Skanste Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Riga Cathedral
After visiting Riga Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Riga. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Riga Central Market
See why this huge market is affectionately known as Riga's belly when you browse hundreds of stalls for fresh produce and Latvian specialties.
St. Peter's Church
Riga's tallest church is dedicated to the city’s patron saint and is where you can see new artworks, watch a concert and enjoy great views of the Latvian capital.
House of the Blackheads
Learn about the local history of Riga when you spend time at House of the Blackheads. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Three Brothers
You can learn about the history of Riga with a trip to Three Brothers. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Town Hall
Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Riga, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Riga: Central Market Traditional Food Tour in a Small Group
5,5 Hour Small Group Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga
K5 Phytotherapy And Aroma Therapy With Body Sculpting Effect
Our pick of the best Skanste Hotel Deals
Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel
Only complaint is the vanity lighting is pretty dim. Nice clean spacious room, The spa is excellent and the breakfast buffet is a proper buffet and is really good.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Wellton Riga Hotel & SPA
Clean hotel, friendly staff and great location.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Konventa Sēta Hotel Keystone Collection
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Wellton Centrum Hotel & Spa
Clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Tallink Hotel Riga
Well presented room, excellant front desk staff and great location.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Latvija Conference & Spa Hotel, Riga
Professional
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Skanste
Andrejsala
You'll enjoy the restaurants and waterfront in Andrejsala. You might want to make time for a stop at Riga City Yacht Club or Andrejosta.
Centrs
Centrs is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Cathedral of Christ's Nativity and Skonto Stadium while in the area.
Grizinkalns
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Grizinkalns and you might want to plan a stop by Domina Shopping Center and Galleria Riga Shopping Center while you're in the area.
Avoti
Avoti is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can plan an outing to Galleria Riga Shopping Center and Cathedral of Christ's Nativity while you're in town.
Vidzeme Suburb
Unique features of Vidzeme Suburb include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Arena Riga or Alberta Iela while you're exploring the area.
Old Town Riga
Travellers come to Old Town Riga for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Cathedral Square and Three Brothers while you're in town.
