Latvia
Latvia was one of our big surprises in 2023! Riga turned out to be one of our favorite cities. It was such a wonderful place to stay, and we will definitely return.
Baltic Travel Guides
15 Cheap European Cities you Must Visit Now (includes map)
These are cheap European cities we’ve visited, and places we think deserve a place on everyone’s bucket list in 2025.…
Best Things to Do for First Timers Visiting Warsaw (with map)
Arriving in Poland at the Warsaw Airport For first-timers, planning a stay in Warsaw, the capital of Poland, is not…
The Best Things to Do in Vilnius, Lithuania (includes map)
Hugged by Latvia, Poland, Belarus, and a Russian exclave, Kaliningrad, sits the last country of our Baltic States adventure –…
The 6 Best Things to Do in Tallinn, Estonia Now (includes map)
Tallinn was one of our favorite stops on our European tour After a short ferry ride from Helsinki, Finland, we…
The Best Places to Visit in Krakow (includes map)
Krakow, Poland is beautiful city! Visiting Krakow, Poland is a trip that embodies the rich history, culture, and culinary traditions…
The Best Things to Do in Riga, Latvia (includes map)
From Tallinn, Estonia, we made our way during our retirement travel to the capital of Latvia, Riga, set on the…
Latvia Facts:
Capital: Riga
Language: Latvian
Monetary Unit: Euro (EUR)
Population: 1.8 Million
Total Area: 24,938 Square Miles
National Parks: 4
Types of Electrical Plugs: F
Best Time to Visit Latvia:
We think avoiding the extremes of hot and cold in the Austria weather is a good visit strategy. Our recommendation for the best time to visit Vienna is May, June and September. You will find wonderful daytime temperatures and cool evenings.
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