Latvia’s landmarks include medieval architecture, Art Nouveau buildings, castles, manor houses, historic towns, churches and natural landscapes. UNESCO currently lists three World Heritage properties in Latvia: the Historic Centre of Riga, Old Town of Kuldīga and the Struve Geodetic Arc.
20 Landmarks to Know
- Historic Centre of Riga
- Riga Cathedral
- St Peter’s Church
- House of the Blackheads
- Freedom Monument
- Art Nouveau district of Riga
- Rundāle Palace
- Cēsis Castle
- Turaida Castle
- Kuldīga Old Town
- Venta Rumba
- Bauska Castle
- Jelgava Palace
- Three Brothers in Riga
- Ķemeri National Park
- Gauja National Park
- Stameriena Palace
- Daugavpils Fortress
- St John’s Church in Cēsis
- Liepāja Seaside Park
UNESCO Heritage
UNESCO currently lists three World Heritage properties in Latvia: the Historic Centre of Riga, Old Town of Kuldīga and the Struve Geodetic Arc.
Plan Your Visits
Check opening hours, seasonal access and local transport before visiting castles, museums, national parks or heritage areas.
Continue with our best places, Riga guide and travel guide.
Official resource: UNESCO — Latvia.