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Rest in Latvia in winter is a real journey through the snow-capped castles of the Middle Ages, it is an opportunity to take part in the best Christmas and New Year festivities, walk and make a wish along the old decorated streets. In this article, we will plan a trip and find out the prices for air tickets, find the cheapest ones, book the best hotels and draw up a vacation program.
Where is the best place to go for your winter vacation? It depends on the personal preference of the tourists.
Rest in Riga - acquaintance with the history of the country, its customs and traditions, visiting ancient castles. Riga is the richest city in Latvia in terms of architectural buildings, cathedrals, excursions.
Winter Jurmala is the beauty of nature, parks, ideal for lovers of winter walks in the open air. Rest in Jurmala for the New Year is an excellent choice for a tourist; some of the largest and most spectacular festivities take place here.
Prices for holidays in Latvia in winter
Let's start planning your vacation with the cost of a flight from Moscow and other Russian cities, then move on to finding great accommodation options with good reviews and ratings.
Airfare to Latvia
The cost of air tickets to Latvia from Moscow depends on the chosen airline, the cheapest round-trip ticket in December will cost 8500 thousand rubles per person.
The average price from December to February on the round-trip system will be from 14,800 to 18,500 thousand rubles.
- Flight cost calendar:
You can buy cheap plane tickets to Riga and other European cities with the help of Aviasales, the search engine is looking for the cheapest flights from all airlines.
The best hotels in Latvia in the center
For winter holidays, we recommend the proven and best hotels in Latvia, these options are popular among guests, we advise you to book rooms here in advance.
Hotels in the center of Riga:
- Bellevue Park Hotel is a four-star hotel located in the center of Old Riga within walking distance of the main attractions. Rooms with all conveniences, a tour desk, accepts guests with pets. There is an indoor pool, massage room, gym, spa center, sauna, solarium. Cost per day - from 4800 thousand rubles.
- Hotel Bergs is a five-star hotel located in the very center of the city. Convenient location, excellent transport interchange, within walking distance of the city's attractions. The hotel provides its guests with rooms of various categories with all conveniences. There is a spa, massage room, sauna. A wide variety of cuisines, from European to traditional. The territory has its own infrastructure, consisting of a library, various shops. Cost per day - from 8800 thousand rubles.
- Radisson Blu is a 4-star hotel located in the heart of the city and the rooms have everything you need. The hotel has a very varied cuisine. Recreation areas: SPA center, swimming pool, sauna, steam bath, massage room. There are special rooms for smoking guests. Cost per day - from 4900 thousand rubles.
The best hotels in the center of Jurmala:
- Semara HHotel Lielupe & Conferences 4 * is an excellent hotel with comfortable rooms, free Wi-Fi and a parking area. There is a playground and childcare, indoor pool, fitness center, tennis court, massage parlor, Turkish bath and sauna.
It offers a varied menu and car rental. There are special rooms for visitors with pets, rooms for people with disabilities. The cost per day is from 4800 thousand rubles.
- Hotel Jurmala & Conference Center 4 * is an excellent hotel with all conveniences, there are rooms of various categories. It offers an indoor pool, fitness center, massage room, solarium, sauna, own shops on the territory of the hotel. Also a tour desk, conference room. Guests with pets are accepted, there are specially equipped rooms for people with disabilities. Cost per day from - 5600 thousand rubles.
- KURSHI Hotel & SPA 4 * is a comfortable hotel with rooms of various categories. There is free Wi-Fi, a playground for children, various spa treatments, massages from qualified specialists, a sauna, a Turkish bath. Pets are accepted. Cost per day - from 4500 thousand rubles.
Rental housing in Latvia, prices
Another equally popular way to stay in Latvia on your own is to rent an apartment for a week or for a long period, consider prices for private offers without intermediaries.
