Tours by Locals in Latvia in 2026: The Best Sightseeing

Latvia's sightseeing is defined by two layers that coexist unusually well: the medieval Hanseatic old town and the art nouveau district, which contains the world's highest concentration of art nouveau buildings. The Occupation Museum and the Open Air Ethnographic Museum extend the circuit between historical depth and folk culture. The central market, built inside five Zeppelin hangars from the First World War, is the largest market in Europe and a functional living landmark. The coastal national park, the castle landscape of the Gauja valley, and the Song and Dance Festival tradition extend the sightseeing into natural and cultural heritage of genuine quality. Blink and you'll miss it.