What to do this Easter – ideas for family outings

Easter is the perfect time to get outdoors, meet animals, visit farms, enjoy nature and spend time with your family. If you’re looking for ideas for Easter in Latvia, destinations where you can find a peaceful walk, educational experiences and activities for children all in one place are worth checking out.

This article summarises the different locations from the School Excursions platform, grouped by region. This will make it easier to know what to do closer to home this Easter or where to go for a little festive outing.

🐎 Vidzeme – horses, alpacas and animal farms

There are plenty of places to spend Easter with animals and enjoy spring in the countryside in Vidzeme. Here you can meet horses, alpacas and other animals, go for leisurely walks and choose family-friendly destinations with a warm rural atmosphere.

• Rakši Zoo is the perfect place for an Easter outing if you want to meet more unusual animals and enjoy a spring day outdoors. Families usually like to take their time to see the animals, take a stroll and enjoy the rural atmosphere near Cesis. 📍 Rakši, Drabesi municipality, Cesis region
• The equestrian sports club “Horseshoe” inCesvaines is a good choice for those who want to meet horses and get to know the equestrian environment at Easter. It is a place for a calm, warm holiday in nature with the presence of animals and a country atmosphere. 📍 Pakavi, Cesvaines municipality, Madona region
• Griezīte – Alpaca Farm is one of those places where you can experience a peaceful, warm and visually very beautiful encounter with alpacas during Easter. This is a great choice for families looking for a relaxed and child-friendly holiday outing. 📍 Griezītes, Ērgļu municipality, Madonas novads
• Bīriņu Pils is a good choice for an Easter outing if you want to combine a beautiful castle setting with the chance to meet horses and enjoy a leisurely stroll in the surroundings. This place is especially popular with families looking for a more festive atmosphere, proximity to nature and a more romantic, peaceful plan for the day. 📍 Bīriņi, Vidrižu parish, Limbaži novads
• Kalna Lāči – mini zoo is a family-friendly stop where children love to meet different animals and spend time outdoors. Here, the Easter outing takes on a particularly warm and farm-like feel. 📍 Kalna Lāči, Mārciena municipality, Madona region
• Purenes Farm is anice choice for those who want to go to the countryside at Easter and get to know the farm environment. Children especially like animals, nature and the feeling of experiencing the real Latvian countryside. 📍 Purenes, Beļavas parish, Gulbenes novads

🐎 Pierīga – horses, nature and a ride near Riga

If you don’t want to travel very far for Easter, the Baltic Sea region offers pleasant opportunities for a day trip. Here you can meet the horses, exercise and enjoy the countryside just a stone’s throw from the capital.

• The Horse Therapy Centre inMālpils is a peaceful place where you can enjoy contact with horses and the countryside during Easter. It is a good choice for families looking for a quieter, more affectionate festive outing with the presence of animals. 📍 Vites iela 20, Mālpils

🍯 Zemgale – bees, honey, orchids and more exotic discoveries

Zemgale at Easter is a great choice for those who want to combine a farm visit with an educational experience. Here you can discover the world of bees, enjoy the countryside and find more unusual holiday destinations.

• The Vise Drava is a very suitable place for a spring outing, as you can discover the world of bees and honey. At Easter, it is a good idea for families who like educational destinations with a farm feeling and a story of local products. 📍 “Vīzes”, Līvbērzes par., Jelgavas novads
• Kāres” is another farm where you can combine a trip with an interesting introduction to beekeeping. This place is ideal for families who want to have fun and learn something new at Easter. 📍 Kāres, Blīdenes pag., Saldus novads
• Egons Tone’s collection of orchids and exotic animals offers a more unusual Easter destination, where both orchids and more exotic animals can be found in one place. This is a good choice if you want to see something different from the usual farm. 📍 “Brieži”, Apgulde, Naudīte municipality, Dobeles novads

🌊 Kurzeme – wild animals, mini zoo and family holidays in nature

Kurzeme is a particularly rewarding place for leisurely trips into nature during the Easter holidays. Here you can meet animals, go for walks and choose places that children find particularly interesting.

