Skanste

Riga

Popular places to visit

Riga Central Market featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Riga Central Market

See why this huge market is affectionately known as Riga's belly when you browse hundreds of stalls for fresh produce and Latvian specialties.

Riga Central Market
Old Town which includes night scenes, street scenes and dining out

Riga Cathedral

Learn about the local history of Riga when you take a trip to Riga Cathedral. Discover the acclaimed art scene and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Riga Cathedral
House of the Blackheads which includes heritage architecture and street scenes

House of the Blackheads

Learn about the local history of Riga with a stop at House of the Blackheads. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this culturally rich area.

House of the Blackheads
St. Peter's Church

St. Peter's Church

Riga's tallest church is dedicated to the city’s patron saint and is where you can see new artworks, watch a concert and enjoy great views of the Latvian capital.

St. Peter's Church
Three Brothers

Three Brothers

You can learn about the history of Riga with a visit to Three Brothers. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this culturally rich area.

Three Brothers
Freedom Monument showing a monument and a statue or sculpture

Freedom Monument

This large historic monument near Riga’s Old Town is a national shrine of great importance where public ceremonies are held.

Freedom Monument

Things to do

Riga Old Town walking tour

Riga Old Town walking tour

P987
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Riga Old Town walking tour
Full Day Tour Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska Castle

2 countries! Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska castle

P8,553
per adult
2 countries! Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska castle
5 Hour Shared Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga

5,5 Hour Shared Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga

P4,934
per adult
5,5 Hour Shared Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga
Latvian food tasting tour at Riga Central market

Latvian food tasting tour at Riga Central market

P2,434
per adult
Latvian food tasting tour at Riga Central market
Panorama Riga top view of Riga City

Panorama Riga top view of Riga City

P526
per adult
Panorama Riga top view of Riga City
Riga: Entrance Ticket - House of the Black Heads

Riga: Entrance Ticket - House of the Black Heads

P461
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Riga: Entrance Ticket - House of the Black Heads
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Top hotels in Skanste

Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel

Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel

5 out of 5
11. Novembra Krastmala, 33, Riga
The price is P5,634 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P5,634
P6,429 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
Great location, comfy bed, quiet room.
"The staff were helpful and the room was fine for a short overnight before catching an early flight. It is easy to reach on foot when arriving by bus and is well placed on the edge of OldTown very near the Central Market."

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga

Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga

4.5 out of 5
55 Elizabetes Street, Riga
The price is P5,990 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P5,990
P6,827 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"It was a nice experience overall, the place is clean, neat, and close to parks. The only bitter thing is I booked the tower and paid more to get a nice view but I was given 3rd floor which is like the basement even though there was empty rooms in higher floors, I know that because I asked another ..."

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga
Opera Hotel

Opera Hotel

4 out of 5
33 Raina Blvd, Riga
The price is P4,587 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P4,587
P5,255 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Origo Shopping Centre and Latvian National ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"The only downside was non existent view from hotel room - it was to another wall literally two meters away. All the rest was great."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Opera Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Daugava Riga

Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Daugava Riga

4.5 out of 5
24 Kugu Street, Riga
The price is P4,923 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P4,923
P5,632 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (996 reviews)
"Hotel is in a good location. If you happen to stay on the Riverside, you have great views of the city the buffet breakfast in the morning is outstanding probably the best buffet breakfast I’ve ever had at a hotel easily walkable to get into downtown Riga or you can take the shuttle across the bridge ..."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Daugava Riga
Wellton Centrum Hotel & Spa

Wellton Centrum Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
33 Kaleju Street, Riga
The price is P5,284 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P5,284
P6,037 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"City center location, very good breakfast. Excellent hotel for the price."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Wellton Centrum Hotel & Spa
Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel

Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel

4.5 out of 5
73 Elizabetes Street, Riga
The price is P6,999 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P6,999
P7,957 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Fantastic Stay - Highly Recommended!
"We had an exceptional experience at the Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel. The staff were warm, welcoming, and incredibly helpful. A special thank you to Janis at check-in and Elina at checkout—both went above and beyond to make us feel at home. The room was very comfortable, and we really appreciated ..."

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Skanste

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Brasa

Brasa is well-liked for its historic sites. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Arena Riga and Skonto Stadium.

Brasa
Latvian Art Museum featuring a statue or sculpture

Centrs

Centrs is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Cathedral of Christ's Nativity and Skonto Stadium while in the area.

Centrs
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Grizinkalns

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Grizinkalns and you might want to plan a stop by Galleria Riga Shopping Center and Arena Riga while you're in the area.

Grizinkalns
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Avoti

Visitors to Avoti appreciate its historic sites. A visit to Galleria Riga Shopping Center and Cathedral of Christ's Nativity might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

Avoti
Riga showing heritage architecture

Vidzeme Suburb

Unique features of Vidzeme Suburb include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Arena Riga or Alberta Iela while you're exploring the area.

Vidzeme Suburb
Old Town featuring street scenes and heritage architecture

Old Town Riga

Old Town Riga is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cathedral Square or Riga Cathedral.

Old Town Riga

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