In Riga, walk through the historic cobblestone streets of the city’s Old Town. Here, you can explore the stunning architecture of buildings like the House of Blackheads and the impressive art nouveau buildings along the Alberta iela street before finding a place to dine on traditional Latvian delicacies. Travel further east to the City Centre, and you’ll find a colourful nightlife, beautiful parks and a wide range of museums. West of Riga’s centre, Jurmala offers the waterfront bliss of its beaches and the massive, hiking-friendly swamplands of Kemeri National Park.

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