{"id":157328,"date":"2020-09-25T19:46:38","date_gmt":"2020-09-25T23:46:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/?page_id=157328"},"modified":"2025-08-18T13:23:48","modified_gmt":"2025-08-18T17:23:48","slug":"latvia-travel-guide","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/latvia-travel-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Latvia Travel Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2021\/latviaguide1.jpg\" alt=\"An aerial view of Riga, the capital of Latvia\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Located on the Baltic Sea between <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/lithuania-travel-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lithuania<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/estonia-travel-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Estonia<\/a>, Latvia is a country often overlooked by travelers to Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yet this unappreciated country is affordable, safe, and offers a beautiful landscape dotted by wide beaches, ancient castles, and dense, sprawling forests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Latvia\u2019s capital, Riga, is home to a huge central market, art nouveau architecture, and a charming medieval Old Town. The country has lots of opportunities for outdoor adventures, tons of beaches along its 500 kilometers (310 miles) of coastline, and it\u2019s home to Europe\u2019s widest waterfall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This travel guide to Latvia can help you plan your trip, save money, and make the most out of your time in this Baltic gem!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id157328_145961-77 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id157328_145961-77 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id157328_145961-77 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, calc(40% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)))minmax(0, calc(60% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)));}.kb-row-layout-id157328_145961-77 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_145961-77 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr) minmax(0, 2fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_145961-77 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id157328_145961-77 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"toc\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-right-golden kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column157328_c2eafd-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);}.kadence-column157328_c2eafd-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:2px solid var(--global-palette4, #2D3748);border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette4, 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#2D3748);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette4, #2D3748);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column157328_c2eafd-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:2px solid var(--global-palette4, #2D3748);border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette4, #2D3748);border-bottom:2px solid var(--global-palette4, #2D3748);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette4, #2D3748);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column157328_c2eafd-ff\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_9a509d-9e, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_9a509d-9e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_9a509d-9e\"]{text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_9a509d-9e mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_9a509d-9e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_9a509d-9e\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading157328_9a509d-9e wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_9a509d-9e\">Table of Contents<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#top5\">Things to See and Do<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#safe\">How to Stay Safe<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#stay\">Where to Stay<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#costs\">Typical Costs<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#budget\">Suggested Budget<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#saving\">Money-Saving Tips<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#getaround\">How to Get Around<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#when\">When to Go<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#book\">Best Places to Book Your Trip<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column157328_3e8eba-9f > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column157328_3e8eba-9f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column157328_3e8eba-9f > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column157328_3e8eba-9f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column157328_3e8eba-9f > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column157328_3e8eba-9f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column157328_3e8eba-9f{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column157328_3e8eba-9f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column157328_3e8eba-9f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column 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.kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id157328_de9e02-ab alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"top5\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column157328_d19990-70 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column157328_d19990-70 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column157328_d19990-70 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column157328_d19990-70 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column157328_d19990-70 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column157328_d19990-70 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column157328_d19990-70{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column157328_d19990-70 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column157328_d19990-70 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column157328_d19990-70\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b90c737b heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_5f4be3-e2, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_5f4be3-e2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_5f4be3-e2\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_5f4be3-e2 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_5f4be3-e2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_5f4be3-e2\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading157328_5f4be3-e2 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_5f4be3-e2\">Top 5 Things to See and Do in Latvia<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2022\/latviaguide1.jpeg\" alt=\"Old colorful buildings in the charming city of Riga, the capital of Latvia\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Explore Riga<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Riga is the capital of Latvia. It has Romantic, Gothic, and Baroque architecture dating back to when the city was a powerful medieval port, and the city also has over 800 Art Nouveau buildings, an Open-Air Museum, and a massive central market. The medieval Old Town is pedestrian only and is full of shops and restaurants. Nearby you\u2019ll find the trendy Livu Square, which is the best spot to experience nightlife at the bars and clubs. It\u2019s a lively, fun capital!