The subtleties of tourism in the Baltics

Holidays in the Baltics

Such a country as Latvia is one of the most attractive for many travelers. Despite the relatively small size of the country, vacation in it can be quite different and rich. Tours to the Baltics can be filled with a variety of content. Its duration and content can also be tailored individually for each person.

Where can you visit?

The rich history of the country, its architecture and historical sites attract more and more tourists who prefer one-day tours. The country's capital Riga itself is small in size. It is conveniently and quite compactly located all the sights, which allows you just 2 or 3 days to fully enjoy all the beauty and cultural values of the area. In this short time you can also have time to taste all the delights of local cuisine, as well as get acquainted with the nightlife of the city.

In Riga you can enjoy the Dome Cathedral, the residence of Peter the Great, St. Peter's Church, the Gunpowder Tower, and the Historical Museum of Latvia. You can also get a vivid impression by visiting the Museum of Medicine and Foreign Art, the State Art Gallery of Latvia and the Automobile Museum of Riga.

If you extend the tour for a few more days, you can also visit Stockholm and take a ferry cruise on the Baltic Sea. After spending a day in the Swedish capital, you can also go back to Riga. This tour is great because it allows you to visit two countries in a fairly short time, so you can compare their cultural characteristics and enjoy your impressions.

Spa hotels in the Baltics are also very popular among tourists. In Latvia there is a huge number of such places, both directly in the vicinity of the capital and on the Riga seashore. Whatever the length of such a tour, you can expect only a pleasant result of the trip. However, it is recommended to make such a vacation lasting at least a week. This will help to immerse yourself more deeply in the spa procedures and achieve therapeutic effect of rest. In addition to such procedures, of course, you will be able to saturate your vacation by visiting various attractions, get acquainted with the local folklore and cuisine.

Among other things, car tours in the Baltics are also popular now. In this case, the duration can be selected completely different for everyone. Usually distinguishes such tours is that the entry into the country is carried out through the checkpoint Zilupe. However, it is worth remembering that the car on such a trip must meet certain requirements - to be without tinting, cracks and various external damages. The driver will also have to issue a Green Card in advance.