Weekend in Riga: The Best 2-Day Plan (Without Rushing)

Quick take

The weekend structure

Saturday: Old Town + canal walk + cozy night. Sunday: Art Nouveau + market + one museum if needed. Keep it tight and you’ll enjoy it more.

2-day itinerary

The detailed weekend plan.

Romantic places

A few calm evening options.

Where it is

Riga’s most famous Art Nouveau street — best early for quieter photos and details.

Nearby (walkable)

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Alberta iela (Art Nouveau) — Riga’s most famous Art Nouveau street — best early for quieter photos and details.
Bastejkalna Park — A gentle green corridor between the center and Old Town — ideal for a reset walk.
Esplanāde Park — A central green pocket that’s perfect between museums and boulevards.
Freedom Monument — The symbolic heart of Riga — a natural meeting point for a city-center walking route.
Kronvalda Park — A calm, leafy stroll near the canal — great for a slower afternoon.
Latvian National Museum of Art — A solid museum anchor for a slower afternoon (especially in winter).
Riga Art Nouveau Museum — A small, high-impact stop if you love interior details and design history.