Skanste Travel Guide
Riga
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 shops and stunning cathedral 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 shops and stunning cathedral 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.
Things to do
5,5 Hour Small Group Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga
Riga: Central Market Traditional Food Tour in a Small Group
Riga: Entrance Ticket - House of the Black Heads
Riga Art Nouveau Secrets: Self-Guided Puzzle Walk
Top hotels in Skanste
Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
Very good
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga
This was adequate but not great. We booked this place specifically for their spa. They didn’t let any guests know ahead of time that the spa is actually closed & under renovations. They had let us know ahead of time, we would’ve canceled and stayed down the street. But they upgraded us to a save ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Pullman Riga Old Town (Renovated 2025)
Amazing location, clean and lovely rooms, great ambience and the pool and sauna phenomenal. Lots of nice bars and restaurants as well as being right at the old town.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel
Nice room but reception is a nightmare, check in seems like an impossible job
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Wellton Riga Hotel & SPA
Great location! Amazing and very helpful staff! Lovely and tasty breakfast with lots of choices! Even though the spa is very small it wasn’t crowded and we spent a fantastic hour over there.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Konventa Sēta Hotel Keystone Collection
Lovely hotel in the centre of Riga. Beautiful corridor to room and room good size with pretty bathroom. Beds and pillows comfortable. Fairly good selection of food for breakfast ( we stayed four nights and not alot of variety and choice for vegetarians).
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Skanste
Andrejsala
You'll enjoy the restaurants and waterfront in Andrejsala. You might want to make time for a stop at Riga City Yacht Club or Andrejosta.
Centrs
Centrs is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Latvian Art Museum and Galleria Riga Shopping Center while in the area.
Grizinkalns
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Grizinkalns and you might want to plan a stop by Domina Shopping Center and Corner House KGB Museum while you're in the area.
Avoti
Avoti is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can plan an outing to Palladium and Galleria Riga Shopping Center while you're in town.
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.
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.
