Skanste Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Skanste
Popular places to visit
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 Cathedral
After visiting Riga Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Riga. Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this culturally rich area.
Riga Christmas Market
During your trip to Riga, you can enjoy retail therapy at Riga Christmas Market. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
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.
House of the Blackheads
You can study the exhibits at House of the Blackheads, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Riga. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
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.
Activities
Riga: Central Market Traditional Food Tour in a Small Group
From Riga: Hill of Crosses & Jelgava Tour - 2 Countries in 1 Day
Riga: Red Bus Hop-On Hop-off Sightseeing Grand Tour
Our pick of the best Skanste Hotel Deals
Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
"Great location near transport links and old town. Lovely breakfast and spa"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga
"I am used to the room being cleaned everyday, in this hotel the cleaning staff came in first day and just changed the floor towel, in the bathroom and didn't clean the coffee mugs or clean the bins, or make up the bed, and I found a small sticker in the bathroom that if you leave the towels on the ..."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Daugava Riga
"Breakfast was aberage , view from my room beautiful , staff very young with bossy motes,bed old , linen synthetic ,, cheap, AC almost like none ."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Konventa Sēta Hotel Keystone Collection
"Hotel is great. Location is amazing, right in the heart of old town. Staff very helpful and friendly. Good breakfast with plenty of choices. Would definitely stay here again. Loved loved loved Riga!"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel
"Accueillant, propre, calme"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Wellton Riga Hotel & SPA
"Great location, lovely spa facilities and clean hotel"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Skanste
Old Town Riga
Travellers come to Old Town Riga for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Three Brothers and Town Hall while you're in town.
Centrs
Centrs is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Latvian Art Museum and Cathedral of Christ's Nativity while in the area.
Avoti
Avoti is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can plan an outing to Palladium and Cathedral of Christ's Nativity while you're in town.
Maskavas Forstate
Historical sites, bars and shopping are just a few things travellers enjoy about Maskavas Forstate. Check out Riga Central Market or Latvian Academy of Sciences while you're exploring the area.
Agenskalns
Unique features of Agenskalns include the river views and historical sites. Make a stop by Latvian Railway History Museum or Uzvaras Park while you're exploring the area.
