Adventures on a Budget: Daugavpils in 3 Days

Discover Daugavpils without emptying your pocket.

21 June 2023

Explore the charming city of Daugavpils on a limited budget. Visit the historic Dinaburga Castle, stroll through the beautiful Daugavpils Park, and take a tour of the Mark Rothko Art Center. Stay in a budget-friendly guesthouse or hostel, and enjoy inexpensive local cuisine at restaurants and cafes throughout the city.

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Day 1

Exploring the City

  • Check into the budget-friendly Solo Hotel
  • Walk to Daugavpils Fortress, a historic military complex turned modern-day art center
  • Visit the Mark Rothko Art Center, dedicated to the famous Latvian-born artist
  • Stroll through the historic city center
  • Enjoy traditional Latvian cuisine at Maija Grill
Day 2

Nature and Culture

  • Take a refreshing hike in the surrounding forests and lakes in the Biriniški Nature Park
  • Discover the city's multicultural history at the Latgale Culture and History Museum
  • Check out the glassblowing art at the Latgale Art and Craftsmanship Center
  • Visit the Saints Boris and Gleb Cathedral, the oldest Orthodox church in the city
  • Dine on delicious Latvian cuisine at Dubrovsky Bar and Grill
Day 3

Relaxation and Recreation

  • Head to the Aqua Centre SPA for a day of relaxation in the saunas and pools
  • Take a leisurely boat ride on the Daugava River
  • Visit the Daugavpils Zoo to see its exotic animals and birds
  • Explore the Daugavpils Regional and Art Museum for a deeper understanding of local culture
  • Savour a fondue feast at the cozy Grenadine cafe
  • Daugavpils may be a underrated city, but with its rich cultural history, stunning nature, and unique cuisine it's worth a visit.

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How to get there

Plane

The best way to get to Daugavpils, Latvia by plane is to fly to Riga International Airport and then take a connecting flight or train to Daugavpils.

Car

The best way to get to Daugavpils by car is to take the A6 highway east from Riga. The journey takes around 3 hours and you'll need to pay a toll at the border with Lithuania.

Train

If you prefer travel by train, the best way to get to Daugavpils is to take a train from Riga Central Station. The journey takes around 3 hours.

Boat

Although there are no direct boat connections to Daugavpils, you can take a boat to Riga port and then continue by train or bus to Daugavpils.

Bus

One of the easiest ways to get to Daugavpils is by bus from Riga. There are several companies with regular schedules, including Latvian Bus Lines and Ecolines.

Destination

Daugavpils

Looking for a place where the architecture is as strange as the name? Look no further than this charming city that will have you tongue-tied and laughing at the same time.

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