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Relax in a traditional sauna<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Like much of northern Europe, saunas in Latvia are an important part of the culture. There is a firm belief that the sauna practice purifies the body and spirit. Saunas are called <em>pirts<\/em> in Latvia, and they are traditionally wet saunas. By pouring water over hot stones, steam is created. Many of the saunas in Latvia will have a <em>pirtniek<\/em>, or sauna expert, who has undergone training to guide you through the sauna experience. You will rotate between the heat of the sauna and a cold pool as well as get swatted by switches of juniper or birch (to remove dead skin cells). Prices range from 15-35 EUR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Go hiking in Gauja National Park<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Located in the northeast and spanning almost 1,000 square kilometers (386 square miles), Gauja National Park is one of the most pristine examples of Latvian nature. Come here to hike, bike, and enjoy the views along the Gauja River. The 10,000-year-old Gutman&#8217;s Cave can be found here too. Thrill seekers can try bungee jumping from a cable car or zipline through the forests, but if you\u2019re in search of a more relaxing adventure consider renting a canoe and floating down the Gauja River. Admission is free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. See castles in Sigulda<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This region is considered &#8220;the Switzerland of Latvia.&#8221; In addition to the stunning landscape, there are several historic buildings here to explore, including the 19th century Krimulda Manor, Sigulda Castle, and the ruins of the 14th-century Krimulda Castle. In just a few minutes, you can drive north of Sigulda to the 11th century Turaida Castle, which is one of the most popular castles in Latvia. Built from beautiful red bricks, the castle features a tall cylinder-shaped tower surrounded by many other buildings. All of the structures have been converted into museums and galleries, such as the Folk Song Garden, which is full of sculptures of Latvian heroes and historical figures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Visit the Rundale Palace<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Built in two periods (1736-1740 and 1764-1768), this is like the Versailles of Latvia and was used for extravagant social events. It was originally intended to be a summer residence for Duke of Courland Ernst Johann von Biron, but construction froze when Biron was temporarily exiled. He finally finished his dream palace upon his return to Latvia and spent the rest of his life enjoying the beautiful estate. After his death, the property changed hands several times and was once given as a gift from Russia\u2019s Catherine the Great to her lover\u2019s brother. The Baroque and Rococo building is lavish and ornate with massive gardens and stately rooms. Admission is 13 EUR for the interior and gardens.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div data-gyg-widget=\"auto\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"LLKQJ38\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id157328_fe145c-32 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id157328_fe145c-32 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id157328_fe145c-32 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id157328_fe145c-32 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_fe145c-32 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_fe145c-32 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id157328_fe145c-32 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"seedo\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column157328_d55ea2-68 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column157328_d55ea2-68 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column157328_d55ea2-68 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column157328_d55ea2-68 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column157328_d55ea2-68 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column157328_d55ea2-68 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column157328_d55ea2-68{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column157328_d55ea2-68 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column157328_d55ea2-68 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column157328_d55ea2-68\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7d671ee0 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_de0b71-4d, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_de0b71-4d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_de0b71-4d\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_de0b71-4d mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_de0b71-4d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_de0b71-4d\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading157328_de0b71-4d wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_de0b71-4d\">Other Things to See and Do in Latvia<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Visit Jurmala<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Just a short 20-minute drive from Riga, the seaside town of Jurmala offers laid-back beaches and vibrant nightlife. Be sure to visit Dzintari forest park (which is home to 200-year-old trees and has several walking paths) and Mr. Morberg\u2019s house, a 19th-century Neo-Gothic wooden house that looks and feels like a fairy-tale palace (the interior is both ornate and super colorful).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Go skiing<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Cross-country skiing is one of the more popular winter pastimes in the country. For downhill skiing, there are slopes all across the country. Some suggested resorts and slopes to check out are Ozolkalns (Cesis), Victory Park (Riga), Vanagkalns (Cesis), and Milzkalns (Tukum). Expect to pay 10 EUR for a two-hour cross-country ski rental and 15 EUR for a lift pass (it\u2019s one of the cheapest places to ski in Europe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Explore Ventspils<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Situated on the coast of the Baltic Sea, this city is a massive port and important commercial hub. If you aren&#8217;t into watching the ships come and go, head out to the town&#8217;s beaches where you can swim and sunbathe. There is a separate section for surfing (and kitesurfing) and even one for nudists! If you\u2019re traveling with kids, there\u2019s a waterpark in town too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Visit Latgale<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The region of Latgale sits in the eastern part of the country and is known as the Land of Blue Lakes thanks to its many picturesque lakes. The region has its own dialect and is perfect for camping, hiking, and enjoying the water. The area is also known for its delicious cheeses since there are tons of small farms here. You can base yourself in Daugavpils, the region\u2019s largest city, or stay in some of the many cozy cottages or B&amp;Bs around the countryside. Note: This region is best explored by car since public transportation is limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. See the Corner House<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The Corner House is the former headquarters of the Latvian KGB (the secret police). Situated in an Art Nouveau building in the center of Riga, today it serves as a dark reminder of the brutal