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Latvia dating guide advises how to pick up Latvian girls and how to hookup with local women in Latvia. Travel, enjoy and have fun with hot single girls and you might even meet the love of your life. Read more on how to date Latvian women, where to find sex and how to get laid in Latvia, Europe.

A 360 degree panoramic view of the skyline of Riga in Latvia.

Latvia is one of three Baltic countries located on the Baltic Sea. Latvia is famous for its landscape that is marked by dense, sprawling forests and wide beaches. Riga is the capital of the country and is famous for its notable wooden art and nouveau architecture. The city is also famous for its vast central market, medieval Old Town, and museums. Riga is the only major city of the country constituting 33% of the total population of the country. Other major cities include Daugavpils and Liepaja but are much smaller than Riga in terms of population and area. Around 80% of the total population follows Christianity, followed by a very small number of Jews and Muslims. Latvian is the official language of Latvia.

Latvia Top 10 Overview:

Chance of picking up girls: 3.5 / 5

Picking up at daytime: 3.25 / 5

Picking up at nighttime: 3.75 / 5

Looks of girls: 4 / 5

Attitude of girls: 3.5 / 5

Nightlife in general: 3.5 / 5

Locals' English level: 3.6 / 5

Transportation: 3.5 / 5

Budget per day: US$100 - $150

Accommodation: US$20 - $170

Latvian Girls

Latvian girls are gorgeous, smart, and savvy. Latvia is one of those countries with big gender imbalance. The total number of women in Latvia is 8% more than that of men. Therefore, you will find a lot of girls in Latvia. Moreover, if you spend more time in Riga, you will find a lot of stunning Latvian women. However, Latvian women are not easy to date. You will need commendable patience to withstand the dating and relationship standards of Latvian women. Latvian women are smart and picky when it comes to relationship. Shortage of men in Latvia does not mean that Latvian women are open for dating with every other guy the meet. You have to prove your mettle, dependability, and loyalty to impress a Latvian woman. But why are Latvian women so picky? Well, there are a lot of factors that affect and determine the attitude of women in a country.

Religion plays an important role in the attitude of women. As mentioned earlier, most of the people in Latvia are Christians. Christianity is a liberal religion and has no regulations on dating. Therefore, Christian girls can freely talk and think about relationships and dating. Education plays another vital role in the attitude of women. 99.9% of the women in Latvia are known to be educated, which is a very impressive number. This high education makes them really smart, savage, and almost impossible to fool.

Luring them with your money or foreigner novelty will not work. Upbringing is another important factor that makes an impact on the attitude of girls. Latvian girls have always grown up without any restrictions and regulations. They have been independent and are allowed to make their own decisions from a very young age. Latvian girls prefer longer relationships and are very loyal to their man. It is almost impossible to pick up a Latvian girl who is already in a relationship. Latvian girls also take time in approving you as their boyfriend. They will test you on all qualities before making the final decision.

RatingLooks Looks of girls: 4 / 5

Latvian girls have typical Baltic features. They are tall, slim, and sexy. They have wavy hair that comes in various color. You can find Latvian women with hair color ranging from dark brown to light blonde and light grey. Latvian girls take care of their figure and always keep it maintained. They work out regularly and have a fit body with medium assets. They love fashion and thus, dress elegantly and smartly.

A beautiful Latvian girl
RatingAttitude Attitude of girls: 3.5 / 5

The attitude of Latvian girls depends upon your intention. If you are approaching them for help or just friendly talk, you will come across the most friendly and polite girls of the world. On the other hand, if you want to get into a relationship with them or go date, you will come across a very choosy, savvy, and intelligent girl who might astonish you, for instance. However, there are a lot of ways to impress Latvian girls which are discussed in further sections.

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How to Pick Up Girls

Picking up girls in Latvia is not easy. Be prepared for a lot of rejections and counter questions. You need to be confident and patient. Confidence and patience are the key behavior traits that will help you successfully pick up Latvian girls. Your approach should not be too assertive, either. To pick up Latvian girls, you have to play it safe and smart. Depending upon the place and time, you can accordingly modify your pickup techniques to get success. As a general rule, you can approach a girl and ask her for the help of a kind that cannot be refused. You can control the conversation afterward.

