About Daugavpils
Daugavpils is one of Latvia's major cities, home to around 78,126 people.
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
Suggested itinerary
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Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Historical centre
- Visit Latgales Zoodārzs
- Visit Naujene Local History Museum
- Eat at Restorāns “Gubernators”
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
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Hotel Erfolg
Not perfectly rated, but the best budget option.
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Hotel "Rebir"
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Hotel "Hotel Dinaburg"
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Hotel "Park Hotel Latgola"
A three-star hotel.
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Hotel "Leo"
Shopping
- Daugavpils Tirgus
Museums & culture
- Naujene Local History Museum
In pictures
Daugavpils gallery
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