Discover Pētersala-Andrejsala

official neighborhood guide by Urban Treetops

The neighborhood of Pētersala-Andrejsala (or in english: "Peterisland and Andrejisland") is located on the north side of the center of Riga. The first significant construction of city planned buildings and neighborhood began in the middle of 19th century. "

The neighborhood of Pētersala-Andrejsala (or in english: "Peterisland and Andrejisland") is located on the north side of the center of Riga. The first significant construction of city planned buildings and neighborhood began in the middle of 19th century.

Petersala-Andrejsala is well known

for being a place for high-quality restaurants located in front of the water. With industrial and residential features Petersala-Andrejsala offers a uniqueness that you will love!

Petersala-Andrejsala is well known

for being a place for high-quality restaurants located in front of the water. With industrial and residential features Petersala-Andrejsala offers a uniqueness that you will love!

ACCESSIBILITY


The neighborhood does not really have centralized transport hub because of its industrial history. However, it is predicted that the characteristics and used of territory will change. Making it more accessible to cars and public transport. Note: the neighborhood is accessible by public transport but yes the planning could be better! The plus is that neighborhood is close to the city center, so it is in walkable distance.


ACCESSIBILITY


The neighborhood does not really have centralized transport hub because of its industrial history. However, it is predicted that the characteristics and used of territory will change. Making it more accessible to cars and public transport. Note: the neighborhood is accessible by public transport but yes the planning could be better! The plus is that neighborhood is close to the city center, so it is in walkable distance.


Pētersala-Andrejsala neighborhood map 

Pētersala-Andrejsala neighborhood map 

Petersala-Andrejsala Biscycle path
Petersala-Andrejsala Biscycle path
Commuting to work or university
Commuting to work or university
Convenient public transportation, especially by using a tram
Convenient public transportation, especially by using a tram
Riga Passenger Terminal situated in the neighborhood
Riga Passenger Terminal situated in the neighborhood
Residential apartment buildings situated in great location
Residential apartment buildings situated in great location

Great Location


The neighborhood is situated in a great location. It's surrounded by many important infrastructure arteries as well as municipal and cultural objects. For example, the neighborhood is a hosting premises of:

Riga Passenger Terminal and Port is a terminal in Riga, Latvia, that services public and private passenger traffic by sea. The terminal is situated at the address 3A Eksporta Street.

If you are student of medicine you may find useful the location of Riga Stradins University Anatomy and Anthropology Institute situated at the address Kronvalda boulevard 9.


 

Great Location


The neighborhood is situated in a great location. It's surrounded by many important infrastructure arteries as well as municipal and cultural objects. For example, the neighborhood is a hosting premises of:

Riga Passenger Terminal and Port is a terminal in Riga, Latvia, that services public and private passenger traffic by sea. The terminal is situated at the address 3A Eksporta Street.

If you are student of medicine you may find useful the location of Riga Stradins University Anatomy and Anthropology Institute situated at the address Kronvalda boulevard 9.


 

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

Bus

Bus

2, 20, 24


tram

Tram

5, 6, 7, 9, 11, "retro"


#27ae60

Trolley

1, 5, 6, 9, 19, 24


minibuss

Minibus

5, 6, 9


PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

Bus

Bus

2, 20, 24


tram

Tram

5, 6, 7, 9, 11, "retro"


#27ae60

Trolley

1, 5, 6, 9, 19, 24


minibuss

Minibus

5, 6, 9


Petersala-Andrejsala skyline - beautiful evening

COMMUNITY LIFESTYLE


It is known as a transformative neighborhood that attracts young people who want to enjoy the vibrant, artistic and eclectic lifestyle. Here you will find a community that that is open to new ideas and do things on your own. You will most likely enjoy the contrasts between the industrial type buildings that now are used for residential living or offices and the green parks, with new developments being built around it!
The industrial past of Andrejsala-Petersala
The industrial past of Andrejsala-Petersala

This is one of the coolest neighborhood in Riga where you can enjoy a diversified community that is supported by young professionals, artists, business people and families. The neighborhood has the charm of a small port city that you will not find anywhere near in the Baltic States.

Join the neighborhood and become a part of building your business, opening your waterfront restaurant or enjoying your time with your family in the nearby park called: Viesturdarzs. The neighborhood is a combination of port city and suburban area.


