The War Museum, Riga

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The War Museum (address: Trokšņu iela 12, Centra rajons, Riga, LV-1050) is a place located in Riga (Riga province) and belongs to the category of museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 46 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 56°57'4"N latitude and 24°6'31"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. The War Museum is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Raiņa bulvāris (bus, 5 min walk), Raiņa bulvāris (trolleybus, 5 min walk), National Theatre (tram, 6 min walk), Rīga-Pasažieru (train, 17 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Powder Tower (gothic architecture, 1 min walk), Latvian War Museum (museum, 1 min walk), St. James's Cathedral (church, 1 min walk).

Coordinates: 56°57'4"N, 24°6'31"E

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Trokšņu iela 12, Centra rajons, Riga, LV-1050Centra (Vecpilsēta)Riga Latvia

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The War Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. Peter's Church, Galerija Centrs, Bastejkalns Park, Museum of the History of Riga and Navigation.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to The War Museum?

Nearby attractions include Powder Tower, Riga (1 min walk), Latvian War Museum, Riga (1 min walk), St. James's Cathedral, Riga (1 min walk), Cat House, Riga (2 min walk).

How to get to The War Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to The War Museum:

Bus

Raiņa bulvāris • Lines: 11, 2, 24 (5 min walk)
Brīvības piemineklis • Lines: 21, 3, 316, 324, 50, 6, 9 (6 min walk)

Trolleybus

Raiņa bulvāris • Lines: 1, 12, 19, 3 (5 min walk)
Zigfrīda Annas Meierovica bulvāris • Lines: 12, 25, 5 (5 min walk)

Tram

National Theatre • Lines: 11, 5, 7 (6 min walk)
Aspazijas bulvāris • Lines: 1, 11 (9 min walk)

Train

Rīga-Pasažieru (17 min walk)