Riga – A City Filled with Stunning Architecture & Lush Green Spaces

Riga, the Latvian capital is located on the Baltic Sea, boasting charming towns, an awesome food scene with family-run local restaurants and fine-dine contemporary eateries, bustling city squares, and cultural centres. The city is best known for its iconic architecture and is recognised to have Europe’s finest collection of art nouveau buildings. Old Town Riga is where you can admire some of the city’s finest examples of architecture including St Peter’s Church and the Riga Cathedral.

Book a city break to Riga with Brightsun and look forward to exploring parks and gardens for a welcome respite. The city’s green spaces are pristine and relaxed, with favourites such as Bastejkalna, aka Bastion Hill featuring flower beds and a winding canal, the Botanical Gardens on the outskirts of the city, and Mezaparks, one of Riga’s few forested regions with scenic walking and cycling trails, concert performances, playgrounds, and sports activities.

Riga has a prime location perfect for day trips. Jurmala, aka the Pearl of Latvia is a resort town west of the city which offers a beach escape with a long stretch of golden sands. You can reach Jurmala in less than an hour from Riga, whether it be by car or train. Also situated less than an hour away from Riga is the Kemeri National Park, home to forested nature trails, lush meadows with birdwatching opportunities, and glistening lakes.