When visiting Latvia in wintertime appropriate clothing is a must.
If you plan to spend time actively, long thermal underwear will be your go to. January and February are particularly cold so the best advice would be to pack a warm layer, including gloves, scarf, hat, and a coat. Light wool fabric clothing will be the best choice because it helps to regulate the body temperature naturally.
Pack some water-resistant sole boots to keep your feet warm. Do not forget your sunglasses – if the weather is sunny, the white snow reflects sunrays.
How to travel?
Planning a trip could become challenging if there is no information about the transport availability in the country. Here you will find some useful tips for planning your trip.
Use the public transport to get to your destination easily and quickly throughout Latvia. More useful information on the public transport in Latvia.
Local and international timetable from Riga International Coach Terminal is available here: www.autoosta.lv
And you can use this site for bus and train schedules as well: www.1188.lv
Mobilly app will come in handy if you want to pay with your phone for bus or train tickets and parking as well: mobilly.lv
If you wish to get to know Latvia better and go on an outdoor trip for a few days, or visit one of the beautiful towns of Latvia, you may want to consider renting a car or using a car sharing. You can rent a car at the Riga Airport: www.riga-airport.com
And if you plan to come to Latvia and rent an electric car, the information on charging stations, payment procedures and tariffs can be found here: latvia.travel
Where to find information?
You can always find the latest information about tourism in Latvia at the main tourism portal.
Each city in Latvia has a Tourism Information Centre where tourists will be able to find all things related to tourism, purchase souvenirs, get consultations and informative materials.
If you have an emergency, please call the toll-free number 112. This is the contact number for emergency services in Latvia. More information: liveriga.com
Follow the current information about the Covid pandemic.
From January 2023
The so-called tourism fee will be introduced in Riga - all tourist accommodation will have to pay a fee of 1 euro for each guest's overnight stay, but no more than 10 euros.
