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As a solo Latina wanderluster exploring the Baltics with my travel buddy, I was utterly charmed by Riga, Latvia’s stunning Old Town and lively food scene during our quick 3 day stopover. Eager to make the most of our short visit, we packed our weekend itinerary with the best of Riga in 3 days: eat, play, enjoy. This included the must-see candy-colored buildings, towering Riga Cathedral, mouthwatering black balsam cocktails, hearty Latvian fare, and a cozy hostel overflowing with fellow backpackers.
Here’s how we made the best of this Baltic beauty in just 3 days!
Plan Your Best of Riga in 3 Days Visit
 Flight |  Stay |  Do |  Drive |
| Skyscanner | Agoda | GetYourGuide | Rentalcars.com |
Riga Travel Tips
| Money Accepted: | Credit cards are accepted in most places with many ATMs available if you do need cash. | ||
| Safety In Riga: | If these two chicas, one being Latina and the other Italian, could safely explore the lively streets of Riga without any problems as tourists, then you can too. | ||
| Friendly To Tourists/Latinas: | Contrary to rumors about unfriendly locals in Riga, our experience proved the opposite. | ||
| Length Of Stay: | To explore Riga exclusively, I would recommend 2 – 3 days and adding more days if you wish to explore more cities around Riga including the coast. | ||
| Additional Tips: | No shoes inside hostel English is spoken less than in Lithuania as Russia is their second language. |
Ways To Get Around Riga
| Walk | Given the size of the city, it is very easy to explore on foot. |
| Bus | There are many local bus’ in Riga that operate around the city and to other nearby cities, such as Sigulda. These can easily be paid via card or cash and grabbed from the central bus station or around the city. |
| Car Rental | Depending on the number in your group and if you want to explore beyond Riga, then I would suggest considering renting a car. Book your car rental. |
Top 10 Things To Do in Riga
As a Latina blogger exploring Riga with my friend, let me highlight some key attractions from our quick weekend trip. I learned about the history on the excellent Alternative Free Walking Tour and admired the Instagram-worthy art nouveau architecture along Albert Street. Don’t miss my full travel guide for more must-sees from our action-packed 3 days in lovely Riga below!
3 Days of Food in Riga
Check out the top food and drink recommendations spanning from different experiences, settings and prices that I’d recommend during a 3-day trip in Riga from. Such as hearty and affordable Latvian fare in a the casual cafeteria setting of LIDO to the medieval pharmacy-themed BLACK MAGIC BAR, known for its wide selection of balsam-inspired cocktails and truffles
Read the full list of Riga restaurants and bars suggestion in 3 Days of Food in Riga
Where to Rest In Riga
| Tree House Hostel Tree House Hostel is a quiet hostel across 2 floors of a building in the old town of Riga. Clean, nice kitchen, laundry facilities and a good option to get a good night’s sleep. We opted to extend our stay and base ourselves here while doing day trips throughout Latvia. Check rates and book the Tree House Hostel |
Bonus Latvia Content
- Riga Attraction Google Map & Guide
- Latvia Latina Foodie Guide
- Walk Latvia’s Therapeutic Barefoot Trail
- Best of Riga In 3 Days: Eat, Play, Enjoy
- Sigulda: Riga’s Day Trip Gem
- Latina’s Handbook To Exploring the Baltics
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