Cultural sightseeing in Latvia

Apart from visiting historic, cultural and other attractions, Latvia offers its guests a wide range of opportunities for entertainment and outdoor recreation.

In the city of Jurmala, there is Līvu Akvaparks, which is included in the plans of family travelers and most tourists preferring active recreation and water activities. The whole area of the water park is divided into 2 zones. The first zone is located on a magnificent beach where there is a sea pier and plenty of sunbeds and umbrellas. All comers can go boating or jet skiing. The indoor second zone invites vacationers to have a great time in the water park in spite of all kinds of weather disasters. A number of rides, slides, and slopes are fully available to all guests. The water park features a temperature-controlled swimming pool and artificial waves. Entertainment and attractions for all tastes will not leave visitors to the water park indifferent.

An adventure park in Sigulda has become a favorite recreation facility for both tourists and residents of Latvia. It can be found in the Gauja National Park. It is conventionally divided into 2 parts. Its lower part is located near the banks of the river Gauja, and the upper part is in Sigulda's new-built site. Thanks to this, there is a height difference of 91 meters between the two parts. This made it possible to build the longest Rodeli route in the Baltic countries. The descent speed reaches 40 km/h. The descent time is only 5 minutes, but you'll have enough time to enjoy wonderful beautiful views of the river Gauja's valley. On the growing trees, there is an obstacle course. It includes a climbing wall, netting, cycling on a rope, descent on a special roller. There is an opportunity to feel free fall through catapult throwing. Another original attraction is Stromberg's bike. You can ride it on a 40-meter rope suspended at a 5-meter height. Sigulda has the only ride in the Baltic States for bungee jumping off a cable car. The cable car stops at a height of 42 meters above the River Gauja. All that's left is to take a leap into the abyss.

Active tourists can feel like birds flying in a vertical wind tunnel, the first one in Eastern Europe. The artificially generated airflow with a speed of up to 200 km/h can rise up any visitor with a weight of up to 100 kilograms and a height of up to 2 meters. Thrill-seekers will be able to go paragliding with an instructor along the Baltic Sea shoreline. The flight altitude is up to 40 meters, the speed is up to 10 meters per second! This adventure requires wind from the west or north-west. There is also the possibility of paragliding in the capital of Latvia, which does not depend on weather conditions. Those wishing to enjoy a sea trip on a 14-meter yacht will be able to book this kind of tour to the gates of the Baltic Sea. You will have 4 hours of the sea voyage. If desired, one can order a weekly cruise or a two-day trip to the island of Ruhnu. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

The Latvian capital has prepared a lot of entertainment for fans of nightlife and modern entertainment. Fans of informal setting will be interested in Saxophone Club where popular rock bands regularly perform for visitors. National cuisine can be tried to the accompaniment of good music in Casablanca CLub. It is frequented by figures famous not only in Latvia but also abroad, odious politicians, popular musicians, and celebrities. Interesting thematic parties are held in DEPO club. Three club halls can accommodate all wishing to spend a good time. In Riga, you can enjoy water rides, go drifting, play paintball or complete a couple of quests, which are very popular. You can go through them within or outside the city. Out-of-town quests are usually booked in advance. 333 Sports complex offers its visitors karting, motocross, and sports driving. The tracks are designed in a way that stimulates extreme driving. This is a great chance to get your dose of adrenaline!