Plavnieki 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

4.5/5(142 reviews)

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

4/5(111 reviews)

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

4.5/5(50 reviews)

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

4.5/5(102 reviews)

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

4/5(90 reviews)

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

4/5(129 reviews)

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

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

฿98
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom
Riga Sightseeing Tour by Canal Boat

Riga Sightseeing Tour by Canal Boat with Audioguide

฿486
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Riga Sightseeing Tour by Canal Boat with Audioguide
Full Day Tour Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska Castle

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

฿4,861
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

฿1,122
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

฿1,683
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

฿262
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Riga: Entrance Ticket - House of the Black Heads
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Top hotels in Plavnieki

Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel

Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel

5 out of 5
11. Novembra Krastmala, 33, Riga
The price is ฿3,014 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿3,014
฿3,443 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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! (1,008 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 10 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 ฿3,827 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿3,827
฿4,354 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
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! (1,012 reviews)
"Nice stay, will recommend"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga
Opera Hotel

Opera Hotel

4 out of 5
33 Raina Blvd, Riga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,331 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
฿2,331
฿2,678 total
15 Sept - 16 Sept
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! (996 reviews)
"Television was too small."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Opera Hotel
Wellton Centrum Hotel & Spa

Wellton Centrum Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
33 Kaleju Street, Riga
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,958 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
฿2,958
฿3,380 total
15 Sept - 16 Sept
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)
"Spacious, nice spa"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Wellton Centrum Hotel & Spa
Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel

Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel

4.5 out of 5
73 Elizabetes Street, Riga
The price is ฿3,725 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿3,725
฿4,240 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (997 reviews)
Nice and spacious rooms, good location
"Nice and spacious rooms, good location"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel
Wellton Riga Hotel & SPA

Wellton Riga Hotel & SPA

4 out of 5
Valnu street 49, Riga
The price is ฿3,219 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
฿3,219
฿3,673 total
16 Sept - 17 Sept
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"We have stayed in this hotel many times. It’s always great experience at a great price. This time I lower rating due to the room we stayed at - it was number 325 and right next to it there is a heavy metal door leading to cleaning staff’s storage and an elevator. So everyday at around 7am they start ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Wellton Riga Hotel & SPA
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Other neighbourhoods around Plavnieki

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Darzciems

Darzciems might not have many top sights, but Riga Radio and TV Tower and Riga Central Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Darzciems
Riga Central Market showing interior views and shopping

Latgale Suburb

3/5(6 area reviews)

Latgale Suburb is noteworthy for its churches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Riga Central Market and Latvian Academy of Sciences.

Latgale Suburb
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Purvciems

While there might not be top attractions in Purvciems, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Galleria Riga Shopping Center and Arena Riga.

Purvciems
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Teika

Teika is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Domina Shopping Center and Alfa Shopping Center.

Teika
Riga Central Market showing interior views and shopping

Maskavas Forstate

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

Maskavas Forstate
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Grizinkalns

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Grizinkalns and you might want to plan a stop by Galleria Riga Shopping Center and Arena Riga while you're in the area.

Grizinkalns

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