tactics they employed during the Russian occupation (which lasted from 1940-1991). It&#8217;s where political prisoners would be brought for torture and interrogation. Admission is by donation and guided tours are available for 10 EUR. It\u2019s sobering but informative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Visit the Seaside Open-Air Museum<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Located in Ventspils, the Seaside Open-Air Museum is dedicated to Latvia&#8217;s history, with a special focus on fishing and boating. There is a whole section dedicated to teaching traditional Latvian fishing techniques practiced in the region from the 18th century onwards, complete with replica fisherman&#8217;s houses, farmhouses, smokehouses, and local craftsmen offering visitors a display of their traditional crafting skills in action. Admission is 2 EUR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Visit 1920s Latvia<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Built in 2004 as the film set for the historical drama <em>Defenders of Riga<\/em>, the complex is a complete replica of 1920s Latvia (the film depicts Latvia in 1919 during its war for independence). Set on 370 acres of land, it includes a small town, a &#8216;Riga-esque&#8217; city, and traditional Latvian farmland. When it isn&#8217;t in use as a film set, it is possible to visit the set and is a neat day trip for movie buffs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Sleep in a prison<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Located on the west coast in Liepaja, Karosta Prison is no longer in use (it shut down in 1997) but has reopened to tourists. It&#8217;s the only military prison in Europe open to tourists. You can take a day tour or book the full overnight experience. Ghost Hunters International once called Karosta Prison &#8220;the most haunted place in the world&#8221; so be prepared for a spooky stay. Tours are 7 EUR while overnight rooms start at 24 EUR (breakfast is an additional 5 EUR).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. See a ballet or opera<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The Latvian National Opera is home to both the Latvian National Opera and the Latvian National Ballet company. There are a variety of different performances held here including classical and contemporary dance, opera, traditional Latvian folk stories, and children\u2019s plays. With over 200 performances each season, there is plenty to choose from. Tickets for performances start at just 5 EUR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Celebrate Midsummer<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>In Latvia, the most important holiday is midsummer (the summer solstice). In the Latvian tradition, people stay awake for the whole night so they can greet the rising sun. There are public events across the country where they light bonfires, eat, drink, and dance all night. However, Midsummer in Latvia isn&#8217;t actually celebrated on solstice day \u2014 it&#8217;s always celebrated on the same day each year (June 23rd).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Get lost in Europe&#8217;s biggest market<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The central market in Riga is a UNESCO Heritage Site and is the largest market in Europe. Opened in 1930, between 80,000-100,000 people visit each day. In addition to the standard fresh produce, fish, and meat, there are food stalls, souvenir stands, bars, and everything in between. Come here with an appetite and spend some time wandering the stalls and sampling all the offerings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. Stroll along the Great Kemeri Bog Boardwalk<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Located in Kemeri National Park just outside of Jurmala, the Great Kemeri Bog Boardwalk lets you explore the inaccessible landscape of the marshland park. Established in 1997, the park offers a 3.7km loop that takes about 90 minutes to walk. There are all kinds of bogs, marshes, and lakes dotting the landscape as well as geese and cranes. Admission to the park is free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. Visit the House of the Black Heads<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Now a museum, this 14th-century building was built in the old town of Riga for the Brotherhood of Blackheads. The brotherhood was a guild for unmarried merchants, shipowners, and foreigners in Riga. The building had major works done in the early 17th century and it was extensively updated after it was bombed and destroyed in 1941. There are all kinds of artifacts here (pottery, paintings, silverware, etc.) and the space is often used for concerts and events. Admission is 8 or 9 EUR with a cup of coffee or a glass of sparkling wine respectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. Explore Cesis Castle<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The foundations of Cesis Castle were laid 800 years ago and the castle has had a violent history since that time, including when it was besieged by Ivan the Terrible\u2019s army in 1577. The castle fell into disuse after the Great Northern War (1700-1721) but remains one of the most iconic and best-preserved medieval castles in Latvia. Admission varies by season so check the website for details. Guided tours in English cost 35 EUR. Cesis is just northeast of Riga.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-gyg-widget=\"auto\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"LLKQJ38\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id157328_2ae975-40 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id157328_2ae975-40 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id157328_2ae975-40 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id157328_2ae975-40 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_2ae975-40 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_2ae975-40 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id157328_2ae975-40 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"safe\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column157328_ca004e-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column157328_ca004e-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column157328_ca004e-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column157328_ca004e-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column157328_ca004e-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column157328_ca004e-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column157328_ca004e-ff{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column157328_ca004e-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column157328_ca004e-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column157328_ca004e-ff\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b68a4ab2 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_96626c-4a, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_96626c-4a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_96626c-4a\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_96626c-4a mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_96626c-4a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_96626c-4a\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading157328_96626c-4a wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_96626c-4a\">How to Stay Safe in Latvia<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Latvia is a safe country to travel. They have a low crime rate and even pickpocketing in the cities isn&#8217;t that common. That said, it&#8217;s always a good idea to keep your wits about you, keep your valuables secure, and avoid flashing things like jewelry around in public.