Martin’s guidebook

Martin
Martin’s guidebook

Best of Riga!

Here you'll find different local restaurant/cafe options, my favorite sights and experiences in Riga.
Visit Vincents to experience some of the finest cuisine in Riga. Justtry to book in advance if you can!
50 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Vincents Restaurant
19 Elizabetes iela
50 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Visit Vincents to experience some of the finest cuisine in Riga. Justtry to book in advance if you can!
A fantastic place for late night wine and nibbles
40 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Wine Studio
10 Elizabetes iela
40 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
A fantastic place for late night wine and nibbles
A popular cafe/bar that mixes traditional Latvian cuisine and international dishes. Great for a drink or two. It's a good idea to book a table if you'd like to come in after 5pm
22 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Burga
36 Dzirnavu iela
22 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
A popular cafe/bar that mixes traditional Latvian cuisine and international dishes. Great for a drink or two. It's a good idea to book a table if you'd like to come in after 5pm
An incredible place for authentic Japanese food. Personal favorite!
19 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
The Catch
12 Antonijas iela
19 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
An incredible place for authentic Japanese food. Personal favorite!
A cozy vegetarian/vegan cafe/bar with a hipster vibe
58 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
MiiT Coffee
10 Lāčplēša iela
58 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
A cozy vegetarian/vegan cafe/bar with a hipster vibe
One of the closest cafe options to the apartment. A friendly, cozy vibe mixed together with a lovely and simple menu
7 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Vespa Garazh
6 Valkas iela
7 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
One of the closest cafe options to the apartment. A friendly, cozy vibe mixed together with a lovely and simple menu
For the best night views over Riga and solid G&Ts visit the Skyline bar. Can get quite busy on the weekend so I'd suggest you go up to the 26th floor restaurant from Monday to Thursday
91 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Skyline bar
55 Elizabetes iela
91 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
For the best night views over Riga and solid G&Ts visit the Skyline bar. Can get quite busy on the weekend so I'd suggest you go up to the 26th floor restaurant from Monday to Thursday
The apartment is surrounded by some of the best Art Nouveau architecture found in Riga. Wander around our Elizabetes street and further on Alberta, Strelnieku and Rupniecibas streets to see the most impressive buildings in the city.
86 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Albert Street
10 Alberta iela
86 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
The apartment is surrounded by some of the best Art Nouveau architecture found in Riga. Wander around our Elizabetes street and further on Alberta, Strelnieku and Rupniecibas streets to see the most impressive buildings in the city.
One of the most picturesque areas in Riga. Wander around the square and St. Peter's church.
71 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Bahay ng mga Itim na Ulo
7 Rātslaukums
71 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
One of the most picturesque areas in Riga. Wander around the square and St. Peter's church.
A lovely strip of little shops, bars and restaurants in the Old Town.
10 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Jacob's Barracks
4 Torņa iela
10 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
A lovely strip of little shops, bars and restaurants in the Old Town.
Another good photo opportunity in the Old Town.
25 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Tatlong Magkapatid
19 Mazā Pils iela
25 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Another good photo opportunity in the Old Town.
One of my personal favorites when it comes to a good cup of coffee and a little treat.
13 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Rocket Bean Roastery (Dzirnavu)
39 Dzirnavu iela
13 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
One of my personal favorites when it comes to a good cup of coffee and a little treat.
Beautifully renovated in 2016, the LNMA holds the most significant depository in the nation for works of art.
171 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Pambansang Museo ng Sining ng Latvia
1 Jaņa Rozentāla laukums
171 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Beautifully renovated in 2016, the LNMA holds the most significant depository in the nation for works of art.
The heart of Latvian independence. Take a look at the change of guards on the hour between 9 and 18.
109 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Monumento ng Kalayaan
109 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
The heart of Latvian independence. Take a look at the change of guards on the hour between 9 and 18.
In case you feel like going for a massage, there's a terrific place just around the corner.
Thai lotus masāžas studija Riga
13 Vīlandes iela
In case you feel like going for a massage, there's a terrific place just around the corner.
Fantastic rooftop lounge for a lovely summer evening.
67 Grill & Lounge
Fantastic rooftop lounge for a lovely summer evening.
Authentic Latvian folk bar with live music on most nights.
90 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Folkklubs ALA pagrabs
19 Peldu iela
90 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Authentic Latvian folk bar with live music on most nights.
A popular hipster/artist bar and concert venue. Quite a young crowd and very busy in summer.
78 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Kanepes Cultural Center
15 Skolas iela
78 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
A popular hipster/artist bar and concert venue. Quite a young crowd and very busy in summer.
Visit freetour.com/riga to find out more about specific free tours (Old Town, Art Nouveau and other) and their timing on each day. Most of them are free work on a donation basis. They’re a great way to learn as much as possible about the city in a short period of time.
9 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Riga Libreng Tour
Reformācijas Laukums
9 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Visit freetour.com/riga to find out more about specific free tours (Old Town, Art Nouveau and other) and their timing on each day. Most of them are free work on a donation basis. They’re a great way to learn as much as possible about the city in a short period of time.
Probably the best kebab in town!
26 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Ausmeņa Kebabs
12 Skolas iela
26 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Probably the best kebab in town!
A nice and romantic spot for a good cup of tea.
11 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
Apsara Tea House
2G Tērbatas iela
11 lokal ang nagrerekomenda
A nice and romantic spot for a good cup of tea.
Opened not too long ago but already one of my favorite spots for some healthy food options in the area.
Bowl31
31 Dzirnavu iela
Opened not too long ago but already one of my favorite spots for some healthy food options in the area.