Nightlife

The Riga nightlife is deservedly considered amongst the best in Eastern Europe – and even on a par with the celebrated Tallinn nightlife. So what is it exactly that makes Riga’s party scene worth travelling for? Well the high concentration of pubs, cafes and bars in the Old Town (many with outside seating in summer) is certainly a major draw and newcomers to the city will have plenty of fun if getting the drinks in is a top priority.

British style boozers and Irish Pubs rub shoulders with swanky bars and trendy cocktail lounges so you’re almost bound to find a place to call home. For our money the Orange Bar is worth a look in, whilst PuPu can be great fun on the right night and the popular Skyline Bar in the Central District is rarely less than heaving. Meanwhile Martini on the main strip of Kalku iela boasts gogo dancers wiggling their botties on the bar. There’s usually something going on here if nowhere else, although the manager is clearly aiming to draw in as many drooling stag lads as possible! For a more comprehensive guide to Riga’s watering holes check out our nightlife directory.