Latvia · 2026 itinerary
Daugavpils 3-Day Itinerary
A day-by-day plan for Daugavpils: the best attractions in order, where to eat, how to get around — with free hotel briefings for your stay.
Arrive & Explore the Highlights
A pleasant city park with walking paths, a pond, benches, and a small playground. Good for a quiet stroll or picnic.
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Free entry💡 Bring your own snacks — there's no café inside. The park connects to the pedestrian street Rigas iela, making it a good mid-walk stop.
Hotels near Daugavpils Centrālais Parks (Central Park) →Small but well-curated museum covering local history, art, and archaeology. Entry is free on certain days.
🕐 Tue-Sat 10:00-18:00, Sun 10:00-16:00, closed Mon
Free entry💡 Free entry every last Wednesday of the month. Check their Facebook page for temporary exhibitions that sometimes charge a small fee.
Hotels near Daugavpils Novadpētniecības un Mākslas Muzejs (Museum of Local History and Art) →Pasaules brīnumi · ££
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Deeper Into Daugavpils
The main pedestrianised street in Daugavpils, lined with early 20th-century buildings, shops, and a few benches. Good for people-watching.
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💡 Walk from the central square (Vienības laukums) down to the Daugava River embankment — you'll pass the striking Orthodox cathedral and a Soviet-era fountain. Best visited late afternoon when the light hits the brick facades.
A vast 19th-century fortress complex with ramparts, gates, and cobbled streets. Most of the grounds are open to wander without a ticket.
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💡 Walk the full perimeter wall — it takes about an hour and gives you views over the Daugava River. The Mark Rothko Art Centre inside charges entry, but the fortress itself is free.
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Final Favourites & Departure
A large lake with a public beach, wooden jetty, and walking trails through surrounding pine forest. Popular for swimming in summer.
💡 Take bus #2 from the city centre (15 min). For a quieter spot, walk to the north shore away from the main beach area.
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Getting Around Daugavpils
Buy a 24-hour ticket (€2.50) from Narvesen kiosk at platform. Tram stops right outside hotel — wave to driver to board. Valid for all 3 lines.
Bus stops outside terminal building; buy ticket from driver (coins only). From Autoosta, walk 10 mins north on Rīgas iela to Celtnieks.
Book 1st class for €18 — quieter, has power sockets. Station is a 15-min walk from hotel; no direct tram yet.
Book via BalticTaxi app for fixed fare; cash is common, but cards accepted if you ask. Drivers rarely speak English — have hotel address written down.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 3 days enough for Daugavpils?
Three days covers the main highlights well. You can see the key attractions like Daugavpils Centrālais Parks (Central Park) and get a genuine feel for the city. For a more leisurely pace or to explore neighbourhoods in depth, a 5-day trip is better.
What is the best time to visit Daugavpils?
See our full best time to visit Daugavpils guide — it covers weather month by month, peak vs. shoulder seasons and how to avoid the crowds.
Where should I stay for this itinerary?
A central location saves transit time between sites. Top options include Verina, REBIR, SanMari. See the full ranked list with free briefings for each.