In Riga, travellers can admire the diverse architecture of the city, and especially the art nouveau buildings. Riga has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site, thanks to the collection of art nouveau buildings – one of the largest in the world – as well as a city in which the architecture of its entire history from 1201 to the present day is reflected. It is also valued as a city with a unique collection of wooden buildings in its central section.
The cultural life in Riga is active. For example, the Dome Cathedral is renowned throughout the world for its acoustics and giant organ. It is worth attending one of the organ music concerts it offers. Various music festivals, from early music to opera and from jazz to rock, take place in Riga especially during the summer months. One can also visit a vast array of exciting museum exhibitions and contemporary art galleries in Riga.
Latvian (also Russian and English are widely spoken)
Local currency of Latvia is EURO
UTC +2h (seasonal time shift apply)
Mostly 9:00 to 18:00
1.3 km
1.5 km
112 – Any emergency
110 – Police
112 – Firefighters
113 – Medics
114 – Gas
The Riga Tourism Development Bureau
liveriga.com
Latvia’s official website by Latvian Institute
latvia.eu
Official Latvian Tourism Portal
latvia.travel
Free Riga City Guide made by locals
rigathisweek.lv
Baltic Travel Group – leading incoming tourism operator in Baltic countries
baltic.travel