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One danger you do need to be aware of in Latvia is when traveling by road. Latvia is notorious for bad driving \u2014 even crossing the street can be dangerous. Take extra caution if you rent a car. Additionally, don\u2019t leave any valuables in your car overnight or when out hiking. Theft is rare, but it\u2019s better to be safe than sorry!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Solo female travelers should generally feel safe here, however, the standard precautions apply (never leave your drink unattended at the bar, never walk home alone intoxicated, etc.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While scams here are rare, you can read about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/avoid-travel-scams\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">common travel scams to avoid<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most important piece of advice I can offer is to purchase good travel insurance. Travel insurance protects you against illness, injury, theft, and cancellations. It\u2019s comprehensive protection in case anything goes wrong. I never go on a trip without it as I\u2019ve had to use it many times in the past. You can use the widget below to find the policy right for you:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"nm-sw-box\"><center><div class=\"safetywing-price-widget\" data-safetywingaffiliateid=\"24768462\"><\/div>\r\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/safetywing-static\/widget\/safetywing-price-widget.js\"><\/script><\/center><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id157328_eded2a-36 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id157328_eded2a-36 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id157328_eded2a-36 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id157328_eded2a-36 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_eded2a-36 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_eded2a-36 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id157328_eded2a-36 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"stay\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column157328_5f6a58-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column157328_5f6a58-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column157328_5f6a58-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column157328_5f6a58-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column157328_5f6a58-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column157328_5f6a58-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column157328_5f6a58-fd{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column157328_5f6a58-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column157328_5f6a58-fd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column157328_5f6a58-fd\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3c709811 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_ccde19-52, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_ccde19-52[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_ccde19-52\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_ccde19-52 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_ccde19-52[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_ccde19-52\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading157328_ccde19-52 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_ccde19-52\">Where to Stay in Latvia<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>There are hostels in most of Latvia&#8217;s larger cities. Here are some of my suggested places to stay:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fhostelworld.prf.hn%2Fclick%2Fcamref%3A1101lHtj%2Fdestination%3Ahttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.hostelworld.com%252Fpwa%252Fhosteldetails.php%252FCentral-Hostel-Jelgava%252FJelgava%252F305105\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Central Hostel Jelgava<\/a> (Jelgava)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FCinnamon-Sally-Backpackers-Hostel%2FRiga%2F45416\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cinnamon Sally Backpackers Hostel<\/a> (Riga)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FThe-Naughty-Squirrel-Backpackers-Hostel%2FRiga%2F5932\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Naughty Squirrel Backpackers Hostel<\/a> (Riga)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FTree-House-Hostel%2FRiga%2F96185\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tree House Hostel<\/a> (Riga)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id157328_df1549-23 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id157328_df1549-23 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id157328_df1549-23 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id157328_df1549-23 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_df1549-23 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_df1549-23 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id157328_df1549-23 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"costs\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column157328_f3ea43-bc > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column157328_f3ea43-bc > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column157328_f3ea43-bc > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column157328_f3ea43-bc > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column157328_f3ea43-bc > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column157328_f3ea43-bc > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column157328_f3ea43-bc{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column157328_f3ea43-bc > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column157328_f3ea43-bc > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column157328_f3ea43-bc\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d46fbf53 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_9b73fa-13, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_9b73fa-13[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_9b73fa-13\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_9b73fa-13 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_9b73fa-13[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_9b73fa-13\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading157328_9b73fa-13 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_9b73fa-13\">Latvia Travel Costs<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2022\/latviaguide2.jpeg\" alt=\"A towering castle in the middle of a forest in Latvia\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id157328_14c72a-37 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id157328_14c72a-37 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id157328_14c72a-37 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id157328_14c72a-37 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_14c72a-37 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_14c72a-37 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id157328_14c72a-37 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column157328_466d01-ab > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column157328_466d01-ab > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column157328_466d01-ab > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column157328_466d01-ab > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column157328_466d01-ab > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column157328_466d01-ab > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column157328_466d01-ab{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column157328_466d01-ab > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column157328_466d01-ab > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column157328_466d01-ab\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_d84be4-71, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_d84be4-71[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_d84be4-71\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_d84be4-71 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_d84be4-71[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_d84be4-71\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading157328_d84be4-71 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_d84be4-71\">Accommodation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hostel dorms &#8211; 15-26 EUR per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hostel private rooms &#8211; 20-60 EUR per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Budget hotels &#8211; 30 EUR per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Airbnb private rooms &#8211; 15-40 EUR per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Airbnb apartments &#8211; 50-80 EUR per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Campsite &#8211; 7.50 EUR (wild camping is legal on government land)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column157328_800ef5-6c > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column157328_800ef5-6c > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column157328_800ef5-6c > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column157328_800ef5-6c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column157328_800ef5-6c > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column157328_800ef5-6c > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column157328_800ef5-6c{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column157328_800ef5-6c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column157328_800ef5-6c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column157328_800ef5-6c\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_4198dd-d4, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_4198dd-d4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_4198dd-d4\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_4198dd-d4 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_4198dd-d4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_4198dd-d4\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading157328_4198dd-d4 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_4198dd-d4\">Food<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Street food &#8211; 3-5 EUR<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lunch specials &#8211; 5-8 EUR<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sit-down restaurants &#8211; 7-25 EUR<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Casual take-out places &#8211; 10 EUR<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fast food (think McDonald\u2019s) &#8211; 7 EUR<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beer &#8211; 3-4 EUR<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bottled water &#8211; 1 EUR<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Groceries for a week &#8211; 40-50 EUR<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id157328_c3b935-78 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id157328_c3b935-78 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id157328_c3b935-78 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id157328_c3b935-78 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_c3b935-78 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_c3b935-78 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id157328_c3b935-78 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"budget\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column157328_02654e-1c > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column157328_02654e-1c > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column157328_02654e-1c > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column157328_02654e-1c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column157328_02654e-1c > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column157328_02654e-1c > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column157328_02654e-1c{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column157328_02654e-1c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column157328_02654e-1c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column157328_02654e-1c\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0a82afeb heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_1fc1d5-34, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_1fc1d5-34[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_1fc1d5-34\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_1fc1d5-34 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_1fc1d5-34[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_1fc1d5-34\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading157328_1fc1d5-34 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_1fc1d5-34\">Latvia Suggested Budgets<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id157328_ca7fe2-3f > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id157328_ca7fe2-3f > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id157328_ca7fe2-3f > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, calc(30% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem) * 2 )\/3)))minmax(0, calc(40% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem) * 2 )\/3)))minmax(0, calc(30% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem) * 2 )\/3)));}.kb-row-layout-id157328_ca7fe2-3f > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}.kb-row-layout-id157328_ca7fe2-3f .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep{height:100px;}.kb-row-layout-id157328_ca7fe2-3f .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{width:100%;}.kb-row-layout-id157328_ca7fe2-3f .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{fill:#ffffff!important;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_ca7fe2-3f > .kt-row-column-wrap > div:not(.added-for-specificity){grid-column:initial;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_ca7fe2-3f > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr) minmax(0, 2fr) minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_ca7fe2-3f .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep{height:px;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_ca7fe2-3f .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{width:%;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_ca7fe2-3f > .kt-row-column-wrap > div:not(.added-for-specificity){grid-column:initial;}.kb-row-layout-id157328_ca7fe2-3f > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id157328_ca7fe2-3f .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep{height:px;}.kb-row-layout-id157328_ca7fe2-3f .