Daytime and nighttime have different pickup techniques and spots. You might get decent success while picking up girls in part during the daytime, but the case will not be the same in the nighttime. Therefore, you need to choose the spots accordingly. Your approach should also vary during the daytime and nighttime. During the daytime, the chances are that you will pick up girls in the open, and thus, you need to be a bit passive. During the nighttime, you can be more straightforward. Picking up girls in the nighttime is easier than during the daytime.

RatingPickup Chance of picking up: 3.25 / 5

Chance of picking up girls in Latvia is good but not awesome. You might get a few opportunities here and there if you are lucky, but in general, you will be dependent on the attitude of the girl. As mentioned above, most of the girls prefer longer relationships. So, if you are visiting Latvia for a longer time, say a few weeks or months, you might get success in picking up girls. But, if your only aim with the Latvian girls is to have sex, you may face a lot of rejection and disappointment.

Tips for Daytime

Daytime offers some decent opportunities to pick up girls in Latvia. To pick up girls, you should stick to Riga only because no other city in Latvia has good chances to pick up girls. You may get success in other cities, but it is better to play safe and stick to Riga. If you are planning a longer visit, you may check out other cities like Daugavpils and Liepaja if you have exhausted all the options in Riga. In the daytime, you need to figure out popular spots in the city. Riga being the capital and the most important Latvian city has a lot of popular spots where you can find girls to meet and interact. In Latvia, popular spots commonly include general hangout spots like shopping malls, lunch spots, cafes, and other spots which are common among local people. Some great shopping malls in Latvia are:

  • Shopping Centre Spice, Riga
  • Riga Plaza, Riga
Riga Plaza
  • Galerija Centrs, Riga

Some popular cafes in Latvia are:

  • MiiT Coffee, Riga
  • Rocket Bean Roastery, Riga
  • Innocent, Riga

Some good dining spots in the city are:

  • The Catch, Riga
  • Restaurant Domini Canes, Riga
  • Melnā Bite, Riga

Latvia is not a prevalent tourist destination. However, during the months of July and August, you may find a few tourists in Latvia, especially in Riga. If you come across tourists, you should not miss out on interacting with them as they are easy to approach and pick up. Tourists are usually friendly, and when on vacation, they get more naughty and somewhat horny. You can take advantage of this and increase your chances of getting laid in Latvia. If you want to pick up tourists, you should utilize the daytime and visit the popular tourist destinations. Some popular tourist spots in Latvia are:

  • Rundāle Palace, Rundāle Parish
The majestic Rundāle Palace
  • House of the Black Heads, Riga
House of the Black Heads
  • Riga Central Market, Riga
Riga Central Market
  • The Freedom Monument, Riga
RatingDaytime Chance of picking up at daytime: 3.25 / 5

Chances to pick up girls in Latvia during the daytime are good if you visit the right places. You may not find a lot of girls on the streets during the daytime. However, you can visit some popular spots increase the chances of finding and picking up girls. If you want to pick up tourists, the daytime can be more rewarding if you visit Latvia at the right time and choose the right spots to visit. Your chances during the daytime can increase drastically if you use daytime to fix dates for the nighttime and then proceed further during the night.

Best Places to Meet Girls

Riga has a lot of good spots to meet girls. However, other cities in Latvia do not encompass such spots barring a few. Each and every city has different spots that are ideal for meeting girls. A lot depends on the culture and the mentality of the people. Therefore, you cannot have a few pre-decided spots in your mind that work for every city. You may feel a need to ask locally about the best places to get the best idea. However, there are a few spots in Latvia that are known to host a lot of young people every day and should be on your list if you want to meet more girls. These spots are:

  • Riga Central Market, Riga
Riga Central Market
  • Riga Cathedral, Riga
Riga Cathedral
  • Albert Street, Riga
Art Nouveau at Albert Street, Riga
  • Latvian National Opera, Riga
Latvian National Opera
  • Līvu Akvaparks, Riga
Līvu Akvaparks
  • Riga Motor Museum, Riga
Riga Motor Museum
  • Vērmane Garden, Riga
Vērmane Garden
Jūrmala beach is 26 kilometers long strip of white sand. It is the most important landmark of Jurmala resort town
  • Bastejkalna park, Latvia
Bastejkalna park
Gaiziņkalns

Tips for Nighttime

Nighttime is good for picking up girls for one night stands and casual hookups. Nightclubs and bars are popular in Latvia, especially in Riga. Riga is a great city for the night game with so many liberal girls and tourists. The key to success during the nighttime is simply dependent on two factors: place and consistency. Place plays a vital role in getting the desired outcomes during the nighttime. In Riga, 11. Novembra Krastmala, 13. Janvara Lela, and Centrs are the places with the best nightlife. Other cities like Daugavpils and Liepāja also have an average nightlife, but there are no prevalent nightspots.

