One of the most beautiful cities in Latvia is Liepaja. Many call it the windy city. Others characterize it as the city of amber. It is a city that loves sports, music and is rich in culture. The architecture of the buildings is magnificent, several houses are in the art nouveau style and it is estimated that it dates back to the middle of the 13th century as an inhabited town. Apart from Latvians, the percentage of Russian permanent residents is very high.
Currency: Euro
Calling Code: +371
Nearest airports from city center: Palanga Airport (61km), Riga Airport (207km), Kaliningrad Airport (331km).
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** KAROSTA PRISON (Invalīdu iela 4, Liepāja, LV-3402)
It is a military prison open to the public that operated until 1997. Rebels, deserters and those who were considered enemies of the regime were imprisoned there, mainly during the time of Joseph Stalin.
*** ARTILLERY BATTERY NO. 1 (Jātnieku iela 25, Liepāja, LV-3414)
This is the most famous part of the Liepaja fortress. It dates from the end of the 19th century and stopped working in 1908.
*** LIEPAJA SEASIDE PARK (Liepu iela, Liepāja, LV-3401)
In an area of 50 hectares and 3 kilometers long you will find one of the most beautiful parks in the country. It dates from the end of the 19th century.
*** LIEPAJA MUSEUM (Kūrmājas prospekts 16/18, Liepāja, LV-3401)
In a wonderful space with thousands of exhibits you will have the opportunity to see everything about the History of the area. Artifacts and exhibits from many centuries are in the museum.
*** ST. JOSEPH’S CATHEDRAL (Rakstvežu iela 13, Liepāja, LV-3401)
It is one of the most beautiful churches in the country dating from the middle of the 18th century and is of neo-Romanesque architecture.
*** HOLY TRINITY CATHEDRAL (Lielā iela 9, Liepāja, LV-3401)
It is one of the most beautiful churches and dates from the middle of the 18th century. In 2020, the reconstruction of the facade of the building was completed.
*** LIEPAJA BEACH
It is one of the most historic beaches in Latvia, as the residents of Liepāja have preferred it for their baths since the mid-19th century.
*** LIEPAJA NORTHERN BREAKWATER (Liepāja, LV-3414)
It is the largest breakwater in Latvia, it is 1,800 meters long and dates from the end of the 19th century.
*** COURTYARD ROMAN GARDEN
It dates from the 19th century as a trading arcade and you can enjoy the romantic courtyard. There are shops, a bakery, a hotel and an art gallery.
*** ALLEY OF FAME OF LATVIAN MUSICIANS
The city is famous as the birthplace of Latvian musicians. Place your hand on the 42 handprints of many famous country musicians present in the venue.
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** Sculptures of Liepāja Anthem Characters! It has many in different parts of the city.
*** St. Annes Church and Luther’s Church are two churches that deserve your attention.
*** Check the days you will be in town if there is a performance at the “Great Amber” Concert Hall. We would recommend you to live the experience.
*** Rose Square is one of the most beautiful squares in the city.
FOOD AND DRINK
Liepaja is a culinary paradise. It has many restaurants with with cuisines from all over the world. The locals would recommend you to try carnikavas negi, roast pork piglets, beef, chicken, potato pancakes, duck meat and putra. Also try asindesa (blood sausage), smoked fish, karbonade (schnitzel), dumplings, various kinds of soups (especially cold beet soup) and the special meat recipes (especially pork). Also, the bacon rolls, piragi and the wonderful cottage cheeses are worth tasting. For dessert we would recommend you to try black rye bread, ekler, abolu platsmaize (apple flatbread), sklandrausis and pancakes. Accompany your food with beer or wine.
WHERE TO STAY
You will find several hotels and accommodations in the city center or even a few kilometers away from the center.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** Ostmala Shopping Mall is an excellent choice for your shopping.
*** Shopping center Kurzeme / Tirdzniecības centrs Kurzeme is another option to do your shopping.
*** Rietumu centrs is worth a visit for your shopping.
*** Explore the city’s boutiques and you won’t miss out! There you will not only find clothes, but also unique jewelry.
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot or by bike.
CITIES NEAR LIEPAJA
Major cities close to Liepaja are Riga (213km), Kaliningrad (303km), Kaunas (320km).
