About Ventspils
Ventspils is one of Latvia's major cities, home to around 32,723 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 Ventspils
1
Livonian Order Castle
2
Ventspils Market Square
3
Senču putekļi (museum)
4
Ventspils Town Hall Square
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Seaside Open-air Museum
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Ventspils Blue Flag Beach
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Akvaparks
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Walk and play on the beach. Take a dip in the sea
Budget travel
Free things to do in Ventspils
Ventspils Market Square
Ventspils Town Hall Square
Ventspils Blue Flag Beach
Akvaparks
Walk and play on the beach. Take a dip in the sea
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Livonian Order Castle
- Visit Ventspils Market Square
- Visit Senču putekļi (museum)
- Eat at Skroderkrogs
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Ventspils Town Hall Square
- Visit Seaside Open-air Museum
- Visit Ventspils Blue Flag Beach
- Eat at Kafejnīca Ukraina
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Akvaparks
- Visit Walk and play on the beach. Take a dip in the sea
- Eat at Kafejnīca Betānija
Where to eat
Local favourites
Skroderkrogs
Good food, good music, kids-friendly.
Kafejnīca Ukraina
Kafejnīca Betānija
Cheap and basic.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $
Hotel of Olimpic centre
Hotel guests receive 20% discount when using the sports park.
Hotel Vilnis
Regular hotel, 75 beds in 53 rooms.
- $
Piejūras kempings
Guesthouse Spicīte
Shopping
- Tobago Shopping Centre
Museums & culture
- Livonian Order Castle
- Senču putekļi (museum)
- Seaside Open-air Museum
In pictures
Ventspils gallery
Keep exploring
