Vacation Rentals in Riga

In the pretty old town, which is characterized by its Art Nouveau buildings, the selection of holiday apartments and apartments is the largest. A modernly furnished holiday apartment right in the historic centre promises short distances to sights such as the Riga television tower and to the churches and restaurants in the old town. You will live in an apartment directly on the banks of the Duna River, from where you can enjoy a view of the city.

Riga has a green belt that extends far into the city, so that you will find numerous vacation rentals in the countryside, especially in the districts of Imanta and Zolitüde north of the airport. If you would like to enjoy the sea breeze during your holiday in Riga, a vacation rental or apartment located directly on the Baltic Sea in the Vecaki district is ideal. Thanks to the closely interlinked bus and train connections, you can reach the centre from there in just 15-20 minutes.

Latvia's capital is a true gem for anyone interested in art and culture. From the Art Nouveau facades of the old town to the cathedral built in 1211 and the guild houses from the Hanseatic era, Riga has much to offer. The round of sights is complemented by the Riga Castle, the Freedom Monument and the "Square House", the former headquarters of the Soviet secret service. The best way to see the numerous treasures of the city is to take a three-hour guided tour. You can also take part in the regular English-speaking tours free of charge and without advance reservation.

In recent years, Riga has developed into a true party stronghold for young Europeans. Not far from your vacation rental in the centre, you can immerse yourself in the world of pubs, lounges, discotheques and cellar bars in the old town. A very special address is the Skylinebar on the 26th floor of the Radison Blu Hotel, from where you can overlook the sea of lights of the city. Besides the disco Studio 69, the cellar bar "La Belle Epoque", simply called "Frenchbar" among insiders, is considered a hot insider tip.

As the climatic fluctuations between summer and winter are relatively large, the mild to warm months of May to September are particularly suitable for a cultural holiday. At this time, many hours of sunshine and pleasant temperatures beyond the 20 degree mark are tempting.

Riga is known above all for its numerous theatre and dance events. These include the Ballet Festival, the Baltic Spring Theatre Festival and the Riga Opera Festival in summer. The Riga Marathon in May is another highlight for athletes and sports enthusiasts.

Thanks to its white and extremely fine sandy beaches, the seaside resort in the northwest of Riga reminds us of the US Baywatch series. If you want to walk, swim or just enjoy one of the beach concerts, you can reach Jurmala in just 25 minutes by regional train from Riga.

In Eastern Europe, clocks tick a little differently. The same goes for entertainment. Similar to the USA, you can try your hand at firing sharp weapons at special shooting ranges under the supervision of trained personnel. Ideal for hot duels during a party holiday.

No visit to Riga without a glass of Rigas Melnais balzams. This bitter black liquor is not only the highlight of every pub tour through the old town, but also the Latvian national drink.