• The Mini ZOO “Buki” is aclassic choice for families with children, where you can see animals and spend several hours in the fresh air during Easter. It is a place with a light, family atmosphere and understandable entertainment for children of all ages. 📍 “Buki”, Vārves municipality, Ventspils region
• The Riga Zoo branch “Cīruļi” is agreat Easter destination for animal lovers. Here you can get to know different animals, walk around a lot and spend a full day outdoors. 📍 Cīruļi, Kalvenes municipality, South Kurzeme region
• Wild horses and taurs around LakePape are a good choice for those who want more nature and less classical entertainment at Easter. Here the joy is in the scenery itself, the proximity to nature and the chance to see wild animals in a more unusual setting. 📍 Lake Pape, South Kurzeme region
• The wild horses and cows in the nature park “Lake Engure” are agreat place for a spring walk and nature watching. It is a good choice for families who like a more peaceful Easter outing with a strong presence of nature. 📍 Krievrags, Kūļciema parish, Talsi novads
• The “Laumas” holiday park is suitable for those who want to combine nature, walking and family holidays in one place. Here you can spend more time outdoors, get some exercise and celebrate the festivities in a more active rhythm. 📍 Laumas, Īves municipality, Talsu novads

🐰 Ogre region – rabbits, bees and family-friendly stopping points

In Ogre region, the Easter theme is particularly suited to farms and places where animals can be found. It’s a good destination for families looking for a closer trip with a festive feel.

• Lūšu Drava is a good choice for those who want to discover the world of honey and bees at Easter. Here, the festive outing takes on both a farm atmosphere and educational content that will also be of interest to school-age children. 📍 “Stropēni”, Lielvārde municipality, Ogres novads
• The Rabbit Kingdom / Lēdmane Recreation Nature Park is a particularly suitable place for Easter, as the theme of rabbits suits this celebration perfectly. Children usually like the animals and the feeling of a playful and family outing the most. 📍 Druvas, Bekas, Lēdmane municipality, Ogres novads

🐴 Latgale – ranches, horses and animal world for festive rides

Latgale offers particularly warm and authentic destinations for Easter. From ranches and horse farms to zoos and spring cruises with a distinct rural and natural feel.

• Rancho OZOLMĀJAS is where the Easter cruise takes on a real rural and animal ranch feel. Children love the spaciousness, the animals and the atmosphere of the ranch itself, which is different from classic city entertainment. 📍 Kārklinieki, Balvi municipality, Balvi region
• KLAJUMI horse ranch is a very good choice for those who want to combine nature, horses and a peaceful family holiday at Easter. This place gives the feeling that the holiday is spent in a special Latgale environment, closer to nature and animals. 📍 Klajumi, Kaplava parish, Krāslava region
• The Latgale Zoo in Daugavpils is a good choice for an urban Easter outing, especially if you don’t want to go to the farms. It is a family-friendly and comfortable destination where children can discover the world of animals and spend several interesting hours. 📍 Vienības iela 27, Daugavpils

👉 How to choose where to go for Easter?

If you like animals in your family, mini zoos, ranches, alpaca or horse farms are a good choice. If you want a quieter outing, it’s worth looking at apiaries, castles or places close to nature. And if you want something extra “Easter”, the Rabbit Kingdom and other places with animals and a country feel will fit in very well.

📌 Summary

Easter in Latvia offers a wide variety of destinations – from mini zoos and horse farms to apiaries, castles and nature parks. The key is to choose the pace that suits your family: some will want to do lots of walking and meet animals, others will want to enjoy the peaceful countryside and the feeling of spring.

Choose the region closest to you, tick 1-2 places and turn your Easter holiday into a lovely family outing with a memorable experience.

Frequently asked questions about Easter with children in Latvia

Where to go for Easter with kids in Latvia?

The best places to go with children this Easter in Latvia are animal farms, mini zoos, nature trails or places of active recreation where children can move around and take part in activities.

What activities are available for children at Easter?

Egg-hunting games, animal feeding, horse riding, workshops and nature walks are all available for children.

Are bee apiaries open at Easter?

The bee apiaries are usually available by appointment only in spring and the offer may be limited.

Where are the best places for family outings in Latvia?

The most popular regions for families are Vidzeme, Kurzeme, Pierīga and Latgale, where a variety of nature and farm activities are available.

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