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Breaks In Riga – Riga Hotels

Posted June 1, 2010 by BookingBuddy

 With so many cheap flights flying to Riga these days, there’s no excuse not to pay this enchanting city a visit. The Latvian capital has a very pretty Old Town with cobblestoned streets, so put on a good pair of shoes and spend hours exploring. Most of the historic buildings, including a plethora of visually stunning Art Deco architecture, have been carefully restored after their destruction in World War Two. Riga’s Left Bank is pleasantly green, so you can simply cross the river Daugava when you feel like you need a break from the city.

Stay

Old City Boutique Hotel – True to its name, the Old City Boutique Hotel is located in the heart of the Old City. Exploring the city is thus extremely convenient, with most of the sights only a short walk or bus ride away. Behind the sleek modern facade is a hotel imbued with history. Many of the walls have been restored to their original, bare brick state, with many black and white photographs of Riga artfully displayed on them. The rooms themselves are cosy and comfortable, and many also feature the beautiful original walls. Room rates start from about £65.

See

The Sun Museum – Take some time out to visit this unusual museum, possibly the only one of its kind around. The Sun Museum is solely dedicated to, well, the Sun, and its various representations. The museum was started by an individual with a sun-shaped pendent, and has since grown to include hundreds of models and drawings of the Sun. It’s a great place for those with children, as the museum also conducts a creative workshop, where visitors are given white plaster models of the sun to paint and take home.

Eat

Alus Ordenis – Enjoy medieval-style Latvian cuisine served by waitresses dressed in traditional costumes at this casual beer hall. The food itself seems inspired by Polish and German cuisine, with many dishes featuring potatoes and lots of meat. Most dishes seem fairly familiar – potato pancakes, various stews and salads, and lamb or chicken chop. However, if you’re feeling adventurous, have a go at the more exotic dishes like pigs’ tails, or bulls’ testicles. Wash it all down with some local beer, or perhaps some bread soup for dessert.

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Categories: City break destinations, Eurostar, Latvia, Riga
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