During the nighttime, you should visit all the popular nightclubs, bars, and pubs around these areas. Your dressing is also crucial because a good first impression depends on the way you present yourself. During the nighttime, you can approach the girls directly and try to interact with them. You have to be very confident because Latvian girls are very smart and picky. If they find even a small flaw in you, they will lose interest. Therefore, you need to focus a lot on your personality, looks, and confidence. If all of the above boxes are ticked, you need to be consistent.

If you are confident about everything from your looks to your confidence, you also need to acknowledge the fact that no matter how good you are, you will still get rejected. No matter how good a man looks, how intelligent he is, and how attractive his personality is, there will be girls who will reject him. Therefore, you should always be prepared for rejection and don't let yourself down if you get rejected a few times. Just be confident and keep on trying. If you have set up a date with a girl you met during the day, you have a great opportunity to make the best out of your date. More dating tips are given in further sections.

RatingNighttime Chance of hooking up at nighttime: 3.75 / 5

You can get a commendable success during the nighttime in Riga. Other cities are not ideal for hooking up, and you should avoid them if picking up girls is your priority. In Riga, if you visit nightclubs and bars located in popular areas, you have a much better chance to get success. Follow all the tips mentioned above to make your night game successful.

Best Nightclubs to Meet Girls

Riga has some incredible nightclubs and bars. These places are not only great for picking up girls but excellent for chilling out and having fun as well. As mentioned above, Novembra Krastmala, Janvara Lela, and Centrs are the places where you will find the best nightclubs. Daugavpils and Liepāja also have a few good nightclubs but are not good for picking up girls. You might spend time in these places if you are not much interested in picking up girls. Best nightclubs in Latvia are listed below.

Just Bar
RatingLooks Nightlife in general: 3 / 5

If we talk particularly about Riga, it has an incredible nightlife. Clubs, bars, pubs, and lounges are spread all over the city that entertains thousands of people daily. But, other cities don't have a nightlife worth appreciation. Cities have a decent nightlife, but you cannot label them as great or excellent. Moreover, if your aim is to pick up girls, they are not recommended at all. Therefore, Latvia as a country is not known for its nightlife because no city except Riga has a nightlife worth a mention.

Mature Ladies and Cougars

Chances of getting laid with mature women and cougars are higher compared to young girls. The reason is obvious and applies to all western countries. Mature women are much more open-minded and polite. Most of the women are employed and independent and thus consider themselves as a person who can have choices to have sex with whoever they want. Thus, many mature women in these countries engage in multiple small casual relationships. You can get massive success with mature women if you know where to find them and how to intrigue and impress them. Mature women like healthy compliments. If you are good at doing so, you are good to go.

Regions

Regions of Latvia
Kurzeme
Latgale
Riga region
Vidzeme
Zemgale

Cities

  • Riga - The capital city with more than 800 years old history, with the popular holiday suburb of Jūrmala right by
Dome square in Riga
  • Daugavpils - Second biggest city in Latvia. Features many factories and other industries.
Artillery arsenal, Daugavpils fortress
  • Jurmala - A resort town in Latvia. It claims to have the longest beach in Northern Europe.
Jurmala
  • Kuldīga - Kuldīga is the pearl of Kurzeme, Latvia's western region.
The masonry bridge across river Venta in the town of Kuldiga
  • Liepaja - city of music on the Baltic sea coast, which is always windy. Latvians believe that the wind starts in the city; and well-known Latvian musicians come from there. There is a very interesting former secret military town called Karosta, between a lake and the sea. One of the world's largest pipe organs. Famous summer event Baltic Beach Party in July. Fantastic unspoilt, white, soft sandy beach.
A view from Holy Trinity Cathedral in Liepaja, Latvia
  • Madona - A small scenic town in eastern Vidzeme, surrounded by hills, forests and lakes, capital of winter sports.
Panorama of Madona
  • Sigulda - popular town with many interesting castles and historic places. Most popular attraction outside Riga for foreign tourists.
Sigulda Castle
  • Valka - A town in northern Latvia, on the border with Estonia.
A windmill in Valka
  • Ventspils - hosts one of busiest ports in Europe. It is possible to observe incoming ships.
Ventspils Beach

Dating

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Top Dating Tips

This is where it gets intense. Coming on a date with a Latvian girl is a great achievement, but not even half the work is done yet. You will now be countered by an intelligent and savvy human who you can't fool. She might and most probably will ask a lot of questions about your past, present, and future. All you should do is to carefully and confidently answer the questions. One thing to always keep in mind is that Latvian girls are smart, so you have to be smarter. Whenever a question is put up, you should think about an answer that the girl wants to hear or an answer that will impress the girl. The hardest part of the date can turn out to be the easiest part of the date if you figure out how to answer her questions.