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{width:%;}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id157328_ca7fe2-3f alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-3-columns kt-row-layout-center-half kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column157328_3a7c10-5c > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column157328_3a7c10-5c > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column157328_3a7c10-5c > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column157328_3a7c10-5c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column157328_3a7c10-5c > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column157328_3a7c10-5c > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column157328_3a7c10-5c{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column157328_3a7c10-5c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column157328_3a7c10-5c > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column157328_3a7c10-5c\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_42a1d3-4e, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_42a1d3-4e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_42a1d3-4e\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_42a1d3-4e mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_42a1d3-4e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_42a1d3-4e\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading157328_42a1d3-4e wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_42a1d3-4e\">Backpacker &#8211; 45 EUR Per Day<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On a backpacker budget, you can stay in a hostel dorm, cook all of your meals, limit your drinking, take public transportation to get around, and do mostly free activities like hiking and enjoying the beaches. If you plan on drinking, add 5-10 EUR to your daily budget.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column157328_0c3d95-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);}.kadence-column157328_0c3d95-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:0px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-bottom:0px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);}.kadence-column157328_0c3d95-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column157328_0c3d95-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column157328_0c3d95-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column157328_0c3d95-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column157328_0c3d95-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column157328_0c3d95-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column157328_0c3d95-b5{position:relative;}.kadence-column157328_0c3d95-b5, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column157328_0c3d95-b5:not(.specificity){margin-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column157328_0c3d95-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;border-top:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column157328_0c3d95-b5, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column157328_0c3d95-b5:not(.specificity){margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column157328_0c3d95-b5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column157328_0c3d95-b5\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_05b991-e6, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_05b991-e6[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_05b991-e6\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_05b991-e6 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_05b991-e6[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_05b991-e6\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading157328_05b991-e6 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_05b991-e6\">Midrange &#8211; 110 EUR Per Day<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On a midrange budget, you can stay in an Airbnb, budget hotel, or private hostel room. You&#8217;ll be able to eat out for most of your meals, enjoy a few drinks, take the occasional taxi to get around, and do more paid activities like visiting museums and castles or going kayaking.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column157328_65f516-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column157328_65f516-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column157328_65f516-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column157328_65f516-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column157328_65f516-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column157328_65f516-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column157328_65f516-16{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column157328_65f516-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column157328_65f516-16 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column157328_65f516-16\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_2732b1-76, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_2732b1-76[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_2732b1-76\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_2732b1-76 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_2732b1-76[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_2732b1-76\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading157328_2732b1-76 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_2732b1-76\">Upscale &#8211; 215 EUR Per Day<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On a \u201cluxury\u201d budget, you can stay in a hotel, eat out anywhere you want, drink more, rent a car to get around, and do whatever tours and activities you want. This is just the ground floor for luxury, though. The sky is the limit!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id157328_bc699e-ed > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id157328_bc699e-ed > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id157328_bc699e-ed > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id157328_bc699e-ed > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_bc699e-ed > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_bc699e-ed > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id157328_bc699e-ed alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"saving\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column157328_d03fb6-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column157328_d03fb6-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column157328_d03fb6-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column157328_d03fb6-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column157328_d03fb6-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column157328_d03fb6-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column157328_d03fb6-b3{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column157328_d03fb6-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column157328_d03fb6-b3 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column157328_d03fb6-b3\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-425522ad heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_039ee9-be, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_039ee9-be[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_039ee9-be\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_039ee9-be mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_039ee9-be[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_039ee9-be\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading157328_039ee9-be wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_039ee9-be\">Latvia Travel Guide: Money-Saving Tips<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Latvia is a pretty affordable place to visit. You&#8217;ll be hard-pressed to spend a lot of money here unless you are going for fancy meals and accommodation. That said, it never hurts to save even more money! Here are some of the best ways to save money during your visit:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bring a water bottle<\/strong> &#8211; The tap water here is safe to drink so bring a reusable water bottle to save money and reduce your plastic use. <a href=\"https:\/\/lifestraw.xyibsh.net\/B0AY14\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LifeStraw<\/a> is my go-to brand as their bottles have built-in filters to ensure your water is always clean and safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Take a free walking tour<\/strong> &#8211; Riga offers a handful of free walking tours. They&#8217;re a great way to get familiar with the city and the culture. Just be sure to tip your guide!