University of Latvia Botanical Garden, Riga

Name: University of Latvia Botanical Garden
Address: Kandavas iela 2, Riga, LV1083, Latvia
Telephone: +371 67 450 852

#116 among attractions in Riga

Park, Relax in park, Botanical garden

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Facts and practical information

University of Latvia Botanical Garden (address: Kandavas iela 2) is a place located in Riga (Riga province) and belongs to the category of park, relax in park, botanical garden.

It is situated at an altitude of 39 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 56°57'0"N latitude and 24°3'32"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. University of Latvia Botanical Garden is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Kuldīgas iela (bus, 4 min walk), Kuldīgas iela (trolleybus, 4 min walk), Botāniskais dārzs (tram, 6 min walk), Zasulauks (train, 18 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: St. Martin's Church (church, 13 min walk), Kalnciema iela (shopping, 15 min walk), Dzirciems (neighbourhood, 16 min walk).

Elevation: 39 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 56°57'0"N, 24°3'32"E

Address

Kandavas iela 2Kurzemes (Zasulauks)Riga LV1083 Latvia

Contact

+371 67 450 852

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Day trips

University of Latvia Botanical Garden – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. Joseph's Church, Žanis Lipke Memorial, Monument to the Liberators of Soviet Latvia and Riga from the German Fascist Invaders, St. Martin's Church.

1 miN
Church
St. Joseph's Church, Riga
25 min walk • St. Joseph's Church stands as a testament to the rich religious heritage nestled in the heart of Riga, Latvia. This Catholic church, with its stunning architecture, serves not only as a place of worship but also as a historical monument that captivates both the...
1 miE
Memorial, History museum, Museum
Žanis Lipke Memorial, Riga
26 min walk • Nestled in the historic city of Riga, Latvia, the Žanis Lipke Memorial stands as a poignant tribute to the heroism and compassion of an ordinary Latvian man and his family during the darkest days of World War II. This memorial is dedicated to Žanis Lipke, a...
1.4 miSE
Memorial
Monument to the Liberators of Soviet Latvia and Riga from the German Fascist Invaders, Riga
35 min walk • The Monument to the Liberators of Soviet Latvia and Riga from the German Fascist Invaders, unofficially known simply as the Victory Memorial, is a memorial complex in Victory Park, Riga, Latvia erected in 1985 to commemorate the Soviet Army's victory over Nazi Germany in World War II.
0.5 miE
Church
St. Martin's Church, Riga
13 min walk • St. Martin's Church is a Lutheran church in Riga, the capital of Latvia. It is a parish church of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Latvia. The church is situated at the address 34 Slokas Street. Church is consecrated in 1852 and designed in Neo-Gothic forms by Johann Felsko.
0.9 miSE
Church
Holy Trinity Orthodox Church, Riga
25 min walk • Holy Trinity Orthodox Church is an Eastern Orthodox church in Riga, the capital of Latvia. The church is situated in Pārdaugava at the address 2 Meža Street.
1.1 miSE
Market, Shopping
Āgenskalns Market, Riga
28 min walk • Āgenskalns Market is the oldest marketplace on the left bank of Daugava in Riga. Āgenskalns Market’s building is one of the examples of 20th-century rational Art Nouveau.
0.6 miSE
56°56'35"N • 24°3'59"E
Kalnciema iela, Riga
15 min walk • Shopping, Market
1.2 miS
Neighbourhood
Āgenskalns, Riga
31 min walk • Āgenskalns is a district in Riga, located on the left bank of the Daugava, an old neighbourhood, mainly built in the late 19th to early 20th century. The total area of Āgenskalns is 4,6 km², which is a lot less than other districts of Riga.
1.5 miSE
Neighbourhood
Torņakalns, Riga
38 min walk • Torņakalns is a neighbourhood of Riga, Latvia. Located on the western bank of the Daugava River. The name Torņakalns derives from a fortified tower built in the Middle Ages close to the Daugava River to alarm the city of Riga in case of emergency and unwelcomed intruders about to cross the river.
0.7 miSW
Neighbourhood
Zasulauks, Riga
17 min walk • Zasulauks is a neighbourhood of Riga, the capital of Latvia.
1 miNE
Island, Neighbourhood
Ķīpsala, Riga
25 min walk • Ķīpsala is an island on the left bank of the Daugava river, connected to Riga city center and Pārdaugava by the Shroud Bridge. Ķīpsala is divided from the rest of Riga by the Daugava in the east, Roņu dīķis in the north, Zunda in the west and Agenskalna līcis in the south.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to University of Latvia Botanical Garden?

Nearby attractions include St. Martin's Church, Riga (13 min walk), Kalnciema iela, Riga (15 min walk), Dzirciems, Riga (16 min walk), Zasulauks, Riga (17 min walk).

How to get to University of Latvia Botanical Garden by public transport?

The nearest stations to University of Latvia Botanical Garden:

Bus

Kuldīgas iela • Lines: 21, 338, 344, 363, 370, 38, 39, 4, 46 (4 min walk)
Botāniskais dārzs • Lines: 21, 30, 337, 338, 341, 344, 363, 370, 38, 39, 4, 46, 54 (6 min walk)

Trolleybus

Kuldīgas iela • Lines: 25, 9 (4 min walk)
Botāniskais dārzs • Lines: 25, 9 (6 min walk)

Tram

Botāniskais dārzs • Lines: 1 (6 min walk)
Dārza iela • Lines: 5 (7 min walk)

Train

Zasulauks (18 min walk)
Depo (20 min walk)