The World of Hat Museum, Riga

Name: The World of Hat Museum
Address: Vilandes iela 7, Riga, 1010, Latvia
Telephone: +371 20 620 600

#171 among attractions in Riga

Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum

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Facts and practical information

The World of Hat Museum (address: Vilandes iela 7) is a place located in Riga (Riga province) and belongs to the category of museum, specialty museum, art museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 43 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 56°57'37"N latitude and 24°6'5"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. The World of Hat Museum is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Ausekļa iela (tram, 6 min walk), Hanzas iela (trolleybus, 5 min walk), Hanzas iela (bus, 5 min walk), Rīga-Pasažieru (train, 32 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Art Nouveau Buildings (museum, 7 min walk), Riga Passenger Terminal (piers and boardwalks, 8 min walk), Albert Street (art nouveau architecture, 9 min walk).

Coordinates: 56°57'37"N, 24°6'5"E

Address

Vilandes iela 7Centra (Centrs)Riga 1010 Latvia

Contact

+371 20 620 600

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is The World of Hat Museum open?

The World of Hat Museum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to The World of Hat Museum?

Nearby attractions include Art Nouveau Buildings, Riga (7 min walk), Riga Passenger Terminal, Riga (8 min walk), Albert Street, Riga (9 min walk), Statue of Alexander Pushkin, Riga (9 min walk).

How to get to The World of Hat Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to The World of Hat Museum:

Tram

Ausekļa iela • Lines: 11, 5, 7 (6 min walk)
Vašingtona laukums • Lines: 5 (5 min walk)

Trolleybus

Hanzas iela • Lines: 1, 19 (5 min walk)
Dzirnavu iela • Lines: 1, 19 (6 min walk)

Bus

Hanzas iela • Lines: 2, 20, 24 (5 min walk)
Dzirnavu iela • Lines: 2, 20, 24 (6 min walk)

Train

Rīga-Pasažieru (32 min walk)
Iļģuciems (37 min walk)