Cesis
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Things to do in Cesis

What to do

Looking for things to do in Cesis? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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The Freedom Monument
The Freedom Monument
4.7/515 Reviews
Vecrīga
Vecrīga
4.8/546 Reviews
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Historic landmark
Night view
House of the Black Heads
House of the Black Heads
4.8/562 Reviews
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Historic landmark
Viru Gate
Viru Gate
4.4/545 Reviews
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Historic landmark
Tallinn Town Hall
Tallinn Town Hall
4.2/572 Reviews
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Historic landmark
Walls of Tallinn
Walls of Tallinn
4.5/546 Reviews
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Historic landmark
Gediminas Castle Tower
Gediminas Castle Tower
4.8/523 Reviews
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Museums
Vilnius Cathedral
Vilnius Cathedral
4.8/548 Reviews
Gate of Dawn
Gate of Dawn
4.5/515 Reviews
Gulf of Finland
Gulf of Finland
4.7/589 Reviews
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Beaches and shores
Trakai Island Castle
Trakai Island Castle
4.6/514 Reviews
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Historic landmark

Where to stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Cesis, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Villa Santa
Villa Santa
4.6/522 Reviews
Rabbit Hotel
Rabbit Hotel
3.7/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
Cesis Boulevard Apartments
Cesis Boulevard Apartments
4.7/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
Hotel Katrina
Hotel Katrina
4.1/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
Guest House Kalniņi
Guest House Kalniņi
4.7/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
Chill up
Chill up
4.4/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
Glūdas Grava
Glūdas Grava
4.3/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
Laba Oma
Laba Oma
4.1/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
Kempings Ozolkalns
Kempings Ozolkalns
4.3/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
Cēsu Namiņš
Cēsu Namiņš
4.5/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
Rīgas 20/1 Apartaments
Rīgas 20/1 Apartaments
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Mēness Apartamenti
Mēness Apartamenti
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What to eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Cesis dishes and foodie spots.
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H.E. Vanadzins Ziemelu restorans
H.E. Vanadzins Ziemelu restorans
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Western cuisine
Avg. €15/person
Cafe 7 Bar
Cafe 7 Bar
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Western cuisine
Avg. €56/person
Trimpus Craft Brewery - Taproom
Trimpus Craft Brewery - Taproom
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Ruckas muiža
Ruckas muiža
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Kafejnica Pagrabins
Kafejnica Pagrabins
4.0/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
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Western cuisine
Restaurant Villa Santa
Restaurant Villa Santa
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Western cuisine
Avg. €15/person
Zala Zale
Zala Zale
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Quick bites
Mākslas telpa Mala
Mākslas telpa Mala
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Coffee shop
Ungurmuiža Restaurans
Ungurmuiža Restaurans
5.0/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
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Western cuisine
Avg. €15/person
Glendeloka
Glendeloka
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Western cuisine
Vinetas un Allas Kārumlāde
Vinetas un Allas Kārumlāde
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Coffee shop
Janoga
Janoga
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Bars/bistros

Cesis Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes

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Exploring Latvia's ancient castles

Exploring Latvia's ancient castles

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WREN FOX
Valmiera — The Latvian Town Where a Medieval Castle Meets a Modern Theater and the River Gauja Flows
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Valmiera — The Latvian Town Where a Medieval Castle Meets a Modern Theater and the River Gauja Flows

Nasnik
Nasnik
Sigulda — The Latvian Town Where Three Castles Watch Over the Gauja Valley and Autumn Paints
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Sigulda — The Latvian Town Where Three Castles Watch Over the Gauja Valley and Autumn Paints

Nasnik
Nasnik
Slow Traveling: Cesis — Latvia’s Enchanted Medieval Town for Peaceful Unrushed Exploration
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Slow Traveling: Cesis — Latvia’s Enchanted Medieval Town for Peaceful Unrushed Exploration

Janc C
Janc C
Latvia Turaida Castle to Sigulda Gutmanis Cave Gauja River Sandstone Path
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Latvia Turaida Castle to Sigulda Gutmanis Cave Gauja River Sandstone Path

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Latvia Cēsis Medieval Castle to Valmiermuiža Brewery Beer Cellar Park Lane
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Latvia Cēsis Medieval Castle to Valmiermuiža Brewery Beer Cellar Park Lane

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Latvia Gauja National Park: Sigulda to Turaida castle cliffside path
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Latvia Gauja National Park: Sigulda to Turaida castle cliffside path

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mamau78
Latvia: the treasure of the Baltic Sea, half urban romance, half forest

Latvia: the treasure of the Baltic Sea, half urban romance, half forest

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Best of Cesis

Popular Best Things to Do Near Cesis

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The Freedom Monument
The Freedom Monument
4.7/515 Reviews
Vecrīga
Vecrīga
4.8/546 Reviews
󱓓
Historic landmark
Night view
House of the Black Heads
House of the Black Heads
4.8/562 Reviews
󱓓
Historic landmark
Viru Gate
Viru Gate
4.4/545 Reviews
󱓓
Historic landmark
Tallinn Town Hall
Tallinn Town Hall
4.2/572 Reviews
󱓓
Historic landmark
Walls of Tallinn
Walls of Tallinn
4.5/546 Reviews
󱓓
Historic landmark
Gediminas Castle Tower
Gediminas Castle Tower
4.8/523 Reviews
󱓓
Museums
Vilnius Cathedral
Vilnius Cathedral
4.8/548 Reviews
Gate of Dawn
Gate of Dawn
4.5/515 Reviews
Gulf of Finland
Gulf of Finland
4.7/589 Reviews
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Beaches and shores
Trakai Island Castle
Trakai Island Castle
4.6/514 Reviews
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Historic landmark

