1 day · Riga itinerary

Riga in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in Riga? You can explore the old town and Art Nouveau gems. Here is how to spend one perfect day in Riga — plus the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

1House of the Blackheads
2St Peter’s & Three Brothers
3Art Nouveau district
4Central Market

Morning: the old town

Walk the House of the Blackheads and St Peter’s.

Midday: Art Nouveau

Admire the decorated facades of Alberta iela.

Afternoon: Central Market

Taste Latvian flavours at the great market.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Riga — prices per person.

Riga

Gotico Guglie alle Gilde Riga Old Town Passeggiata autonoma con App

Tour a piedi della città vecchia e dell'Art Nouveau di Riga

4.2(15)·3 ore

da$163/ persona

via Viator

Riga in 1 day — FAQ

Can you see Riga in one day?

Yes — you can explore the old town and House of the Blackheads, admire the Art Nouveau district, and taste Latvian flavours at the Central Market in a day, as the centre is compact and walkable.

What is the best one-day Riga tour?

An old-town walking tour with an Art Nouveau tour and a Central Market food tour is the most rewarding way to see Riga in a day.

How much does one day in Riga cost?

Budget roughly €20–€50 per person for a walking tour and a food or Art Nouveau tour — Riga is excellent value, with the old town free to wander.