Riga Travel Forum

Hi VTers

I fly into Tallinn Sunday morning 3 March and then out of Riga late Saturday (8th). I plan to get a bus from Tallinn to Riga mid-week but I'm not sure when exactly. I know it all comes down to personal opinion but I've heard that Tallinn isn't that exciting and that Riga is much more appealing. Where do you all recommend I spend more time in?

Also: any must-see and must-do tips would be fabulous! Thanks.

Take the ferry over to Helsinki.

I've already been to Helsinki - I want to split my time between Riga and Tallinn.

Personally, I prefer Tallinn. (Have spent around 3 months or so in each city, and I'm in Riga at the moment :o) The old towns are quite small(ish) in both cities, and very different - in my opinion, Tallinn is much more pleasant (the old town prettier with its medieval town walls and towers, people are generally friendlier and service slightly better)

Riga is bigger, has more sights, things to do and see. So you might need to spend more time time in RIGA, to be able to do and see everything. Tallinn is smaller and need less time. Just plan a bit more time in Riga and you will be fine with both cities. Otherwise you don't need to choose - you do the right thing going to both cities - they are both fantastic.