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Otra Elpa

The guide was updated: 2024-09-11

A cosy charity thrift shop with a tiny café downstairs. A nice place to roam around and find a unique item to take home as a souvenir while also contributing to a good cause.

Useful Information

Address: Stabu iela 35, Riga
Opening hours: Mon–Fri 10am–7pm, Sat 11am–5pm
Website: www.otraelpa.lv
Phone: +371 22 557 770
Email: info@otraelpa.lv

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Riga Central Market

Riga Central Market

Housed in Zeppelin hangers, Riga's vibrant central market is an experience not to be missed. Authentic and mainly non-touristic, the market is where locals come to shop for everything – from groceries to clothing and household items. Several food stalls also sell freshly made local delights.

Galerija Centrs

Galerija Centrs

Opened in 1938, Galerija Centrs is a shopping mall located in the Old Town of Riga, in the historic Vecrīga neighbourhood. The mall offers 110 shops, as well as cafés, restaurants, and other services. It boasts a unique blend of historical elements and modern architecture, and there are shops to suit every pocket. The atmosphere at Galerija Centrs is not too crowded or stressful, making it a great place for a relaxing shopping experience.

Berga Bazārs

Berga Bazārs

Originally constructed between 1887–1900, Berga Bazārs is a pedestrian zone/shopping arcade in the heart of Riga. Its maze-like layout is home to a wide range of restaurants, bars, and cafés, as well as beauty salons, a barbershop, and small boutique shops selling a variety of items such as antique maps, French wines, exclusive cosmetics, and clothing by local fashion designers. In addition, there are event and exhibition spaces, as well as weekly outdoor jazz concerts in the summer.

Stockmann

Stockmann

The high-quality, six-storey department store Stockmann offers clothing, cosmetics, electronics, and items for the home, but also houses a supermarket and a delicatessen store in the basement. A lunch break with Latvian pancakes and tea can be enjoyed on the shopping complex’s top floor.

Otra Elpa

Otra Elpa

A cosy charity thrift shop with a tiny café downstairs. A nice place to roam around and find a unique item to take home as a souvenir while also contributing to a good cause.

Humana Vintage

Humana Vintage

The Riga instalment of this international vintage store chain is everything you would expect from a venue celebrated as a "hipster paradise" – retro/vintage clothing, record players, second-hand books, and much more.

Robert's Books

Robert's Books

Robert's books is a small English-language bookshop started by The Economist's former journalist Robert Cottrell. He brought to life what he envisioned as a perfect bookstore – a place where great minds meet and find food for thought. Feel free to bring in your old books and exchange them for a freshly brewed cup of coffee.

Bang Bang Shop & Coffee

Bang Bang Shop & Coffee

What started as a small outlet selling Vans turned into a hip hangout spot when the store was complemented by a coffee shop. It now still offers a wide array of men's (and women's) clothing, accessories, and footwear, as well as a quiet place to enjoy a coffee break looking out on the town.

Doma Antikvariats

Doma Antikvariats

One of the best locations in Riga to shop for antiques, this venue sells jewellery, porcelain, works of art, furniture, and much more. The staff are very helpful and willing to go out of their way to help you make the right choice.

Noble Wine

Noble Wine

Championed as one of the best in Riga, this store and wine bar is a must-visit destination for wine lovers. Offering a broad selection of quality international wines as well as a great selection of gourmet snacks, this is the perfect place to relax and unwind. The helpful, knowledgeable staff are always on hand to assist with recommendations and pairings, making it a truly enjoyable experience.

Riga Plaza

Riga Plaza

Riga Plaza is a premier shopping destination in Latvia, boasting a vast selection of over 160 stores. Featuring the most popular European fashion, accessories, and beauty brands, this modern shopping centre has something for everyone. In addition to its extensive retail options, Riga Plaza also offers a wide range of entertainment and dining choices, making it the perfect place to spend a day out with the family.

Akropolis Alfa

Akropolis Alfa

Heralded as one of the best malls in Riga, this spacious shopping centre offers plenty of choices in terms of clothing and household goods, as well as food and entertainment options.

Tīnes

Tīnes

Feel the warm and comforting atmosphere of this boutique while browsing through shawls, mittens, and sweaters knit from high-quality natural yarns. A must-visit during cold seasons!

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