Riga (/ ˈriːɡə / ⓘ REE-gə) [a] is the capital, primate, and largest city of Latvia and the second largest in the Baltics. Home to 591,882 inhabitants (as of 2025), [10] the city accounts for a third of Latvia's …

Save this place to a Trip, where you can track your faves and get personalized picks as you plan. The Latvian capital, the largest city in the Baltics, is a fascinating mixture of proud Latvian tradition and …

Riga is the capital of Latvia. It occupies both banks of the Daugava (Western Dvina) River, 9 miles (15 km) above its mouth on the Gulf of Riga. It is an important Baltic Sea port.

Rīga Airport is the largest airport in the Baltic states, which makes it a popular place to fly into whether you are just visiting Latvia or heading on to Lithuania or Estonia. After arriving at Rīga Airport, look …

Steeped in over 800 years of history and recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage site, Old Riga is the heart and soul of Latvia’s capital. Many nations have helped build this unique place, and famous …

Riga is a great destination for everyone. Business opportunities, art galleries, museums, hiking and much more you will find in Riga!

Riga (pop. 650 000) is the largest city in the Baltic States. Together with suburbs, it contains almost half of Latvia’s inhabitants. Nearly all major Latvian businesses are headquartered in Riga and foreign …

Feb 20, 2026 · Riga’s Complicated History Founded in 1201 by German crusaders on the Daugava River, it became a wealthy medieval trading port linking Russia and Western Europe. The Old Town, …

Apr 17, 2020 · The capital of Latvia, Riga, captivates both locals and visitors with its unique blend of modern living and rich historical heritage. It is an attractive destination for travelers from around the …

Sep 11, 2025 · Riga is famous for its Old Town (Vecrīga) and city center (Centrs), in which over 800 buildings are of the Art Nouveau (aka Jugendstil) style of architecture. The old town of Riga is a …