Riga is an incredible blend of interesting history, impressive architecture, fun places to party and plenty of activities to suit everyone. It is the perfect place for a city break, but how do you see the best of the city if you only have 3 days in Riga? This is your perfect long weekend in Riga itinerary.
A short drive from the exciting city of Riga lies the remarkable Gauja National Park. Cool castles, perfect pine trees and Soviet history all coexist in Sigulda. If you have time, it is worth sticking around Gauja to experience everything it has to offer. However, if you are only in Riga for a short time, why not make it an epic day trip from Riga?!
Arriving at Vilnius Airport, there is a poster that says, “I didn’t know where Vilnius was…Luckily, my pilot did”. This seems to be the common thread for Vilnius. People have heard of it, people may even have looked at flights but not a lot of people know where it is and just what a gem they are missing. It is a wonderful spot for a city break or as a jumping-off point for wider Baltic explorations. However you choose to visit, if you have 3 days in Vilnius, this is your perfect Vilnius Itinerary…in fact, if you only have 2 days in Vilnius then it is pretty good too!
Telling people you are travelling to Estonia AND Finland in one trip can leave them goggle-eyed. It sounds like a great migration but did you know you can travel between them in just two and a half hours? The best way to do so is undoubtedly the Tallinn Helsinki ferry run by Eckerö Line. Join us as we head across the Gulf of Finland for this Eckerö Line review.
A medieval theme restaurant where the waiting staff wear costumes and the menu is all very”Ye Olde”…? Anywhere else, I would say that it sounds tacky BUT….and this is a big BUT…Olde Hansa is the most intriguing restaurant in Tallinn. Sure you might end up taking a shot with one hand on your head as the waiter cheers you on (yes, there is video proof) but the traditions and history of the building and the utter passion that the staff and owners have for them is astonishing. It is like a living museum. So what is the coolest medieval restaurant in Tallinn? Olde Hansa without a doubt! Find out why in our Olde Hansa review.
If you only have one weekend to dash to The Baltics, may we humbly suggest that you choose to spend your time in Tallinn. This fairytale capital is full of history and around every corner, you will find a little spot that is utterly enchanting. So, how can you make the most of Tallinn in 2 days? What can you cram in, what should you see and what should you eat? This is your itinerary for the perfect city break in Tallinn.
To take to the skies in a wicker basket is a very cool thing to do, and something you might only get to experience once in your life. It’s pretty rare. Even rarer is the chance to fly in a hot air balloon above a capital city. London? No. New York? Definitely not! How about Vilnius? Well, yes actually. For a totally unique perspective of this gorgeous little city, we chose Padangiu Geles for a trip up and up away in their sky flowers above Vilnius. Join us for this full Padangiu Geles review.
AirBaltic is Latvia’s national airline, although you would never know it. Great prices and a lack of flag in their logo makes it seem like a private company, rather than 80% state-owned. Mind you, I only know this with hindsight. When I checked in for my airBaltic flight to Riga, I just thought they were a low-cost carrier in the Baltics and so I had no prior expectations. Here is my airBaltic business class review on the Airbus A220-300 from London to Riga.
Travelling to Riga? Check out our Long Weekend in Riga Itinerary HERE