Popular Cultural Hotels Near Cesis

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Liepupe Manor
Liepupe Manor
9.4/51 Reviews
Grand Palace Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Grand Palace Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World
9.3/5121 Reviews
Antonius Hotel
Antonius Hotel
9.4/562 Reviews
Hotel Telegraaf, Autograph Collection
Hotel Telegraaf, Autograph Collection
9.3/5125 Reviews
Pädaste Manor
Pädaste Manor
9.2/512 Reviews
Hotel Pacai, Vilnius, a Member of Design Hotels
Hotel Pacai, Vilnius, a Member of Design Hotels
9.3/573 Reviews
Radisson Collection Astorija Hotel, Vilnius
Radisson Collection Astorija Hotel, Vilnius
9.6/5134 Reviews

Popular Premium Hotels Near Cesis

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Liepupe Manor
Liepupe Manor
9.4/51 Reviews
Royal Spa & Hotel Resort
Royal Spa & Hotel Resort
8.4/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga
Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga
9.5/5110 Reviews
Grand Poet Hotel and Spa by Semarah
Grand Poet Hotel and Spa by Semarah
9.6/580 Reviews
Pullman Riga Old Town (Renovated 2025)
Pullman Riga Old Town (Renovated 2025)
8.7/545 Reviews
A22 Hotel
A22 Hotel
9.4/554 Reviews
Dome Hotel
Dome Hotel
8.7/589 Reviews
Grand Palace Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Grand Palace Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World
9.3/5121 Reviews
Jurmala Golf Club&Hotel
Jurmala Golf Club&Hotel
9.2/518 Reviews
TB Palace Hotel & Spa
TB Palace Hotel & Spa
9.7/52 Reviews
Baltic Beach Hotel & Spa
Baltic Beach Hotel & Spa
8.6/548 Reviews
Kernu Manor Hotel & Spa
Kernu Manor Hotel & Spa
8.9/52 Reviews

Popular 4-Star Select Hotels Near Cesis

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Port Hotel
Port Hotel
8.5/523 Reviews
Park Hotel Viljandi
Park Hotel Viljandi
9.2/575 Reviews
Grand Hotel Viljandi
Grand Hotel Viljandi
8.8/533 Reviews
Riga Lux Apartments - Ernesta, Free Parking
Riga Lux Apartments - Ernesta, Free Parking
9.3/517 Reviews
Hotel Bergs Suites
Hotel Bergs Suites
9.5/574 Reviews
Riga Lux Apartments - Skolas
Riga Lux Apartments - Skolas
9.6/542 Reviews
Tallink Hotel Riga
Tallink Hotel Riga
8.2/5113 Reviews
Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel, Riga
Radisson Blu Elizabete Hotel, Riga
9.2/5130 Reviews
Radisson Blu Latvija Conference Andspa Hotel, Riga
Radisson Blu Latvija Conference Andspa Hotel, Riga
8.8/5125 Reviews
AC Hotel Riga
AC Hotel Riga
9.0/592 Reviews
Radisson Blu Ridzene Hotel, Riga
Radisson Blu Ridzene Hotel, Riga
8.2/5113 Reviews
Forums Boutique Hotel
Forums Boutique Hotel
8.5/558 Reviews

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Popular Types of Attractions in Cesis

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Exploring Latvia's ancient castles  |  Valmiera — The Latvian Town Where a Medieval Castle Meets a Modern Theater and the River Gauja Flows  |  Sigulda — The Latvian Town Where Three Castles Watch Over the Gauja Valley and Autumn Paints  |  Slow Traveling: Cesis — Latvia’s Enchanted Medieval Town for Peaceful Unrushed Exploration  |   Latvia Turaida Castle to Sigulda Gutmanis Cave Gauja River Sandstone Path  |   Latvia Cēsis Medieval Castle to Valmiermuiža Brewery Beer Cellar Park Lane  |  Latvia Gauja National Park: Sigulda to Turaida castle cliffside path  |  Latvia: the treasure of the Baltic Sea, half urban romance, half forest  |  European Trip 57 June 21, 2026, 12:20 PM, the "World Puzzle: Poland, Belarus, and the Three Baltic States" team, led by China Comfort Travel's  |  European Journey 54  |  Europe Trip 52  |  Europe Trip 50  |  Europe Tour 49  |  Cēsis — The Latvian Town Where a Medieval Castle Meets Art Nouveau Streets and the Forests Close In  |  Slow Traveling: Turaida Castle — Latvia’s Magical Medieval Retreat for Peaceful Slow Exploration  |  🏰 Not Tallinn or Riga: Why Cēsis is the most underrated city in the Baltics  |  Little Gauja Park- A Day in Sigulda  |  Welcome to Latvia Travel  |  Golden Hour Capital  |  Day in Cēsīs ❤️

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