9 days in Latvia Itinerary

Start off your visit on the 1st (Sat): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Gauja National Park. On the 2nd (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the historical opulence of Turaida Castle, appreciate the extensive heritage of Castle Of The Livonian Order In Sigulda, and then Head underground at Gutman's Cave.

To find other places to visit, maps, photos, and tourist information, use the Sigulda road trip website.

London, UK to Sigulda is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and train; or do a combination of car and ferry. Traveling from London to Sigulda, you'll lose 2 hours due to the time zone difference. In July, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) early enough to drive to Pilsrundale.

Start off your visit on the 3rd (Mon): make a trip to Mezotne Palace and then take an in-depth tour of Rundāle Palace.

To see photos, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Pilsrundale trip planning app.

Getting from Sigulda to Pilsrundale by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive. In July, daily temperatures in Pilsrundale can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 16°C. On the 3rd (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Riga.

Venture out of the city with trips to Salaspils Memorial Ensemble (in Salaspils) and Jurmala (Jurmala Beach & Jomas iela). There's lots more to do: take a stroll through Old City Riga (Vecriga), hunt for treasures at Central Market (Centraltirgus), don't miss a visit to Riga Town Hall Square, and pause for some photo ops at Freedom Monument.

For where to stay, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Riga day trip tool.

You can drive from Pilsrundale to Riga in 1.5 hours. Another option is to drive. In July in Riga, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) so you can fly back home.