What's Old Town Riga Like?
There's a lot visitors like about Old Town Riga, especially its shops and historical sites. Make sure to enjoy this romantic neighborhood's great restaurants. Take in some culture at Powder Tower and Latvian National Opera. There's plenty more to see, including Riga Cathedral and Three Brothers.
How to Get to Old Town Riga
Flying to:
- Riga International Airport (RIX), 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Old Town Riga
Things to See and Do in and around Old Town Riga
What to See in Old Town Riga
- Riga Cathedral
- Three Brothers
- Town Hall
- Riga Castle
- House of the Blackheads
Things to Do in Old Town Riga
- Riga Christmas Market
- Latvian National Opera
- Riga Central Market
- Occupation Museum
- Latvian National Theatre
Other Popular Old Town Riga Attractions
- St. Peter's Church
- Powder Tower
- St John's Church
- Cathedral Square
- Small Guild Hall
When Is the Best Time to Visit Riga?
- Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 62°F)
- Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 30°F)
- Rainiest months: August, July, October, September (average 3 inches of rainfall)