Things to do in Riga

A gastro-bar in a glass-and-steel greenhouse on the roof terrace of Galleria Riga. Cocktails built on herbs, fruit, berries and teas, a seasonal local menu and sunset views over the centre.

The home of the Latvian National Opera and Ballet by the City Canal. The building opened in 1863 as the Riga City Theatre; today it stages operas and ballets, concerts and guest performances.

An Old Riga restaurant on Skārņu iela serving modern Latvian cuisine from local, seasonal produce — meat, fish and vegetarian dishes with a wine list to match, on a menu by chef Vadims Jevsejevs. Gift options include a gift card (from €20) or dinner for two: a three-course chef’s choice or a modern Latvian dinner.

Flights over Riga in a hang glider that takes off from the water, or in a motorised trike. Flights last 10–20 minutes and can be filmed on a GoPro. Teens aged 14–18 fly only with a parent. Gift vouchers available.

A wellness centre in the basement of the five-star Grand Poet hotel: a pool with underwater massage zones, a jacuzzi, a bio sauna, a Finnish sauna, a steam bath and an aroma sauna with a salt room.

Helicopter flights in a two-seat HungaroCopter HC-02, one passenger with the pilot. Choose 30, 45 or 60 minutes; flights can also be bought as a gift. Each flight is confirmed the day before, depending on the weather.

A craft beer bar in the Briāna street quarter with beers of many strengths and flavours and a popular summer patio.

An Old Riga restaurant on Kaļķu iela where European classics meet world flavours: breakfast, pizza, burgers, pasta, seafood and steaks, cocktails and live music in the evenings. The gift card (€15–300) is valid for 12 months and can be used over several visits.