If you want to rent an apartment in Riga from the owner, pay attention to the following options:
- Emmas Apartamenti - located on one of the central streets, the owner provides a transfer from the airport. This is a 2-room apartment, decorated in a classic style, with furniture, two beds, kitchenette, TV, refrigerator and other necessary furniture. The cost per day is 3200 thousand rubles.
- Ec Olive Apar hotel - located in the center, next to the Arcadia park. The apartment has cable TV, kitchen appliances, all necessary furniture. Nearby there is a very convenient infrastructure: a variety of shops, public parking and car rental. The main attractions are within walking distance, as well as convenient transport links and the airport. The cost per day is 3800 thousand rubles.
- Ļeņina apartamenti is a studio apartment located next to the Freedom Alley in the center of Riga. There are all the amenities and all the necessary equipment and furniture. A shuttle service is provided from the owner to deliver guests, and there is free parking in the courtyard. All the main sights of the city are located within walking distance, and free Wi-Fi is available to guests. The cost per day is 3000 thousand rubles.
Transport fare
Public transport in Latvia is represented by trolleybuses, trams and buses. In Riga, convenient tram routes that can be delivered throughout the city are: No. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11. The fare is 1.2 euros.
There are more than 50 bus routes in Riga, on average the fare on them will cost 2 euros.
The cost of a taxi in the city is 1 euro per 1 km.
You can also buy an electronic city pass, the cost for 5 days - 9 euros, for a month - 35 euros.
Electric trains run within the city, the fare is 1.65 euros.
Car rental can be used by persons who have reached the age of 21 with a driver's license and identity card. The cost for 3 days will be 44 euros.
You can rent a car using Economybokings, the service searches for all available offers among the city's rental companies, which is very convenient for tourists.
- How to get to Riga from Moscow and St. Petersburg? We consider all profitable ways, schedule and ticket prices.
Do Russians need a visa to Latvia?
To visit this country, you need a Schengen visa, in order to get it you must submit the following documents to the consulate:
- statement;
- valid international passport;
- Russian passport;
- 2 photos;
- medical certificate;
- hotel reservations for the entire stay;
- income statement.
Weather in Latvia in winter
Usually on New Year's holidays in Latvia the temperature is below zero, it is often cloudy and snowy. In general, winters are mild, thaws are often observed.
What to watch and where to go?
Tourists often have a question about what to see in Latvia in winter. First of all, pay attention to such sights:
- Riga Dome Cathedral;
- St. Peter's Church in Riga;
- Old town in Riga;
- Gauja National Park;
- Rundale Palace;
- Daugavpils fortress;
- Turaida Castle;
- Riga Castle;
- the Birini estate;
- House of the Blackheads in Riga;
- Mitava Palace;
- Bauska castle;
- Aglona Basilica.
All the sights of Latvia can be easily seen with the help of sightseeing tours, which are organized by large tour operators in cooperation with Russian guides.
The program for a voucher for several days can be found directly:
If you are already walking around Riga, Jurmala or visiting other cities, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with one-day programs for several hours from private guides:
Celebrating New Year's holidays in Riga means visiting a real fairy tale, where there is an elegant Christmas tree, treats, Christmas markets.
In winter, all shops, cafes, entertainment centers in Riga are full of New Year decorations. Illustrated showcases, bright lights and cheerful music are everywhere.
Winter holidays in Latvia with children is a great opportunity to give the whole family a holiday, there are many places in the country where both children and adults will be interested.
Pay attention to the Viencoci Park with winter sculptures, historical buildings and fairytale characters.
The Forest Fairy Park is interestingly decorated for the New Year.
For the curious, the Munchausen Park opens its doors.
There is a zoo in Riga with about 400 animal species.
A very interesting water park Livu in Jurmala, snow slides are also poured, ski centers are located here.
New Year's Eve in Latvia is a fairy tale for both adults and children, here everyone will find entertainment to their liking. There are a lot of decorations, various festive events everywhere, it remains only to visit this hospitable country.
