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| Riga Travel Guide for backpackers |
the vibrant coastal capital of Latvia is big on nation-building, having recently emerged from years of communist oppression, music festivals, any reason is good enough to have one, photogenic castles and beautiful river valleys. With music, arts and crafts, folklore, dance and parades, there is always something going on.
Although the winters can be very harsh, they can be breathtakingly beautiful making Riga a skier’s paradise and the summers are warm and inviting.
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 DAILY BUDGET in RIGA - Surprisingly, travelling in Latvia can be expensive, with accommodation being at the top of the list. Overland transport is relatively cheap, but in order to try out the local food, nightlife and attractions, work on approximately US$56. |
Exploring - Although not a very pretty city, it does have a bustle about it. Taking the lift up to the spire of St Peter’s Church will give you an aerial view of the neighbourhood.
Castles - Now the home of the president of Latvia, take a stroll around the Riga Castle built in 1330 and then take in the lively central market which is housed in several World War 1 zeppelin hangars.
Museums - Another ‘must see’ is the Riga Motor Museum featuring cars that once belonged to Soviet luminaries such as Gorky, Stalin and Brezhnev.
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Ai Karamba – Pulkveza Brieza 2, this fun and funky cafe offers cheap hamburgers and the like. Very popular with the student population.
Trigger Fish – Smilsu 2, yes you’ve guest it – good old fish and chips at a reasonable price.
Dublin – Vagnera 16, yet another Irish pub serving wholesome food, with a great atmosphere.
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Aligators – Marijas 7, is one of the many clubs in town which features live shows as well as having a large dance floor.
Cetri Balti Krekli – Vecpilsetas iela 12, loud, buzzing and closes when the last guest leaves.
Deco Bar – Dzirnavu iela 84/1, this bar is very popular with all the ‘in’ types. Fun and funky, but watch the prices of the drinks.
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