Not only was Latvia’s capital city named a European cultural center a short time ago, but it’s also home to a buzzing nightlife. Check out these extraordinary bars and experience just what Riga has to offer.
Chomsky
Named after the American philosopher and linguist Noam Chomsky, this quirky bar has experimental musicians, noise artists, and public lectures going on as you sit in rustic, run-down furniture.
The relaxed atmosphere and friendly vibe make this one of the coolest bars in Riga. Located in the old town, it is surrounded by beautiful, quaint architecture and it actually has its own record label.
Cafe Leningrad is designed just like an old soviet bar, complete with vintage furniture, books, photographs, and busts of famous communist figures. It plays varied music styles from punk to heavy metal and neofolk.
A cocktail lounge located on the 26th floor of the Radisson Blu Hotel, the Skyline Bar offers magnificent views over the city’s rooftops as well as a varied cocktail list.
If you would like a more traditionally Latvian evening, head to the folk bar. You can enjoy traditional beers and music in a labyrinthine tavern located underneath the city’s streets.