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Take the bus<\/strong> \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=16028&amp;awinaffid=509047&amp;ued=https%3A%2F%2Fglobal.flixbus.com%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FlixBus<\/a> is budget-friendly way to get around the country. They have Wi-Fi, electrical outlets, and decent enough seats for overnight and long-haul bus journeys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cook your own meals<\/strong> &#8211; Some hostels here don\u2019t include kitchen facilities, so if you want to save money make sure you book accommodation that does. Buying your own groceries may not be as glamorous as going out to eat, but it definitely saves you money!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Wild camp<\/strong> &#8211; If you really want to save money, bring a tent and wild camp. It&#8217;s legal, safe, and free!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stay with a local<\/strong> &#8211; Staying with a local via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/how-to-crush-it-on-couchsurfing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Couchsurfing<\/a> is a great way to not only save money but you get to meet a knowledgeable local who can share their insider tips and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Walk everywhere<\/strong> &#8211; All of the major cities in Latvia are quite walkable, so skip the public transportation if you want to save a few extra euros.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Enjoy the free spaces<\/strong> &#8211; There are plenty of free parks as well as many free hiking trails around the country. Save your budget and enjoy the outdoors!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id157328_d530fe-ac > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id157328_d530fe-ac > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id157328_d530fe-ac > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id157328_d530fe-ac > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_d530fe-ac > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_d530fe-ac > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id157328_d530fe-ac alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"getaround\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column157328_5a46d9-ad > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column157328_5a46d9-ad > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column157328_5a46d9-ad > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column157328_5a46d9-ad > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column157328_5a46d9-ad > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column157328_5a46d9-ad > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column157328_5a46d9-ad{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column157328_5a46d9-ad > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column157328_5a46d9-ad > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column157328_5a46d9-ad\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4f458871 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_0e3a44-0f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_0e3a44-0f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_0e3a44-0f\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_0e3a44-0f mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_0e3a44-0f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_0e3a44-0f\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading157328_0e3a44-0f wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_0e3a44-0f\">How to Get Around in Latvia<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2022\/latviaguide3.jpeg\" alt=\"A bright and sunny day over the skyline of Riga, the capital of Latvia\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Public transportation<\/strong> &#8211; None of the Latvian cities have subways or elevated transport lines which means public transport can often be slow. In fact, public transportation outside of Riga is limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prices vary by city but expect to pay around 1.15 EUR for a standard adult ticket if you pay in advance. You can buy tickets onboard but they cost more (around 2 EUR).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Riga, you can buy a 24-hour pass for 5 EUR, a 3-day pass for 10 EUR, or a 5-day pass for 15 EUR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Taxi<\/strong> &#8211; Prices start around 2 EUR and cost around 0.70 EUR for every kilometer. Skip the taxis if you can \u2014 they add up fast!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bus<\/strong> &#8211; If you are traveling outside of Riga&#8217;s suburban railway lines then taking a bus is the best option. Expect to pay 10 EUR or less for most trips. Riga to Ventspils, for example, takes three hours and costs about 10 EUR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are continuing to neighboring countries, the bus is the most common mode of transport. On average, a bus from Latvia to Lithuania costs around 12 EUR. The four-hour ride from Riga to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/things-to-see-and-do-tallinn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tallinn, Estonia<\/a> costs about the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Train<\/strong> &#8211; Train travel is limited and mostly centers around places you can do as day trips from Riga. Some of the most popular places you can travel from Riga to by train are Jurmala, Gauja National Park, and Daugavpils. Anywhere further afield is better accessed by bus. You can pretty much travel anywhere in the country for under 20 EUR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Flying<\/strong> &#8211; There are no budget airlines operating domestically around Latvia (it\u2019s a small country) but you can get cheap flights in and out of Riga with Air Baltic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Car rental<\/strong> &#8211; I would not advise inexperienced drivers to drive in Latvia. It&#8217;s known to be one of the most dangerous countries in Europe to drive in. However, if you are driving you need an International Driving Permit (IDP). Car rentals can be as low as 15 EUR per day for a multi-day rental.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the best car rental prices, use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/?a_aid=nomadicmatt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discover Cars<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hitchhiking<\/strong> &#8211; It\u2019s very common for young people to hitchhike around the country in the summer. During the winter, roads can be dangerous as the weather is unpredictable so it\u2019s not advised to hitchhike during this time. <a href=\"https:\/\/hitchwiki.org\/en\/Latvia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hitchwiki<\/a> is the best website for additional hitchhiking info.