Visa Information
Schengen member. US, UK, Canada, Australia visa-free 90 days.
- Riga has the best Art Nouveau architecture in Europe.
- Very affordable Baltic destination.
- Good nightlife.
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Safety & Health
Very safe. Riga is safe but watch for pickpockets in Old Town. Low crime overall.
- Tourist bars with inflated prices.
- Pickpocketing in Riga Old Town.
- Good healthcare. EHIC for EU citizens.
Cold winters. Generally very safe.
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Cultural Tips
- Explore Riga's stunning Art Nouveau district.
- Visit Jūrmala beach resort.
- Try grey peas with bacon, piragi, and Riga Black Balsam (herbal liqueur).
- Don't discuss Soviet occupation casually — it's a sensitive topic.
- Don't assume Latvians speak Russian (though many do).
Casual. Smart for Riga nightlife.
Lutheran, Catholic, and Orthodox mix. Secular society.
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