Latvian Museum of Natural History, Riga

Name: Latvian Museum of Natural History
Address: Kri jana Barona iela 4, Riga, 1050, Latvia
Telephone: +371 29 692 088

#60 among attractions in Riga

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The Latvian National Museum of Natural History is a natural history museum in Riga, Latvia. It was founded in 1845 as the Riga Naturalist Society. ()

Local name: Latvijas Dabas muzejs Established: 1845 (179 years ago)Coordinates: 56°56'58"N, 24°7'5"E

Address

Kri jana Barona iela 4Centra (Centrs)Riga 1050 Latvia

Contact

+371 29 692 088

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Latvian Museum of Natural History – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palladium Riga, Galerija Centrs, Bastejkalns Park, Freedom Monument.

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~1760 ftNW
Park
Bastejkalns Park, Riga
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Riga, the capital city of Latvia, Bastejkalns Park is a serene oasis that offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life. This picturesque park, characterized by its lush greenery and peaceful ambiance, is an integral part of Riga's urban...
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Latvian War of Independence memorial
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Art Nouveau architecture
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~1970 ftW
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13th-century church in the Gothic style
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~740 ftN
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~1700 ftW
Concerts and shows, Theater
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Street
Brīvības iela, Riga
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Latvian Museum of Natural History open?

Latvian Museum of Natural History is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 11 am - 5 pm
Sunday 11 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Latvian Museum of Natural History?

Nearby attractions include Latvian National Opera, Riga (2 min walk), University of Latvia, Riga (3 min walk), Mstislavs Keldišs, Riga (4 min walk), Vērmanes Garden, Riga (4 min walk).

How to get to Latvian Museum of Natural History by public transport?

The nearest stations to Latvian Museum of Natural History:

Trolleybus

Merķeļa iela • Lines: 17, 19, 3, 4 (2 min walk)
Centrālā stacija • Lines: 15 (2 min walk)

Bus

Merķeļa iela • Lines: 1, 11, 13, 14, 16, 2, 21, 24, 3, 300, 316, 324, 371, 50, 57, 6, 9 (2 min walk)
Centrālā stacija • Lines: 11, 14, 16, 2, 21, 24, 3, 300, 316, 371, 50, 57 (2 min walk)

Tram

Merķeļa iela • Lines: 1, 11, 3 (2 min walk)
Stacijas laukums • Lines: 1, 11, 3 (4 min walk)

Train

Rīga-Pasažieru (8 min walk)
Torņakalns (41 min walk)