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Riga to Liepāja day trip by private car

From the capital to Latvia's seaside music city and back in one day, in a private car with a driver, with time for the beach, Karosta and the Great Amber concert hall.

Full day215 kmfrom 350 EUR per car
Riga to Liepāja

Liepāja is on the Baltic coast about 215 km south-west of Riga, roughly three hours by car. It is known as the city where the wind is born and as Latvia's music city, with a long white beach and a lively old centre.

The landmark is the Great Amber concert hall, a glass building the colour of amber that stands by the canal. In Karosta, the former military port, you can walk to the ruins of the Northern Forts on the shore. A private driver makes a long day easy: you choose the pace and your luggage stays in the car.

Duration
Full day
Distance
215 km
Driving time
2 h 50 min
From
from 350 EUR per car

Price per vehicle

ClassVehicleSeatsPrice
Standard carVolvo V60 / Mercedes-Benz E-Class3€350
Standard vanOpel Zafira Life7€420
Premium vanMercedes-Benz V-Class6€560
Premium carMercedes-Benz S400 AMG Line3€770
Large vanMercedes-Benz Sprinter19On request

The 19-seat Sprinter is available on request and needs at least 3 days' notice. Prices are for the whole vehicle with driver, not per person, and include the shortest sightseeing stop.

Stops on this trip

Choose at least one stop when you book and how long you want to stay. The driver waits at every stop and your luggage stays in the car.

Liepāja and Karosta
Liepāja and Karosta
Liepāja and Karosta

Liepāja and Karosta

Latvia's seaside music city, about 215 km from Riga. The Great Amber concert hall stands by the canal, the old centre and the long white beach are a short walk away, and in Karosta, the former military port, you can walk to the ruins of the Northern Forts on the shore. Allow 3 to 4 hours.

One stop is included in the trip price: the most expensive stop you select. Every additional stop is added at the price shown.

A sample day

  1. Pick-up in Riga

    An early start from your hotel, apartment or the airport.

  2. Drive to Liepāja

    About three hours through Kurzeme.

  3. Centre and Great Amber

    The concert hall, the canal and the old town, with lunch at a local café.

  4. Karosta and the beach

    The Northern Forts and the Baltic beach before the drive back.

  5. Return to Riga

    Back at your address in the evening.

What is included

  • A private vehicle with a professional, English-speaking driver
  • Pick-up and drop-off at the addresses you choose: hotel, apartment or airport
  • The shortest sightseeing stop, with the driver waiting
  • Luggage stays in the car between stops
  • A fixed price agreed before you travel, VAT included where applicable
  • Flight tracking when you are collected from the airport

Good to know

  • Entrance tickets, meals and guides are not included in the price.
  • Larger groups can use several vehicles, or the 19-seat Sprinter on request with 3 days' notice.
  • Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia are all in the Schengen area and use the euro. Border checks are usually absent, but carry a passport or ID card.

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Questions about this trip

How much does the Riga to Liepāja trip cost?

From €350 for a Standard Car (up to 3 passengers), €420 for a Standard Van (up to 7) and €560 for a Premium Van (up to 6). Prices are per vehicle, for the whole day.

How long is the drive?

215 km, about three hours each way. It is a long day, so we suggest an early start.

Is Liepāja worth a day trip?

Yes, if you like the sea, music and unusual architecture. For a shorter day choose Kuldīga or Jūrmala.

Can we stay overnight?

Yes. Contact us for a price for a two-day trip with the same driver.

Can a larger group come along?

Yes. Book several vehicles, or the 19-seat Sprinter on request with at least 3 days' notice.

Is there a plain transfer without stops?

Yes. See the fixed price for a direct Riga to Liepāja transfer in the booking panel below.

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