What are the best things to do in Daugavpils?
Top picks in Daugavpils include Historical centre, Latgales Zoodārzs, Naujene Local History Museum. See the full list and itinerary on this Daugavpils travel guide.
Photo: Ivo Kruusamägi · CC BY-SA 4.0
Why visit Daugavpils
Travel guide for Daugavpils, Latvia — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Daugavpils is a stop in Latvia, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 1 days. If time is short, prioritise Historical centre, Latgales Zoodārzs, Naujene Local History Museum instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 55–120 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Daugavpils
1
Historical centre
2
Latgales Zoodārzs
3
Naujene Local History Museum
Plan your trip
Daugavpils itinerary (1 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Historical centre
- Visit Latgales Zoodārzs
- Visit Naujene Local History Museum
- Eat at Restorāns “Gubernators”
Budget
Daugavpils trip cost
Budget
USD 25–45
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 55–120
per person / day
Luxury
USD 140–230+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Daugavpils, Latvia. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Daugavpils
Estimated total (USD)
$2,145
≈ $1,073 per person · $306 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $90/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Daugavpils mid-range ground costs (budget 25–45 · mid 55–120 · luxury 140–230+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Restorāns “Gubernators”
Country-themed restaurant displaying moose heads and other kitschy stuff and serving traditional fare like Rulechka and Telega. It also has
Bistro “Grill Niko”
Pizza and kebabs and such.
Kafejnīca “Pasaules brīnumi”
This cafe/diner serves tastefully prepared dishes like pasta and cutlet.
Kafejnīca “Pīlādzis”
Kind of like a farmhouse eatery.
Kafejnīca “Mego”
Something like a cafe/canteen serving affordable dishes.
Restorāns “Plaza”
Continental fare served on one of the top floors of the hotel, with a view of the city.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $
Hotel Erfolg
Not perfectly rated, but the best budget option.
- $
Hotel "Rebir"
- $
Hotel "Hotel Dinaburg"
- $
Hotel "Park Hotel Latgola"
A three-star hotel.
- $
Hotel "Leo"
Shopping
- Daugavpils Tirgus
Museums & culture
- Naujene Local History Museum
In pictures
Daugavpils gallery
Photos: Ivo Kruusamägi, Anatolyvyalikh, Laima Gutmane, Sergei Prokudin-Gorskii — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Daugavpils travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Daugavpils?
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds.
How many days do I need in Daugavpils?
Plan at least 1 days in Daugavpils for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Daugavpils?
Popular stays in Daugavpils include Hotel Erfolg, Hotel "Rebir", Hotel "Hotel Dinaburg". Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Daugavpils cost?
On the ground in Daugavpils (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 25–45 per person per day, mid-range about 55–120, and luxury about 140–230+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Daugavpils, Latvia. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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