But, you should not always wait for her questions. You are a man, and you should take control of the conversation. Ask her intelligent and legit questions that build-up interest and increase engagement. Ask her about her studies, achievements, and goals and avoid talking about your breakups and her boyfriends. You should respect the fact that you are meeting with her for the first time and not to ask any such questions that will make her uncomfortable. You should avoid inappropriate touches and creepy compliments as they can turn her off. On the first date, you should build trust and make her comfortable around you.

Relationships and Love

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Online Dating

Online dating is not that popular in Latvia but is definitely something you cannot ignore. A considerable number of Latvian girls use online dating websites, and you should give it a shot too. Online dating is not as easy as it seems. You may end up showing interest in every suggestion that comes in front of you but getting no response in return. Online dating is all about decorating your profile and being consistent with your efforts because if you manage to get success in online dating, you will have a great time with girls in Latvia. Only two dating sites are popular in Latvia. They are listed below.

  • Mamba: Mamba is a website usually full of trash profiles, sex workers, and girls looking for a visa sponsor. However, it is the best platform for finding Latvian girls online. Moreover, it is free to use.
  • Badoo: Badoo is an OK-OK option for online dating in Latvia. This global dating platform uses your location to show nearby matches around your location.

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What Kind of Guys Have the Best Chances

To successfully pick up girls and get laid in Latvia, you need to have two qualities as mentioned above, patience and consistency. Guys who are patient and keep on trying consistently will surely get success. Guys who use online dating have a decent chance as it is the easiest and one of the most efficient methods to pick up girls. Guys who visit nightclubs and bars also have good chances to pick up girls. Guys who spend more time in Riga have a greater chance to pick up girls. Guys who are confident and good looking always have the edge over guys who are average looking.

Risks while Gaming

Latvia is a safe country but not a very friendly one. You may not have a lot of risks, but there are a few things to avoid. You should avoid getting too talkative with the locals. Latvians are not friendly people and prefer minding their own business. Beware of scammers and beggars as you will find a lot of them in Latvia. You should not visit unknown bars and clubs as you can easily get scammed. Beware of pickpockets as well.

How to Get Laid as Soon as Possible

To get lad quickly, you should spend most of your time in Latvia. You should use online dating more often and that too effectively. Upload some decent pictures accompanied by an attractive description to attract more and more girls. You should always visit places that are popular. Irrespective of the time, you should always figure out what places can be good to visit. You should always dress and smell well if you want to attract a lot of girls. You should visit Latvia in July and August to increase your chances as you will find a lot of tourists as well.

Gold Diggers and Sugar Babies

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Swinging and Naturism

Swinger clubs in Latvia are popular, but no specific names are known. You can browse swinger websites online to get more details regarding swingers in Latvia. There are no specific laws on naturism in Latvia, but many beaches and resorts along the coast allow public nudity.

Costs of Living

Latvia is not an expensive country to live in, and you can easily spend a comfortable vacation on a small budget. Riga, being the capital of the country is more expensive than other cities.

CostsDay Single traveler’s budget per day: US$100 - $150

A single traveler's budget per day in Latvia (excluding accommodation) will be $100-$150. This cost includes food, transport, and other minor expenses.

CostsAccommodation Accommodation per night: US$20 - $170

Accomodation is not expensive in Latvia and you can easily find a hotel or Airbnb for $20-$170.

CostsBeerBottle Beer in a grocery shop: US$02 - $04

A bottle of beer in a grocery shop in Latvia costs between $2 and $4.

CostsBeerBar Beer in a bar or restaurant: US$03 - $06

Beer in a bar or restaurant in Latvia costs between $3 and $6.

CostsMeal Meal in a restaurant: US$27 - $55

The meal in Latvia is moderately priced. A three-course meal for two people costs $27-$55 in Latvia. However, if you are a single traveler, you can have your meal in an inexpensive restaurant that will cost you anywhere between $6 and $10.

