Latvia Travel Forum

Whats the best way to get from the airport into Riga centre. There are 2 of us and we don't mind using public transport instead of taxis as we will be arrivig at lunchtime.

How widely is english spoken in Riga, eg how likely am l to find an english speaking taxi driver?

This is a pre-paid SIM card. I believe that the credit is only valid for 3 months.


Is there any way to prolong the time for which the credit is valid?


If I buy a top-up card, can I save it for later use?




Thx




ulf

My plane arrives to Riga airport rather late.
Please let me know at what time the latest bus starts from Riga bus station to Ventspils? And when starts the first one in the morning? Thanks.

hi

as said going to riga in october and I cannot buy lats here,,i live in uk.
The only place is the post office but they want 350 pounds minimum.

Can i use euro's in riga or is there a guaranteed place at the airport to get lats at 8 oclock at night

thanks for any help

hi

Going to riga for a few days oct 10th, a problem is the plane wont arrive till 8 o'clock in the evening and I assume it will be dark. I know I can get the 20 or 22a I think into town but where at the airport do they actually stop. The best I have now is behing the car park?????

Also I will have my wife and daughter with me,,,,how safe is riga at that time in the evening.

Thanks for any help
regards

We recently visited Riga and had a great time. However, we did not have a chance at the airport to exchange our Latvian money. I think we have about $300 worth. We've tried the Paris and Atlanta airports and they won't change it and we've called several banks. Any ideas?? Anybody going to Latvia soon in the Atlanta area that wants to make a change?

My husband and I would like to rent a car and drive through Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, and just stop at hotels or bed and breakfasts along the way. Due to work, we only have about 8 days, will this be enough time? How far is everything? Thanks!

Hello; anybody knows if is possible to enter at the Ortodox Cathedral? wich is its hourly?; in many guides appears as a follows:
-8 am; 5 pm
-saturday: 7 am; 9´30 am; 5 pm;
-sunday: 8 am; 10 am; 5 pm;
...but i don´t know if that is the mass hourly or time to visit
any advise?
many thanks in advance.

I am coming to Riga in September, and I'm planning to take a buss to Tallin.
Should I book the buss ticket in advance? Or is it okay to get it when I come to Riga? Is it cheaper to book on line or while in Riga?

Maren:)

How to cross into Estonia, from Latvia (at murati checkpoint)?

Is there any public transportation from Aluksne, Latvia (or nearby) to Misso, Estonia (on the way to Voru)? I need to cross the Latvian/Estonian border at the Murati checkpoint.

Thanks

I'm thinking about going to Riga in december

I have some doubts, althought

- Is Riga (Ryanair airport) far form the city center?
- At what time it gets dark by that time?
- Do you know any hostel/hostal/hotel cheap and nice?


Thank you in advance

catarina

I'm thinking about going to Frankfurt in december

I have some doubts, althought

- Is frankurt hann (Ryanair airport) far form the city center?
- At what time it gets dark by that time?
- Do you know any hostel/hostal/hotel cheap and nice?


Thank you in advance

catarina

Hello; can anybody advise me about a zone to stay in Riga? I´m not interesting in partys or discos or drunks; i want completly avoid that (if it is possible); wich zone you recommend to choose hotel: inside old town or outside?
thank you.

If anyone knows if there in Riga is also handicap taxis with lift.
We have booked trip to Riga, and my hubby has motor wheel chair.
Haven´t get any answer from Taxi-service of Riga.

Hello

I am travelling to Lithuania on the 18th July and will be flying into Riga, arriving at midday. I plan to take a bus from Riga to Siauliai, and believe one leaves at 17.00. Is it possible to buy bus tickets on the day, and where might the bus leave from? Also, are there any musical instrument shops in the city centre/near the bus station? I might buy a very cheap guitar!

Thanks

Duncan

Has anyone rented a car in Riga for touring? It dones not matter if the car is new. We want to rent a cheap reliable car with a/c. It would save us much time if we found out from someone who rented one in Riga and was satisfied. We will only be using the car in the three Baltic States.

Thank you in advance.

We did find this company with used cars and I think insurance is coverd as well. Have you heard of it?

http://www.piche.lv/eng/auto/car_rent

Thank you again.
Don

What corner of Latvia is considered the most pristine, (naturally)?

I've heard Daugavpilis is to be avoided as it's just a soviet style factory city, also I heard Ventspilis is just a big port, and the Gauja National Park area (Sigulda) is more of a tourist destination for castles, and monuments. My question is which corners of Latvia are best (maybe there's only one) for natural, untouched landscapes and breathtaking pristine views?

Perhaps it's Letgale region? Let me know your thoughts. Thanks

The best of Latvia (nature)...

I am planning a 2 week Latvia trip focusing on pristine nature, and the great outdoors. If you know of any places off the beaten track (especially since I am going in summer, and I don't want to go to touristy places, especially tourist traps, rather quiet, untouched natural areas of Latvia, and Estonia (but that's another thread). Anyways, if you have visited Latvia, and are fond of nature, photography, and hiking, please help me. Thanks.

