Spikeri Quarter, Riga
Used as a cargo loading and unloading site on the banks of the Daugava river since the 14th century, the Spikeri Quarter saw a spurt in the construction of red-brick warehouses in the 19th century.
Used as a cargo loading and unloading site on the banks of the Daugava river since the 14th century, the Spikeri Quarter saw a spurt in the construction of red-brick warehouses in the 19th century. Of the original 58 warehouses, only 13 survive, which have been converted into homes for cultural organizations, art venues, cosy cafes and restaurants. Adjacent to the Central Market, it is part of the UNESCO World Heritage site of the historical centre of Riga. Explore the area to see the Concert Hall that hosts the Sinfionetta Riga chamber orchestra as well as Latvian Radio Choir, Riga Ghetto Museum, Dirty Deal Teatro, kim? – a contemporary arts centre, and the Museum of Doll Art.
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Spikeri Quarter and Nearby Sights on Map
Riga Central Market
Riga Central market is a striking building near the central train station notable for its huge hangars, built from parts of actual zeppelin hangars bought for the market in 1920
Riga Old Town
Sun Museum
A definite contender for Riga's weirdest museum, this one covers the history of sun mythology and its role in Latvian culture
Latvian Academy of Sciences
Built in 1953, this building is often called '''Stalin's Birthday Cake''' because of it's austere and ornamented design
Latvian National Opera
Latvian Photographic Museum
Constrains photos of Latvia since 1839, with focuses on the World Wars and 1905 Revolution
Jesus Church
An unusually-designed Lutheran church
St. John's Church (Riga)
A smaller, less spectacular church near St
Russian Orthodox Church of the Annunciation
Pharmaceutical Museum
In a renovated 18th century house