Accommodation

Riga is the city to live in for the most part of your visit to Latvia. The endless benefits of living in Riga are discussed in previous sections. In Riga, 11. Novembra Krastmala, 13. Janvara Lela, and Centrs are the best place to look for a hotel or an Airbnb. These areas are not only popular during the nighttime, but you will get a lot of good options during the day as well. However, accommodation options around these areas might be expensive. Therefore, if you are planning for a longer stay, you can consider living in other areas as well.

How to Get There and Move Around

Riga is the capital and the only major city in Latvia. It acts as a transportation hub for the country connecting it to various countries all around the world. The road and railway transport in Latvia also rotate around Riga. By air:

Riga Airport is the only major airport in Latvia and is the biggest airport in the baltic states. It is connected to 80 destinations across 30 countries. AirBaltic is the major airline in Latvia.

By bus:

Latvia has 15 national highways and 16 international roads connecting various places in and out of Latvia. Latvia is internationally connected to Estonia, Belarus, Lithuania, and Russia. Various national highways interconnect all the major cities in Latvia. Latvia also has a large network of unpaved roads. Buses are also popularly used as a means of public transport for intracity travel.

By car:

Taxis are popular and one of the most convenient modes of transport, especially in the city. Popular taxi services in Latvia are Baltic Taxi, SOS, and Smile Taxi. Car rentals are also popular in Riga.

By train:

The passenger trains of the Latvian Railways are managed by Pasažieru Vilciens. Passenger trains from Latvia are internationally Estonia, Belarus, Lithuania, and Russia Domestic trains connect cities like Riga,Torņakalns, Liepāja, and Daugavpils.

By boat:

Latvia has three major ports: Riga, Ventspils, and Liepāja. The passenger port of Riga is connected to Tallink (Estonia), and Stockholm (Sweden).

Visas:

Latvia is a part of the Schengen Area and follows the visa policy of the Schengen Area. According to the Schengen area, citizens of member states of the European Union are allowed visa-free access to all the countries that are a part of the Schengen Area. Other than EU member states, Citizens of almost all North American and South American countries barring a few are allowed visa-free entry to Schengen member countries. Citizens of almost all islands in Oceania region exempting a few are allowed visa-free entry. Citizens of a few countries of Asia are also allowed visa-free entry. Citizens from many African countries don't have visa-free entry to any of the Schengen Area countries.

Digital Nomads and Remote Work

Riga, in particular, is a great destination for remote work. With many good destinations to work from along with good internet and free wifi at several places, Riga can be an ideal place for digital nomads. Most importantly, Riga is not an expensive place to live, and if you migrate to smaller cities, it will get even easier. However, you may not get as many opportunities as in Riga. All in all, Riga is a great place for digital nomads, and the income generated from remote work can be enough for maintaining a standard life in Riga.

Internet and Mobile Operators

Latvia is known to have the 17th fastest internet in the world with an average speed of 16.6 Mbps. High-speed internet, along with great connectivity all over the country, makes it a great place for digital nomads as well. And even for travelers, free wifi around the city help you stay connected. Some popular telecom companies in Latvia are:

  • Lattelecom
  • Viasat, Inc.
  • Bite
  • Tele2
  • Latvenergo

Gambling and Casinos

The gambling scene is massive in Latvia. Latvia has a total of 123 casinos, 47 sportsbooks, six poker rooms, and two bingo halls. Riga leads the casino game in Latvia with 39 gambling options followed by Daugavpils having 12. Olympic Voodoo Casino, Riga is known to be the most popular casino in Latvia

Weed and Drugs

Cannabis in Latvia is illegal for recreational and medical use. However, the production of hemp is legal. Possession of up to 1g can lead to a punishment of 280 Euros.

Health, Fitness, Gyms and Massage

Latvia has some excellent gyms like:

  • People Fitness Center, Riga
  • Global Fitness, Riga
  • Capital GYM, Riga

Some great spas in Latvia are:

  • Amber Sea Hotel & SPA, Riga
  • Baltic Beach Hotel & SPA, Jūrmala
  • Wellton Centrum Hotel & SPA, Riga

STDs and HIV

HIV rates in Latvia are increasing with 18.5 cases per 100,000 citizens reported in 2016. Therefore, protection while having sex is always recommended.

Stay Safe

It is generally safe to travel around Latvia on your own, although some petty crime exists.

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