WHAT I'M LOOKING FOR:
1) memorable/dramatic scenery, landscape photography, or specifically where to find the best (viewpoints, vistas, natural views, panoramas, etc..)
2) also looking for the unique outdoors, and other amazing, breathtaking views?

WHAT I'VE FOUND SO FAR:
-Talsi, Lake Usma, Moricsala reserve (camping), Kolkasrags (Cape Kolka)
-Sigualda, Gauja National Park (but I am afraid it will be really touristy here)
-Latgale Upland (I'm not sure what's here or if it's all that great)?

Latvia food (required editing):
Ķimeņu siers, pickled mushroom, Borscht, Biezpien maizītes, Pīrāgi, Sklandu rauši, (Skaba Putra), Rasols, Biesu zupa,Siļķe ar biezpienu

2nd hand clothing store in Riga?

I am looking for a 2nd hand clothing store in Latvia? Is there such a thing? In North America, and Europe it's kind of popular, with chain stores like Value Village, and they go by the name of Thrift shops, or 2nd hand shops. Usually, a pair of good quality, laundered pants sells for about 2 or 3 euros. Nicer shirts for 4 or 5 euros. Usually, there is nothing over 20 euros in the store.

Can I find this here?

Thanks

Halo VT friends,
I plan to make a long road trip by my motorhome. The first part it will be at middle of June,. Starting from Greece and getting up to Sankt-Peterburg.
I am thinking to spend about a week in Latvia. I am more interesting in historical places and nice landscape than lay in any beach. Riga seems to be very interesting to stay the most. Any advice from a good camping place?
I have found some, like:
Riga City Camping, Riga, 63 Zeltplätze
Hotel ABC camping Sampetera str. 139a,
Witch one you thing? Or maybe there are more near by?
Thanks in advance,
Nikolas

Hi, we are planning to stay 1 night in Riga, arriving at 5 pm, 13 June, and leaving next day 11.5 am, does anybody have any suggestions about where to visit, or which area is better to book a hotel?
I would be thankful if anybody recommend us what are the must sees or amazing places in Riga.

Does anyone know what's going on in Riga from 17th of June to 21st of June? Do people celebrate Midsummer there at that point of time and if they do how does it show? Is there something special going on or is the city completely empty?

A friend and me are having a mini break in Riga in mid June. What i would like to know is the best way to transfer from airport to my hotel(Hotel Vikorija) I usually pay for airport transfers tho the companys on the net , but it is coming up at silly prices(Up to £104 (A2b transfers). What public transfers are avaible . what i need to know is what bus number i need and where to get off. If any one knows a firm that offer transfers at a sensible price please let me know.(About £20 return) Also any ideas of places andstatements on the night life would be appriciated. Thanx in advance

Dear All,

I am planning to be in Stockholm at the beginning of August.
And definetely need to visit Riga for several days.

Please advice me the cheapest ferry way from Stockholm to Riga and back.
One year ago there was the same question and adviced link
http://www.tallinksilja.com/en

But I find the price for return ticket 272EUR too high for me.

Could you please advice.

Thank you.

Please give me a piece of advice where in Riga or surroundings may I found cheap accomodation (2 adults). Room with bathroom and approach to the kitchen or small appartment.

Please give me a piece of advice where in Riga or surroundings may I found cheap accomodation (2 adults). Room with bathroom and approach to the kitchen or small appartment.

At the risk of being deleted as inappropriate post, let me post this request :)
Can someone tell me where I can find the meaning of the song "Dziesma ar ko tu sācies?" and "saule, perkons, daugava"?
Thanks a ton.

Hi Everyone,
I will be flying London - Vilnius in June and have a 5 hour layover in RIX between my flights. I arrive in RIX at 17:50 and my flight to VNO departs at 23:00. Do I have time for a short visit to Riga? I have never been and heard that it's a fantastic city. Of course I do not expect to get any real experience from such a short visit but it would be nice to at least see some sights. How long is the trip to the old town from the airport? Can I leave my luggage at the airport? What are the sights you would see with such a limited time?
I was thinking around an hour to get to the city (@19:00), spend 2 hours wandering around (until 21:00) and then another hour to get back to the airport (@22:00) should be enough time to make my flight. Any ideas or suggestions would be welcome.
Liels paldies!

Folks, I am planning to spend two days in Sigulda/Cesis. I am not sure whether to stay in Sigulda or Cesis. Any suggestion on which place (and may be which hotel/guesthouse)?
I dont plan to do any adrenaline pumping activity. Just see the town and relax in the park sort of. I am completely dependent on public transport. I prefer to stay in a clean and safe place and dont need things like TV, AC etc. At this time, I am inclined towards Livkalns at sigulda, but looks like it is bit far from the town center (1km?).