If it is brands that you are after, then focus your Riga shopping experience on one of the many top class department stores in Riga. The best places to start your Riga shopping experience are at Stockmann, Origo and Galerija Centrs, which all provide top brand shopping in the middle of Riga. 

All three of these department stores rate highly if you are shopping in Riga for clothes, shoes and cosmetics. Everybody knows that the average Latvian woman likes to look her best, seven days per week, and as well as being blessed by naturally good looks, what nature hasn’t provided for she finds on her regular Riga shopping trips. Shopping in Riga’s department stores you will find top international brands (many currently at heavily discounted rates) and some excellent local brands, which will make shopping in Riga rather more enjoyable than walking around your normal department stores back at home.

 There are also a number of Riga shopping centres a little out of the centre such as Alfa, but, as you will probably only be in town for a few days, we suggest you keep your Riga shopping trip to the places listed above.

 If you are not a brand person and, instead, you are more interested in picking up something unique or to remember Latvia by then head for the smaller stores dotted around the city, the street stalls in the Old Town, and make your first port of call on your alternative Riga shopping experience Riga Central Market.  Riga Central Market is one of the largest markets in all of Europe and should be included in every Riga itinerary whether shopping in Riga is planned or not.

 
Amber – Latvia is one of the world’s leading places for buying amber. Pick some up on your next Riga shopping trip! 

Handicrafts – Wood, glass, linen, ceramics…you name it, Latvians produce a fantastic array of hand made goods, which you will find in some of the smaller Riga shops. 

Jewellery – From traditional Liv designs to contemporary bracelets and necklaces, Latvia is proud of its jewellery exports. Spend an hour or two exploring the jewellery shops of Old Riga during your Riga shopping trip. 

Alcohol – Latvians are amongst the world’s biggest consumers of alcohol per capita. It is no surprise then to discover that they are also responsible for some quality export brand beverages. These include the famous Riga Black Balsams, Riga Champagne, and several brands of beer including Uzavas, Bauskas and Tervetas. This Riga shopping tip is for everyone…but we feel the male of the species will be especially grateful for this Riga shopping advice. Remember to check your duty free allowance before you decide what to buy! 

Chocolate – Latvia’s famous chocolate producing company Laima is popular in many countries particularly in the country’s neighbours Lithuania and Estonia. As well as taking some Laima chocolate home from your Riga shopping expedition, contact us if you are interested in a tour of Laima’s Riga chocolate factory! 

Bread – Latvian black rye bread is in great demand abroad and is rated amongst the best in the whole region. Don’t return home from your Riga shopping trip without some! 

Honey – Latvian honey is highly regarded abroad thanks to strong beekeeping traditions, a pollution-free environment and the country’s northern latitude, which helps improve the quality of the honey. One of the best places to buy honey during your Riga shopping experience is from the fascinating Central Market. 

Sport – Pick up a Latvian football or ice hockey shirt during your shopping trip to Riga. Or, at the very least, buy a claret and white Latvian scarf to show off to your friends as a memento of your stay in Riga and your successful shopping trip in the Latvian capital!

 

Art – pick up a brilliant piece of local artwork from one of Riga’s many galleries

Whatever it is that you want to buy during your Riga shopping trip we are sure you can find it! Just follow our tips above and get the best out of your shopping in Riga experience!

Since 2005 Riga Out There has been providing some of the most action packed and thrilling corporate event agencies looking for something to make their trip to Riga one to remember. The best way to travel in Riga is to let Riga Out There organise it for you! Our professional and personable team is based in Latvia and because we deal directly with our activity providers on a daily basis, we are able to offer you unmatched value for money. In fact, there are so many things to do in Riga that we have a whole section dedicated to it, be sure to check out our Riga activities section!

Some of the most fun activities to do in Riga include AK Shooting, Bobsleigh and Freefall Simulator these action packed activities are sure to leave a memorable impression on your trip to Riga. If you’re not looking for adventure things to do then some of our more cultural tours and excursions in Riga provide a great alternative, the attractions in Riga are amongst some of the best in Northern Europe with the National Opera and Theatre holding performances most weekends. When you’re looking for things to do in Riga look no further than Riga Out There, our team of local experts is on hand to help you with all your questions about Fun activities to do in Riga. We promise that a weekend with Riga Out There means expert planning and execution of your activities in Riga, our service is a cost effective way to make the most of your time in this city.

There are a number of excursion in Latvia that are outside of Riga, the adrenaline capital of Sigulda is home to the Bungee Jump, Bobsleigh Track, and 4x4 Off Road experience all of these fun activities are within an hours drive of Riga and provide a perfect option when looking for adventure things to do.  As a former Soviet State, Lativa also provides some unique opportunities to see what went on behind the Iron Curtain with excursion in Riga and surrounding areas to the Nuclear Bunker and Soviet prison experience these attractions in Riga are amongst some of the most interesting soviet tours in Europe.

If you’re visiting Riga in a group of 10 or more then our group excursions in Riga are perfect for you, have you ever tried Curling? This is one on the most fun activities to do as a group in Riga; other things to do in Riga as a group are Paintballing, Go-karting and Clay Pigeon Shooting, either way Riga Out There can provide excursions in Riga for groups of 6 and up. When you book a fun activity with the Riga Out There team, we provide you with return transfers to your hotel and English speaking guide who will give you important and useful information on Riga’s famous nightlife, don’t just take our word for it, check out our testimonials from happy clients that have tried and tested all the fun activities you can do in Riga.  

So if you’re still looking for things to do in Riga look no further…send us your enquiry form or call us to discuss your weekend in Riga, we look forward to hearing from you and helping to plan a trip that you will remember forever.