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77698-House-Of-The-Blackheads.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/House-Of-The-Blackheads-Old-Town-Riga.d6062741.Attraction) ![St. Peter's Church](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77672-Riga.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Peters-Church-Old-Town-Riga.d6062707.Attraction) ![Gauja National Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/c0423620b82015d9562ece90a9316db9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gauja National Park Explore the great outdoors at Gauja National Park, a lovely green space in Sigulda. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gauja-National-Park-Sigulda.d6117756.Attraction) ![Three Brothers](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/78dd5e06bc7fa76536f794f824c15d70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Three-Brothers-Old-Town-Riga.d6062723.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Riga Old Town walking tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1043231/494d99af-2ed1-425a-9e15-85c67ad3499c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Riga Old Town walking tour £13 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/riga-old-town-walking-tour.a1043231.activity-details) ![5 Hour Shared Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46221573/093eca34-3d5e-424a-84fd-36b50ecc6f8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 5,5 Hour Small Group Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga £65 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/5.a46221573.activity-details) ![Riga: Central Market Traditional Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48316272/3758ce1f-c548-4e4e-88b6-0129d56d2d90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Riga: Central Market Traditional Food Tour in a Small Group £39 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/riga-central-market-traditional-food-tour-in-a-small-group.a48316272.activity-details) ![Panorama Riga top view of Riga City](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50079158/a8b46296-d92c-4bb9-87ae-f0f056db141f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Panorama Riga top view of Riga City £7 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/panorama-riga-top-view-of-riga-city.a50079158.activity-details) ![Picture 4 for Activity Riga Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Klaipeda](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46352063/287be14b-7ae5-44d8-88d2-beb7aa3b0bf1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Riga Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Klaipeda £31 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/riga-airport-bus-transfer-tofrom-klaipeda.a46352063.activity-details) ![Gothic Spires to Guilds Riga Old Town Self Guided Walk with App](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49648893/1340e057-b79e-4611-8399-67428371ed93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gothic Spires to Guilds Riga Old Town Self Guided Walk with App £4 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/gothic-spires-to-guilds-riga-old-town-self-guided-walk-with-app.a49648893.activity-details) [See all activities in Vidzeme](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Vidzeme.d3000665334.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Vidzeme ![Riga](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77672-Riga.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Riga ![Photo by Olivia-Petra Coman](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/32cb83e1423de15c111b576877195dc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Jurmala ![Photo by Maruta Powdrell](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/5d1ba8ae25a2336aa537b03862319a0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cesvaine ![Photo by Always Wanderlust (Adonis V.)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/926fd00cab7e14f8da88e1dd8b2904e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Straupe - Cities near Vidzeme - Places of interest [Riga](https://expedia.co.uk/Riga.dx6056778)[Jurmala](https://expedia.co.uk/Jurmala.dx602212)[Cesvaine](https://expedia.co.uk/Cesvaine.dx6289479)[Garkalne](https://expedia.co.uk/Garkalne.dx6342953)[Malpils](https://expedia.co.uk/Malpils.dx6347835)[Zvejniekciems](https://expedia.co.uk/Zvejniekciems.dx3000025407)[Vangaži](https://expedia.co.uk/Vangazi.dx3000025432)[Tūja](https://expedia.co.uk/Tuja.dx3000025451)[Straupe](https://expedia.co.uk/Straupe.dx3000025462)[Skulte](https://expedia.co.uk/Skulte.dx3000025471)[Rūjiena](https://expedia.co.uk/Rujiena.dx3000025488)[Ranka](https://expedia.co.uk/Ranka.dx3000025502)[Ragana](https://expedia.co.uk/Ragana.dx3000025506)[Priekuļi](https://expedia.co.uk/Priekuli.dx3000025511)[Prauliena](https://expedia.co.uk/Prauliena.dx3000025514)[Murjāņi](https://expedia.co.uk/Murjani.dx3000025536)[Matīši](https://expedia.co.uk/Matisi.dx3000025550)[Lilaste](https://expedia.co.uk/Lilaste.dx3000025559) - [Riga Central Market ](https://expedia.co.uk/Riga-Central-Market-Old-Town-Riga.d6062765.Attraction) - 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