Title: Visit Old Town Riga: Best of Old Town Riga, Riga Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Old Town Riga](https://expedia.ca/Old-Town-Riga-Riga-Hotels.0-n6170999-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Riga](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Riga.d6056778.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Riga](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Riga.d6056778.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Old Town Riga Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Old-Town-Riga.d6170999.Car-Rental-Guide)[Old Town Riga Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Old-Town-Riga.d6170999.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Old Town Riga ## Riga ![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=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Old Town featuring street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77687-Old-Town.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) ![Old Town which includes markets, heritage architecture and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77677-Riga.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![House of the Blackheads which includes a square or plaza and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77699-House-Of-The-Blackheads.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Old Town Riga Things to do Where to stay [Riga travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Riga.dx6056778) #### Ancient churches, a presidential home and the remains of a medieval defensive wall make a stroll through the historical centre of Riga a stimulating adventure. Riga’s Old Town, known as Vecrīga in Latvian, is an enchanting maze of cobbled streets and brightly colored buildings that date back as far as the 13th century. Although it exudes an aura of centuries past, the Old Town is no living museum. This vibrant neighbourhood buzzes throughout the day and night with sightseers, shoppers and diners. It is also where the country’s laws are made. Begin your tour at the remaining section of the defensive wall that used to surround the Old Town. Nearby, walk through the 17th-century Swedish Gate, the only surviving gate to the old city. Stop by the 15th-century Riga Castle, the official residence of the President of Latvia. See more of Riga’s historic structures when you visit the Three Brothers. Constructed between the 15th and 17th centuries, these are the oldest stone residential buildings in the city. Each property has its own architectural style, reflecting the different era in which it was built. The Old Town is also a place where you can see a number of historic churches. Find St. George’s Church, an early 13th-century church in white dolomite. This is the oldest building in Riga and is now home to the Museum of Decorative Arts and Design. Also worth seeing is the Gothic-style St. Jacob’s Cathedral, which is next door to the Saeima, the Latvian parliament. When you need a break from walking, enjoy a coffee at one of the many open-air cafés found throughout the neighbourhood. In the evening, the Old Town is a lively place to grab a drink or dine on some traditional Latvian dishes like rasols, a potato salad or karbonāde, breaded pork chops. One of the best times of year to visit the Old Town is during the annual Christmas fair. Learn about Latvian holiday customs, sample specialty Christmas foods and shop for local handcrafts.The Old Town is located on the east side of the Daugava River. This area is a popular spot for strolling, dining and shopping year-round. --- ### Popular places to visit ![Riga Central Market featuring street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77707-Riga-Food-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Riga Central Market See why this huge market is affectionately known as Riga's belly when you browse hundreds of stalls for fresh produce and Latvian specialties. [](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 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) ![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 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) ![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 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. 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