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id157328_b3f504-b0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id157328_b3f504-b0 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id157328_b3f504-b0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id157328_b3f504-b0 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_b3f504-b0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id157328_b3f504-b0 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id157328_b3f504-b0 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"when\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column157328_052071-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column157328_052071-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column157328_052071-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column157328_052071-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column157328_052071-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column157328_052071-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column157328_052071-d6{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column157328_052071-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column157328_052071-d6 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column157328_052071-d6\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-92d7936f heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_ee9fdd-6e, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_ee9fdd-6e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_ee9fdd-6e\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_ee9fdd-6e mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading157328_ee9fdd-6e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_ee9fdd-6e\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading157328_ee9fdd-6e wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading157328_ee9fdd-6e\">When to Go to Latvia<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The best time to visit Latvia is from April through September. The summer months of July and August are the warmest (and make up the country\u2019s busy season). Expect temperatures around 22\u00b0C (71\u00b0F).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During autumn, the shoreline, wetlands, and forests come alive with bird migrations. The national parks are particularly beautiful at this time of year with the changing colors, and it\u2019s nice and cool for hiking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Temperatures drop below freezing in the winter, so unless you\u2019re coming for winter sports, I\u2019d skip a winter visit to Latvia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be warned though, no matter what time of year you choose to visit, showers are common and unpredictable. Make sure you always have a raincoat handy.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"guide-block resources-block\"><h3 id=\"book\"><span>Latvia Travel Guide: The Best Booking Resources<\/span><\/h3><p>These are my favorite companies to use when I travel. They consistently have the best deals, offer world-class customer service and great value, and overall, are better than their competitors. They are the companies I use the most and are always the starting point in my search for travel deals. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/c\/214481\/1027991\/13416?associateid=AFF_TRA_19354_00001\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Skyscanner<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Skyscanner is my favorite flight search engine. They search small websites and budget airlines that larger search sites tend to miss. They are hands down the number one place to start.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Hostelworld<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; This is the best hostel accommodation site out there with the largest inventory, best search interface, and widest availability.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/index.html?aid=362916\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Booking.com<\/a> &#8211; The best all around booking site that constantly provides the cheapest and lowest rates. They have the widest selection of budget accommodation. In all my tests, they\u2019ve always had the cheapest rates out of all the booking websites. <\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelpass.co\/hostel-card\/?ref=mattkepnes4&#038;utm_source=Tapfiliate&#038;utm_medium=mattkepnes4&#038;utm_campaign=HostelPass+Affiliate+Program\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">HostelPass<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; This new card gives you up to 20% off hostels throughout Europe. It\u2019s a great way to save money. They\u2019re constantly adding new hostels too. I\u2019ve always wanted something like this and glad it finallt exists.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&#038;utm_medium=online_publisher&#038;placement=content-top\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Get Your Guide<\/a> &#8211; Get Your Guide is a huge online marketplace for tours and excursions. They have tons of tour options available in cities all around the world, including everything from cooking classes, walking tours, street art lessons, and more!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seat61.com\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">The Man in Seat 61<\/a> &#8211; This website is the ultimate guide to train travel anywhere in the world. They have the most comprehensive information on routes, times, prices, and train conditions. If you are planning a long train journey or some epic train trip, consult this site.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101l3HUwW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Trainline<\/a> &#8211; When you&#8217;re ready to book your train tickets, use this site. It streamlines the process of booking trains around Europe.\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rome2rio.com\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Rome2Rio<\/a> &#8211; This website allows you to see how to get from point A to point B the best and cheapest way possible. It will give you all the bus, train, plane, or boat routes that can get you there as well as how much they cost.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/flixbus.pxf.io\/c\/1314291\/477459\/8366?u=https%3A%2F%2Fglobal.flixbus.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">FlixBus<\/a> &#8211; Flixbus has routes between 20 European countries with prices starting as low 5 EUR! Their buses include WiFi, electrical outlets, a free checked bag.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/safetywing.com\/nomad-insurance?referenceID=24768462\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">SafetyWing<\/a> &#8211; Safety Wing offers convenient and affordable plans tailored to digital nomads and long-term travelers. They have cheap monthly plans, great customer service, and an easy-to-use claims process that makes it perfect for those on the road.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lifestraw.xyibsh.net\/mgXd1D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">LifeStraw<\/a> &#8211; My go-to company for reusable water bottles with built-in filters so you can ensure your drinking water is always clean and safe.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=2045947&#038;u=1442001&#038;m=125871&#038;urllink=&#038;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Unbound Merino<\/a> &#8211; They make lightweight, durable, easy-to-clean travel clothing.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/best-travel-credit-cards\/\">Top Travel Credit Cards<\/a> &#8211; Points are the best way to cut down travel expenses. 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