Title: Visit Vidzeme: Best of Vidzeme Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Vidzeme](https://expedia.ca/Vidzeme-Hotels.d3000665334.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Vidzeme](https://expedia.ca/Vidzeme-Vacation-Rentals.d3000665334.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Vidzeme](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Vidzeme.d3000665334.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Vidzeme](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Vidzeme.d3000665334.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Vidzeme Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Vidzeme.d3000665334.Car-Rental-Guide)[Vidzeme Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Vidzeme.d3000665334.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Vidzeme ## Travel Guide ![Vidzeme](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77735-St-Peters-Church.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![House of the Blackheads which includes street scenes and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77701-House-Of-The-Blackheads.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![St. Peter\'s Church showing landscape views, a bridge and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77739-St-Peters-Church.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Riga Central Market featuring interior views and shopping](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77712-Riga-Food-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Latvian Art Museum which includes heritage architecture and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77696-Latvian-National-Museum-Of-Art.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Vidzeme Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Vidzeme ![Old Town which includes street scenes and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77686-Old-Town.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Old Town Riga 4.5/5(21 area reviews) 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 Three Brothers. [](https://expedia.ca/Riga-Old-Town-Riga.dx6170999) ![Latvian Art Museum featuring a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77694-Latvian-National-Museum-Of-Art.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Centrs 4.5/5(12 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Riga-Centrs.dx6171000) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Skanste Travelers like the shopping in Skanste, and Arena Riga is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.ca/Riga-Skanste.dx3000661890) ![Riga Central Market which includes interior views and shopping](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77711-Riga-Food-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Maskavas Forstate Historic sites, bars, and shopping highlight some of the noteworthy features of Maskavas Forstate. Make a stop by Riga Central Market or Latvian Academy of Sciences while you're exploring the neighborhood. [](https://expedia.ca/Riga-Maskavas-Forstate.dx3000661880) ![Riga which includes heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77682-Riga.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Vidzeme Suburb 4/5(1 area review) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Riga-Vidzeme-Suburb.dx3000661859) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Avoti Visitors to Avoti appreciate its historic sites. A visit to Origo Shopping Centre and Cathedral of Christ's Nativity might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Riga-Avoti.dx3000661864) - Vidzeme Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Vidzeme ![Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30620000/30612300/30612276/a358ea11_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel 11\. Novembra Krastmala, 33 Riga CA $94 CA $109 total Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this 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! (1,042 reviews) What a lovely hotel. The staff were friendly, the hotel was spotless, breakfast was lovely . Location was spot on. Beds comfy . Couldnt ask for anything else. Will be back . Thank you Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=30612276&PinnedHotelID=30612276&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000665334) ![Wellton Riga Hotel & SPA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11120000/11117500/11117489/w6341h4228x0y0-77a4775d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wellton Riga Hotel & SPA Valnu street 49 Riga CA $78 CA $91 total Dec 18 - Dec 19 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews) The staff were incredibly kind and friendly. The location is extremely convenient for transportation and also great for shopping. The room was very comfortable, and the breakfast offered a wide variety of choices, some of which had a lovely home-cooked feel, which was excellent. Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F12%2F2025&endDate=19%2F12%2F2025&selected=11117489&PinnedHotelID=11117489&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000665334) ![Wellton Centrum Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6560000/6559900/6559884/da91dcf3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wellton Centrum Hotel & Spa 33 Kaleju Street Riga CA $69 CA $81 total Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this 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) Clean and comfortable Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=6559884&PinnedHotelID=6559884&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000665334) [See all 648 properties in Vidzeme](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=16%2F12%2F2025&endDate=17%2F12%2F2025®ionId=3000665334) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![aparthotel Amella](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87360000/87357200/87357147/37c0ca64_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### aparthotel Amella Emilijas Benjaminas Iela 8 Riga Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Latvian Academy of Sciences ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (109 reviews) Clean , modern well equipped and helpful staff Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Riga-Hotels-Aparthotel-Amella.h87357147.Hotel-Information) ![RIGAAPARTMENT ELIZABETES 22 Aparthotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100490000/100483100/100483007/d77e92a1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### RIGAAPARTMENT ELIZABETES 22 Aparthotel 22 Elizabetes iela Riga Stay at this aparthotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, cable TV channels, and an in-room espresso maker. Popular attractions Berg's Bazaar and Vermanes Garden are ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (71 reviews) It was spotless, comfortable and the code entry efficient. We couldn’t get the stovetop to work the second morning. Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Riga-Hotels-RIGAAPARTMENT-ELIZABETES-22-Aparthotel.h100483007.Hotel-Information) ![Aparthotel Aurum](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120200000/120199300/120199272/46e5f3a6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aparthotel Aurum 113 Dzirnavu iela Rīga Stay at this aparthotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Berg's Bazaar and Palladium are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews) Great place to stay Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Riga-Hotels-Aparthotel-Aurum.h120199272.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Vidzeme](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=3000665334&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Riga-Central-Market-Old-Town-Riga.d6062765.Vacation-Attraction) ![Old Town which includes outdoor eating, dining out and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77690-Old-Town.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Riga Cathedral 5/5(6 reviews) After visiting Riga Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Riga. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.ca/Riga-Cathedral-Old-Town-Riga.d6062703.Vacation-Attraction) ![House of the Blackheads showing street scenes and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77698-House-Of-The-Blackheads.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### House of the Blackheads 4.5/5(2 reviews) Learn about the local history of Riga with a stop at House of the Blackheads. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.ca/House-Of-The-Blackheads-Old-Town-Riga.d6062741.Vacation-Attraction) ![St. Peter's Church](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77672-Riga.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St. Peter's Church 4.5/5(10 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/St-Peters-Church-Old-Town-Riga.d6062707.Vacation-Attraction) ![Town Hall](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77673-Riga.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Town Hall 5/5(1 review) Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Riga, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.ca/Town-Hall-Old-Town-Riga.d6062717.Vacation-Attraction) ![Three Brothers](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/78dd5e06bc7fa76536f794f824c15d70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Three Brothers 4.5/5(6 reviews) You can learn about the history of Riga with a visit to Three Brothers. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.ca/Three-Brothers-Old-Town-Riga.d6062723.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![5 Hour Shared Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46221573/093eca34-3d5e-424a-84fd-36b50ecc6f8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 5,5 Hour Small Group Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga CA $109 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/5.a46221573.activity-details) ![Riga: Central Market Traditional Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48316272/3758ce1f-c548-4e4e-88b6-0129d56d2d90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Riga: Central Market Traditional Food Tour in a Small Group CA $54 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/riga-central-market-traditional-food-tour-in-a-small-group.a48316272.activity-details) ![Panorama Riga top view of Riga City](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50079158/a8b46296-d92c-4bb9-87ae-f0f056db141f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Panorama Riga top view of Riga City CA $13 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/panorama-riga-top-view-of-riga-city.a50079158.activity-details) ![Gothic Spires to Guilds Riga Old Town Self Guided Walk with App](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49648893/1340e057-b79e-4611-8399-67428371ed93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gothic Spires to Guilds Riga Old Town Self Guided Walk with App CA $8 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/gothic-spires-to-guilds-riga-old-town-self-guided-walk-with-app.a49648893.activity-details) ![Riga: Entrance Ticket - House of the Black Heads](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5211228/0ec412c5-6cc1-4bf1-9df6-6a20f4b7f848.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Riga: Entrance Ticket - House of the Black Heads CA $11 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/riga-entrance-ticket-house-of-the-black-heads.a5211228.activity-details) ![Riga Art Nouveau: City Exploration Game](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5098921/824cb610-5954-4a08-8d0a-84c1b9250cd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Riga Art Nouveau Secrets: Self-Guided Puzzle Walk CA $11 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/riga-art-nouveau-secrets-self-guided-puzzle-walk.a5098921.activity-details) [See all activities in Vidzeme](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Vidzeme.d3000665334.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Vidzeme ![Riga](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77672-Riga.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Riga ![Photo by Olivia-Petra Coman](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/32cb83e1423de15c111b576877195dc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Jurmala - Cities near Vidzeme - Places of interest [Riga](https://expedia.ca/Riga.dx6056778)[Jurmala](https://expedia.ca/Jurmala.dx602212)[Vangaži](https://expedia.ca/Vangazi.dx3000025432)[Tūja](https://expedia.ca/Tuja.dx3000025451)[Rūjiena](https://expedia.ca/Rujiena.dx3000025488)[Rauna](https://expedia.ca/Rauna.dx3000025501) - [Riga Central Market ](https://expedia.ca/Riga-Central-Market-Old-Town-Riga.d6062765.Vacation-Attraction) - [St. Peter's Church ](https://expedia.ca/St-Peters-Church-Old-Town-Riga.d6062707.Vacation-Attraction) - [Freedom Monument ](https://expedia.ca/Freedom-Monument-Centrs.d6062711.Vacation-Attraction) - [National Library of Latvia ](https://expedia.ca/National-Library-Of-Latvia-Zemgale-Suburb.d553248621558012049.Vacation-Attraction) - [Turaida Castle ](https://expedia.ca/Turaida-Castle-Sigulda.d6117708.Vacation-Attraction) - [Dzintari Forest Park ](https://expedia.ca/Dzintari-Forest-Park-Jurmala.d6193276.Vacation-Attraction) - [Livu Akvaparks ](https://expedia.ca/Livu-Akvaparks-Jurmala.d553248621532522590.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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