Berga Bazārs

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Berga Bazārs

Originally constructed between 1887–1900, Berga Bazārs is a pedestrian zone/shopping arcade in the heart of Riga. Its maze-like layout is home to a wide range of restaurants, bars, and cafés, as well as beauty salons, a barbershop, and small boutique shops selling a variety of items such as antique maps, French wines, exclusive cosmetics, and clothing by local fashion designers. In addition, there are event and exhibition spaces, as well as weekly outdoor jazz concerts in the summer.

Shopping

The shopping scene in Riga is rapidly changing, with many chic brand-name stores opening outlets in central Riga. For those of you who enjoy marketplaces, the Centraltirgus is an enormous marketplace spread over several blocks around the railway station area. Meat and vegetables are sold inside four giant Zeppelin hangars. Outside, an oriental-style bazaar offers just about anything at prices lower than elsewhere in the city.

Riga Central Market

Riga Central Market

Housed in Zeppelin hangers, Riga's vibrant central market is an experience not to be missed. Authentic and mainly non-touristic, the market is where locals come to shop for everything – from groceries to clothing and household items. Several food stalls also sell freshly made local …

Galerija Centrs

Galerija Centrs

Opened in 1938, Galerija Centrs is a shopping mall located in the Old Town of Riga, in the historic Vecrīga neighbourhood. The mall offers 110 shops, as well as cafés, restaurants, and other services. It boasts a unique blend of historical elements and modern architecture, and there are shops to suit every pocket. The …

Berga Bazārs

Originally constructed between 1887–1900, Berga Bazārs is a pedestrian zone/shopping arcade in the heart of Riga. Its maze-like layout is home to a wide range of restaurants, bars, and cafés, as well as beauty salons, a barbershop, and small boutique shops selling a variety of items such as antique maps, French wines, exclusive cosmetics, …

Stockmann

The high-quality, six-storey department store Stockmann offers clothing, cosmetics, electronics, and items for the home, but also houses a supermarket and a delicatessen store in the basement. A lunch break with Latvian pancakes and tea can be enjoyed on the shopping complex’s top …

Otra Elpa

A cosy charity thrift shop with a tiny café downstairs. A nice place to roam around and find a unique item to take home as a souvenir while also contributing to a good …

Humana Vintage

The Riga instalment of this international vintage store chain is everything you would expect from a venue celebrated as a "hipster paradise" – retro/vintage clothing, record players, second-hand books, and much …

Robert's Books

Robert's books is a small English-language bookshop started by The Economist's former journalist Robert Cottrell. He brought to life what he envisioned as a perfect bookstore – a place where great minds meet and find food for thought. Feel free to bring in your old books and exchange them for a freshly brewed cup …

Bang Bang Shop & Coffee

Bang Bang Shop & Coffee

What started as a small outlet selling Vans turned into a hip hangout spot when the store was complemented by a coffee shop. It now still offers a wide array of men's (and women's) clothing, accessories, and footwear, as well as a quiet place to enjoy a coffee break looking out on the …

Doma Antikvariats

Doma Antikvariats

One of the best locations in Riga to shop for antiques, this venue sells jewellery, porcelain, works of art, furniture, and much more. The staff are very helpful and willing to go out of their way to help you make the right …

Noble Wine

Championed as one of the best in Riga, this store and wine bar is a must-visit destination for wine lovers. Offering a broad selection of quality international wines as well as a great selection of gourmet snacks, this is the perfect place to relax and unwind. The helpful, knowledgeable staff are always on hand …

Riga Plaza

Riga Plaza is a premier shopping destination in Latvia, boasting a vast selection of over 160 stores. Featuring the most popular European fashion, accessories, and beauty brands, this modern shopping centre has something for everyone. In addition to its extensive retail options, Riga Plaza also offers a wide range of entertainment and dining choices, …

Akropolis Alfa

Heralded as one of the best malls in Riga, this spacious shopping centre offers plenty of choices in terms of clothing and household goods, as well as food and entertainment …

Tīnes

Feel the warm and comforting atmosphere of this boutique while browsing through shawls, mittens, and sweaters knit from high-quality natural yarns. A must-visit during cold …