Skanste

Riga

Popular places to visit

Riga Central Market which includes markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Riga Central Market

4.5/5(142 reviews)

See why this huge market is affectionately known as Riga's belly when you browse hundreds of stalls for fresh produce and Latvian specialties.

Riga Central Market
Old Town showing night scenes, outdoor eating and dining out

Riga Cathedral

4/5(111 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Riga when you spend time at Riga Cathedral. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Riga Cathedral
St. Peter's Church

St. Peter's Church

4.5/5(102 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.

St. Peter's Church
House of the Blackheads which includes heritage architecture and street scenes

House of the Blackheads

4.5/5(50 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Riga when you spend time at House of the Blackheads. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.

House of the Blackheads
Three Brothers

Three Brothers

4/5(90 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Riga with a trip to Three Brothers. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this culturally rich area.

Three Brothers
Freedom Monument featuring a statue or sculpture and a monument

Freedom Monument

4/5(129 reviews)

This large historic monument near Riga’s Old Town is a national shrine of great importance where public ceremonies are held.

Freedom Monument

Things to do

The Hill of Crosses

Tour from Riga - Vilnius via Bauska, Rundale, The Hill of Crosses

S$142
per adult
Tour from Riga - Vilnius via Bauska, Rundale, The Hill of Crosses
the Hill of Crosses

Tour from Vilnius - Riga via The Hill of Crosses, Rundale, Bauska

S$142
per adult
Tour from Vilnius - Riga via The Hill of Crosses, Rundale, Bauska
Full Day Tour Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska Castle

2 countries! Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska castle

S$194
per adult
2 countries! Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska castle
Riga: Entrance Ticket - House of the Black Heads

Riga: Entrance Ticket - House of the Black Heads

S$10
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Riga: Entrance Ticket - House of the Black Heads
The Best Of Riga Walking Tour

The Best Of Riga Walking Tour

S$28
per adult
The Best Of Riga Walking Tour
Riga Medieval combined walking/transportation guided tour

Riga Medieval combined walking/transportation guided tour

S$103
per adult
Riga Medieval combined walking/transportation guided tour
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Top hotels in Skanste

Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
5 out of 5
11. Novembra Krastmala, 33, Riga
The price is S$127 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
S$127
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star 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! (1,014 reviews)
Excellent location in the old town. Nice hotel
"The hotel was very nice and well located, but the reception didn't answer the phone and housekeeping did not make our room because we forgot to put the sign outside the room asking them to do it"

Reviewed on 4 Jul, 2025

Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga
Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga
4.5 out of 5
55 Elizabetes Street, Riga
The price is S$156 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
S$156
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"The hotel was nice and rooms were a good size with comfortable beds. However, on floor 2 you can be near some clubs that can make it difficult to sleep on the weekend."

Reviewed on 23 Jun, 2025

Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga
Opera Hotel
Opera Hotel
4 out of 5
33 Raina Blvd, Riga
The price is S$102 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
S$102
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Origo Shopping Centre and Latvian National ...
8/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"good location to old town a nd all amenities good sized room and under floor heating in bathroom an extra luxury"

Reviewed on 16 Jun, 2025

Opera Hotel
Wellton Riga Hotel & SPA
Wellton Riga Hotel & SPA
4 out of 5
Valnu street 49, Riga
The price is S$116 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
S$116
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (1,006 reviews)
Thank you.
"Everything was lovely.Especially the service in the reception."

Reviewed on 13 Jun, 2025

Wellton Riga Hotel & SPA
Riga Islande Hotel with FREE parking
Riga Islande Hotel with FREE parking
4.5 out of 5
Kipsalas iela 2, Riga
The price is S$96 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
S$96
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Everything excellent"

Reviewed on 2 Jul, 2025

Riga Islande Hotel with FREE parking
Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel
Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel
4.5 out of 5
73 Elizabetes Street, Riga
The price is S$162 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
S$162
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews)
Good hotel - not an evening meal venue
"Lovely hotel on edge of one of parks, 15 min walk into Old Town. Reception team very good. Rooms spacious and clean. Evening restaurant staff poor. Sat 20 mins waiting for menu or offer of drinks so walked out and complained to reception - went elsewhere. Does not appear to be an evening meal venue ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jul, 2025

Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Skanste

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Brasa

You'll appreciate the historical sites during your time in Brasa and you might want to plan a stop by Arena Riga and Skonto Stadium while you're in the area.

Brasa
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Andrejsala

You'll enjoy the restaurants and waterfront in Andrejsala. You might want to make time for a stop at Riga City Yacht Club or Andrejosta.

Andrejsala
Latvian Art Museum showing a statue or sculpture

Centrs

4.5/5(135 area reviews)

Centrs is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Latvian Art Museum and Cathedral of Christ's Nativity while in the area.

Centrs
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Grizinkalns

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Grizinkalns and you might want to plan a stop by Galleria Riga Shopping Center and Arena Riga while you're in the area.

Grizinkalns
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Avoti

Avoti is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can plan an outing to Galleria Riga Shopping Center and Cathedral of Christ's Nativity while you're in town.

Avoti
Riga featuring heritage architecture

Vidzeme Suburb

2/5(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.

Vidzeme Suburb

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