Places to Go in Latvia

Latvia boasts a stunning coastline with 310 mi / 499 km of sandy beaches and pine-covered dunes. The enchanting capital, and UNESCO World Heritage Site, Riga, showcases the largest concentration of German Art Nouveau architecture. Beyond Riga is where you’ll discover Jurmala’s spa retreat, Kuldige’s riverside charm, and Cesis’ medieval castle. Explore the fascinating caves and geology of Gauja National Park before stepping into the past with a visit to the Araisi Lake Dwelling, a wooden Viking-era settlement, and to the 16th-century Rundale Palace, one of the two major baroque palaces built for the Dukes of Courtland.