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Things to Do in Riga

The cobbled streets of Old Town are the perfect place to start your holiday to Riga. This section of the city is remarkable enough to have been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, so bring your camera! You’ll want to grab some snaps of the gorgeous old buildings, and while you’re at it, you can easily tuck into shops and restaurants for a taste of local goods and foods.

While in Old Town, be sure to pop by the House of the Blackheads. No, this isn't where acne conventions are held—when first constructed in the 14th century, it provided headquarters and housing for the Blackheads trading guild. These days, it's a stunning structure you’ll want to stare at for a good long while. Though the original building was destroyed during World War II, it was fully rebuilt in 1999 and closely resembles its 14th-century self.

We talked about opera, and if you can’t wait to hear the fat lady sing, head for the Latvian National Opera. This opulent theatre offers very affordable productions and is centrally located to many hotels in Riga.

Getting to and Around Riga

You’ll probably fly into Riga International Airport (RIX), located 10 kilometres from the city's centre. Your best bet is to take the bus from the airport to the city, as taxis are not regulated and can be quite pricey. Once in the city, you can use public transport or choose to hoof it. Hey, you might as well walk off all that yummy food you’re going to ingest! If that’s a little too daunting, then just grab one of Wotif’s car hire options and explore at your own pace.

When looking for Riga hotels, don't bother wobbling about on other sites. Go with Wotif to take care the “Riga-rous” work of holiday planning.