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Currency
Euro (EUR)
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Language
Latvian
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Time Zone
EET (UTC+2)
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Best Time to Visit
May–Sep
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Typical Duration
7-14 nights
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Price Range
From $854 pp
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Port Type
Port of Call
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Tender Port
No
Gateway to the Baltic's medieval charm, offering cruisers access to Riga's stunning Art Nouveau architecture, vibrant Old Town, and rich cultural heritage.
Build Your Day in Riga
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 4:00 PM
Usually about 8 hours ashore
Getting around:
Riga Central Market
Had alot of fun stuff to do and also had many items to buy.
🕐 Closed · Opens 7:30 AM
Shopping Center Origo
It offers a good selection of outlets in the food court on 4th floor.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
AKROPOLE Rīga
Wide assortment of brands , but no H&M...
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Akropole Alfa - Shopping center
Nice mall, lots of brands, free parking, spacy and clean.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Domina
Wide selection of stores, clean environment, and a comfortable atmosphere.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Riga Plaza
The mall is clean and modern, and there’s ample parking available.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Galerija Centrs
It's a well-made, well organised mall with brands and expensive stuff.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
House of the Black Heads
The entrance fee is affordable and definitely worth it for the experience.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
The Freedom Monument
Fantastic place to take pictures and videos for content.
Stockmann
Very good clothes for adequate prices!
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM
Ala Pagrabs
The food was delicious, and the drink selection was excellent.
🕐 Closes soon · 1 AM
St. Peter's Church
Great concert piano & Violin.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Olimpia
There’s a good variety of shops, and the atmosphere is calm and pleasant.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Galleria Riga
Plenty of small shops in quite tiny place+ cafes, restaurants and a bank
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Skyline bar
Great rooftop bar with amazing city views and a relaxed vibe.
🕐 Closes soon · 1 AM
Rozengrāls (Vinarium civitatis rigensis)
Fantastic atmosphere with uniquely served delicious dishes.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Italissimo
Atmosphere, food, everything - top notch, perfection!
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Pētergailis, restorāns
I had great food in a nice atmosphere and with a very attentive service.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Via Jurmala Outlet Village
Large selection of Boss, Armani, Stone Island (all original, I checked).
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Bar "Riga Black Magic"
Great atmosphere, lovely drinks and amazing services from the staffs.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Domini Canes
Nice interior, beautiful presentation of the food, creative menu.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM
Rīgas Rātslaukums
A bell tower and a porch with Tuscan columns completed the building.
The Armoury Bar
Cosy bar, good music and excellent drinks.
Street Fries Kitchen
... ambiance, lovely & attentive service but most of all fabulous food.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
Riviera
Perfect flavors, stunning presentation, and a refined atmosphere.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Beef Eater's
Amazing food, amazing staff, price is high but for this it’s 100% worth it.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Andante | Vinyl Bar Riga
Cozy spot with nice drinks, fun music and a modern yet retro vibe!
Cloud Nine
Great location to enjoy creative cocktails in a lounge type atmosphere.
Secret event
Lovely bar, good vibe, friendly bar tenders and excellent music.
🕐 Closes soon · 1 AM
Distillers Republic -Local Craft Distillery & Bar
Loved this bar the drinks the ambience and the music was fantastic .
Clayton McNamaras Drinking Emporium - Super Hero's Bar in Riga
Such a cool bar, with a great atmosphere, interior and STUNNING cocktails!
Le Dome Restaurant
Awesome service, amazing food, great wine selection.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM
Baltā Kaza
Incredibly creative menu with attention to every single detail.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM
nosaints | hidden bar
It has a wonderful, intimate atmosphere and inventive cocktails.
🕐 Closes soon · 1 AM
HEX cocktail bar
Friendly and attentive bar tender, unique atmosphere and techno music.
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 PM
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Riga
Riga has emerged as a vibrant hub for Northern European cruising, with ten major cruise lines calling at this Baltic jewel. Whether you're embarking on a 7-night voyage or enjoying a port of call, you'll find excellent options here—from mainstream favorites like Norwegian Cruise Line and MSC Cruises to luxury lines including Seabourn, Silversea, and Viking Ocean Cruises. With nearly 200 cruises scheduled annually and peak seasons running from May through September, Riga offers plenty of opportunities to explore this fascinating corner of the Baltic.
Once ashore, you'll discover why passengers consistently return to this port. The UNESCO-listed Old Town enchants visitors with its medieval architecture and charming cobblestone streets, while the city's renowned Art Nouveau district showcases stunning early 20th-century buildings. Whether you have a few hours or a full day in port, Riga's compact and walkable center makes it easy to experience the best of Latvia's capital before returning to your ship.
Once ashore, you'll discover why passengers consistently return to this port. The UNESCO-listed Old Town enchants visitors with its medieval architecture and charming cobblestone streets, while the city's renowned Art Nouveau district showcases stunning early 20th-century buildings. Whether you have a few hours or a full day in port, Riga's compact and walkable center makes it easy to experience the best of Latvia's capital before returning to your ship.
Cruise Lines at Riga
- MSC Cruises (85 cruises)
- Norwegian Cruise Line (26 cruises)
- Viking Ocean Cruises (24 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (23 cruises)
- Seabourn (20 cruises)
- Explora Journeys (15 cruises)
- Silversea (13 cruises)
- Holland America Line (9 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (4 cruises)
- Atlas Ocean Voyages (1 cruise)
- The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection (1 cruise)
