Purvciems Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Riga Central Market featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Riga Central Market

See why this huge market is affectionately known as Riga's belly when you browse hundreds of stalls for fresh produce and Latvian specialties.

Riga Central Market
Old Town featuring dining out, street scenes and night scenes

Riga Cathedral

After visiting Riga Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Riga. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Riga Cathedral
House of the Blackheads showing street scenes and heritage architecture

House of the Blackheads

Learn about the local history of Riga when you spend time at House of the Blackheads. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this culturally rich area.

House of the Blackheads
St. Peter's Church

St. Peter's Church

Riga's tallest church is dedicated to the city’s patron saint and is where you can see new artworks, watch a concert and enjoy great views of the Latvian capital.

St. Peter's Church
Three Brothers

Three Brothers

You can learn about the history of Riga with a trip to Three Brothers. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this culturally rich area.

Three Brothers
Freedom Monument featuring a statue or sculpture and a monument

Freedom Monument

This large historic monument near Riga’s Old Town is a national shrine of great importance where public ceremonies are held.

Freedom Monument

Activities

Riga Old Town walking tour

Riga Old Town walking tour

AU$27
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Riga Old Town walking tour
5 Hour Shared Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga

5,5 Hour Shared Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga

AU$134
per adult
5,5 Hour Shared Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga
Hill of Crosses

From Riga: Hill of Crosses & Enchanting Jelgava Group Tour

AU$98
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Riga: Hill of Crosses & Enchanting Jelgava Group Tour
Riga: Central Market Traditional Food Tour

Riga: Central Market Traditional Food Tour in a Small Group

AU$63
per adult
Riga: Central Market Traditional Food Tour in a Small Group
Full Day Tour Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska Castle

2 countries! Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska castle

AU$232
per adult
2 countries! Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska castle
Picture 4 for Activity Riga Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Klaipeda

Riga Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Klaipeda

AU$64
per adult
Riga Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Klaipeda
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Our pick of the best Purvciems Hotel Deals

Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel

Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel

5 out of 5
11. Novembra Krastmala, 33, Riga
The price is AU$110 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$110
per night
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,035 reviews)
"Convenience"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga

Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga

4.5 out of 5
55 Elizabetes Street, Riga
The price is AU$138 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$138
per night
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga
Bellevue Park Hotel Riga

Bellevue Park Hotel Riga

4.5 out of 5
1 Slokas Street, Riga
Stay at this 4.5-star spa hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, not too far from old town, we had a great stay, staff was amazing, very helpful, I’d strongly recommend. Thank you so much"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

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Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel

Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel

4.5 out of 5
73 Elizabetes Street, Riga
The price is AU$147 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$147
per night
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"Staff were very helpful and professional. We had a room overlooking the courtyard it was quiet, it had everything you need and would expect from a Radisson Blu hotel (including effective air con). The bed was exceptionally comfortable and I really liked the bronze and red velvet touches in the room. ..."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Daugava Riga

Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Daugava Riga

4.5 out of 5
24 Kugu Street, Riga
The price is AU$119 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$119
per night
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (992 reviews)
"I felt the hotel rooms were a bit run down and did not offer value for money. Additional payment to use the spa/pool facilities was unexpected given the cost of stay"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Daugava Riga
Wellton Centrum Hotel & Spa

Wellton Centrum Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
33 Kaleju Street, Riga
The price is AU$92 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$92
per night
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Riga. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,015 reviews)
"Inside Old Town, access to museums, shops, restaurants, and parks were easy."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Wellton Centrum Hotel & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Purvciems

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Darzciems

Darzciems might not have many top sights, but Riga Radio and TV Tower and Riga Central Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Darzciems
Riga featuring heritage architecture

Vidzeme Suburb

Unique features of Vidzeme Suburb include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Arena Riga or Alberta Iela while you're exploring the area.

Vidzeme Suburb
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Teika

Teika is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Domina Shopping Center and Alfa Shopping Center.

Teika
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Grizinkalns

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Grizinkalns and you might want to plan a stop by Galleria Riga Shopping Center and Arena Riga while you're in the area.

Grizinkalns
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Avoti

Avoti is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can plan an outing to Galleria Riga Shopping Center and Cathedral of Christ's Nativity while you're in town.

Avoti
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Brasa

You'll appreciate the historical sites during your time in Brasa and you might want to plan a stop by Arena Riga and Skonto Stadium while you're in the area.

Brasa

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