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Daugavpils, Latvia

Daugavpils is a state city in southeastern Latvia, located on the banks of the Daugava River, from which the city derives its name. The parts of the city to the north of the river belong to the historical Latvian region of Latgale, and those to the south lie in Selonia.

Type City

Why go

  • State city of Latvia in Latgale and Selonia, capital of Augšdaugava Municipality.
  • Served by Adamova Airstrip.

History

Daugavpils is a state city in southeastern Latvia, located on the banks of the Daugava River, from which the city derives its name. The parts of the city to the north of the river belong to the historical Latvian region of Latgale, and those to the south lie in Selonia. It is the second-largest city in the country after the capital Riga, which is located some 230 kilometres northwest and is the ninth most populous city in the Baltic states. In addition to being a state city with its own municipality, the administration of the surrounding Augšdaugava Municipality is located in Daugavpils as well.

Restaurants & places to go

Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Th 09:00-22:00; Fr-Sa 09:00-07:00; Su 09:00-22:00 Features: takeaway · 55 Rīgas iela, Daugavpils, LV-5401 · hesburger.lv
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Japanese, Restaurant · Opening hours: 11:30-21:00 Features: step-free access · 60 Cietokšņa iela, Daugavpils, LV-5401 · yamasushi.lv
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Sushi, Kebab, Fast Food · Opening hours: 10:00-22:00 Features: outdoor seating, takeaway, delivery · 80 Jātnieku iela, Daugavpils, LV-5410 · fullfire.lv
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Pizza, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:00-22:15; Fr,Sa 10:00-23:00 · 68 Mihoelsa iela, Daugavpils, LV-5401 · luna.menu
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International, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 08:00-19:00;Su 08:00-19:00 · 60 Viestura iela, Daugavpils, LV-5401 · mego.lv
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Cake, Tea, Buschenschank, Coffee Shop, Cafe · Opening hours: 24/7 · Svente, LV-5473 · rudzupukes.lv
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Regional, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:00-20:00 · 7 Alejas iela, Svente, LV-5473 · sventehotel.lv
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Local, Sushi, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Th 11:00-22:00; Fr 11:00-00:00; Sa 12:00-00:00; Su 12:00-22:00 · 49 Rīgas iela, Daugavpils, LV-5401 · vesma.lv
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Airports

Zarasai Airfield 23 km to the centre
Zarasai, UT, LT
Outdoor
Rokiškio aerodromas 59 km to the centre
Rokiškis, PN, LT
Outdoor
Utena Airfield 68 km to the centre
Utena, UT, LT
Outdoor
Ignalina 75 km to the centre
UT, LT
Outdoor
Griva Airfield 4.7 km to the centre
Daugavpils, DGV, LV
Outdoor
Gančauski Airfield 20 km to the centre
Gančauski, 111, LV
Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Adamova Airstrip; 15 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Daugavpils, Latvia. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Local transit

Public transit · Schedules & GTFS data