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Riga, Latvia
The Baltic's Art Nouveau capital, and a central meeting point between the three Baltic states.
- Siauliai International (SQQ)117 km
- Panevezys (PNV)135 km
Riga holds one of the largest collections of Art Nouveau architecture anywhere, concentrated in the streets just beyond its compact medieval old town, and sits roughly midway between Tallinn and Vilnius. It's the largest of the three Baltic capitals and a natural regional meeting point.
Best time to visit
May–September brings the mildest weather for walking the old town and Art Nouveau district.
Top attractions
- •Riga's Old Town (Vecrīga), a UNESCO World Heritage site
- •The Art Nouveau district along Alberta iela
- •The Riga Central Market, housed in former Zeppelin hangars
- •The House of the Blackheads on Town Hall Square
- •Riga Cathedral and its surrounding square
Practical tips
- •Bus route 22 connects Riga Airport (RIX) to the Old Town in about 30–45 minutes; a dedicated Rail Baltica rail link is under construction but not yet open.
- •Latvia uses the euro, and card payment is widely accepted, though smaller cafés in the old town may prefer cash.
- •Riga pairs easily with Tallinn or Vilnius by bus for a short multi-capital Baltic itinerary.
Frequently asked questions
What airport serves Riga?
Riga's main airport is Riga International Airport (RIX).
When is the best time to visit Riga?
May–September brings the mildest weather for walking the old town and Art Nouveau district.
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