Timeline
08:20
Walk to Čiekurkalns district to find a quiet spot with a view toward the southwest. The tram 11 or bus 9 will bring you to the area. Arrive before the sun breaks the horizon to let your eyes adjust to the dim light.
08:50
Watch the sunrise at 08:50. The light will hit the historical wooden houses from the southwest, highlighting the textures of the 19th-century architecture.
09:50
Stay in the district. The golden light begins at 15:00, but for a sunrise plan, use this time to enjoy the quiet morning atmosphere in the residential streets before the day fully wakes up.
Local tip
Since there are no food and drink places listed in the immediate vicinity of the anchor or viewing spots in the provided context, you will need to check the route for nearby cafes that open early for breakfast after your walk.
Check before you go
- Sunrise is at 08:50 on 15 January. Arrive at least 30 minutes early.
- No food or drink venues are listed in the immediate context for this specific anchor. Plan to walk to a nearby area for breakfast once you are done.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Riga (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).