About Cēsis
We're still writing a full guide to Cēsis. In the meantime, explore its top-rated attractions below — ranked by real traveller ratings.
Top things to do in Cēsis
The 41 highest-rated places in Cēsis, ranked by travellers.
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Gauja National Park is Latvia's largest protected nature area, spanning over 90,000 hectares along the winding Gauja Riv...
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Cēsis Castle Park is a 19th-century landscape garden situated directly surrounding the medieval Cēsis Castle ruins. The...
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Rakši ZOO is a specialized animal park located in the Gauja National Park area that focuses on South American camelids....
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Plan your visit to Cēsis
Spring and early autumn usually bring the most comfortable weather for sightseeing, with mild days and thinner crowds than mid-summer.
Two to three days is enough to cover the main highlights, with extra time for day trips to nearby attractions.
City centres are usually walkable, with public transport linking the main districts; check local apps for tickets and routes.
Staying near the old town or main station keeps the top attractions within easy reach on foot or a short ride.
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Aventuro lists 41 curated attractions in and around Cēsis, ranked by traveller ratings.
Gauja National Park is the highest-rated place to visit in Cēsis right now.
The largest category is places of interest, with 12 places to explore.
Travellers also explore Riga, Sigulda, Jelgava.
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