Art Nouveau buildings next to railway tracks? Cool!
Art Nouveau buildings next to railway tracks? Cool!
The industrial past of Andrejsala-Petersala
The industrial past of Andrejsala-Petersala

COMMUNITY LIFESTYLE


It is known as a transformative neighborhood that attracts young people who want to enjoy the vibrant, artistic and eclectic lifestyle. Here you will find a community that that is open to new ideas and do things on your own. You will most likely enjoy the contrasts between the industrial type buildings that now are used for residential living or offices and the green parks, with new developments being built around it!
This is one of the coolest neighborhood in Riga where you can enjoy a diversified community that is supported by young professionals, artists, business people and families. The neighborhood has the charm of a small port city that you will not find anywhere near in the Baltic States.
Join the neighborhood and become a part of building your business, opening your waterfront restaurant or enjoying your time with your family in the nearby park called: Viesturdarzs. The neighborhood is a combination of port city and suburban area.
Art Nouveau buildings next to railway tracks? Cool!
Art Nouveau buildings next to railway tracks? Cool!

COMMUNITY FACTOR
Vibrant, Waterfront, Attractive, Artistic, Mixed Community, Residential area, Post industrial area, Port Area, Cool Restaurants, Mixed Use, Close to Center, Property Value, Diversified Neighborhood, Transformative, For students, For Creative People, Smile, Swim Good, Relax and Run!


COMMUNITY FACTOR
Vibrant, Waterfront, Attractive, Artistic, Mixed Community, Residential area, Post industrial area, Port Area, Cool Restaurants, Mixed Use, Close to Center, Property Value, Diversified Neighborhood, Transformative, For students, For Creative People, Smile, Swim Good, Relax and Run!

The past of industrialization in neighborhood
The past of industrialization in neighborhood

How to transform the neighborhood?

Only by its own people!


If you truly believe that the neighborhood that once was focused on heavy industry and light industries was done for good then you are wrong. In recent years Petersala-Andrejsala has become more popular in the eyes of city dwellers. It's just matter of time when this neighborhood recives earned laurels.

You can look for inspiration in Petersala-Andrejsala. It's a good place for you and your friends to wander around and discover festivals or concerts, hidden spots and wonders of architecture! Enjoy the sunsets in Spring and Summer time and you will fall in love with this neighborhood! Completely different Riga near to city center.

The huge chimneys reflect the industrial past
The huge chimneys reflect the industrial past
The industrial past is slowly fading away
The industrial past is slowly fading away
Office building on Rūpniecības Street
Office building on Rūpniecības Street
RIMI shopping mall in the neighborhood
RIMI shopping mall in the neighborhood
Soviet occupation time architecture
Soviet occupation time architecture
Pulkveža Brieža Street
Pulkveža Brieža Street
Pedestrian walking path
Pedestrian walking path

THE REAL ESTATE MARKET


The lack of good quality housing inventory on the market in the nearby areas of the city center of Riga has led to stiffer competition and apartment hunting in the neighborhood of Petersala-Andrejsala. Therefore, if you find something that you like - act fast!


HOME VALUE

HOME VALUE

PETERSALA-ANDREJSALA 


In near future this neighborhood will undergo (hopefully) significant changes and will be redeveloped thanks to New Hanza City Project. Therefore, it is appealing to buy or invest in this area.


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NEIGHBORHOOD FOR

 YOUNG PROFESSIONALS STUDYING | ACTIVE PEOPLE


Many Rigans dream about living in this creative and well-situated neighborhood. Especially, if you are a student or young professional this location is perfect!


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The neighborhood is bordering with Quiet Center and Old Town
The neighborhood is bordering with Quiet Center and Old Town
Republic Square and Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Latvia
Republic Square and Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Latvia
Tram line connection on Kronvalda boulevard
Tram line connection on Kronvalda boulevard
Daugava river water front is a Big plus
Daugava river water front is a Big plus
In many ways Petersala-Andrejsala still reminds us of industrialization
In many ways Petersala-Andrejsala still reminds us of industrialization
Petersala-Andrejsala is "Brooklyn" of Riga
Petersala-Andrejsala is "Brooklyn" of Riga

"A thriving mix of artistic, creative and community-oriented businesses makes the neighborhood one of the most charismatic and individualistic places to live/be in Riga"

- Urban Treetops

Viesturdārzda residential buildings
Wooden residential building
Wooden residential building

Viesturdārzs is a historic city park with beautiful landscaped gardens, ponds, arched gateway and sculptures. Great place for jogging or relaxing with your family.


New-construction residential buildings: Viesturdārza homes
New-construction residential buildings: Viesturdārza homes
Rupniecības Street
Rupniecības Street
Pond in Viesturdārzs
Pond in Viesturdārzs
Residential buildings on the border of neighborhood
Residential buildings on the border of neighborhood
Aleksandra Triumph Arc - Historical Landmark
Aleksandra Triumph Arc - Historical Landmark

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