Freeport of Riga, Riga

Name: Freeport of Riga
Address: Riga, Latvia

#182 among attractions in Riga

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Riga Free Port is a major port on the east coast of the Baltic Sea, located in Riga, the capital of Latvia. It stretched for 15 kilometers along both banks of the Daugava within the city limits, the area of the port is 1962 ha, water area - 6348 hectares. Navigation is carried out year-round. Most of the cargo turnover is made up of transit cargoes from and to CIS. The main objects of cargo handling are coal, oil products, timber, fertilizer and container cargoes. While the Ventspils Free Port and Liepaja Port specialize in export, a significant part of the activities of the Freeport of Riga is import. At the beginning of the 2000s, the goods arriving at the Riga port amounted to 70 percent of the incoming freight turnover of all the Latvian ports taken together. ()

Local name: Rīgas osta Coordinates: 56°56'56"N, 24°6'23"E

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Centra (Vecpilsēta)Riga Latvia

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Freeport of Riga – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. Peter's Church, Triangula Bastion, Museum of the History of Riga and Navigation, Riga Cathedral pipe organ.

~600 ftSE
Medieval church with a high steeple
St. Peter's Church, Riga
3 min walk • St. Peter's Church, with its towering spire piercing the skyline, stands as an architectural marvel in the heart of Riga, Latvia. This Gothic-style church, originally built in 1209, has been a dominant fixture of Riga's cityscape for centuries and is now one of its...
~720 ftSW
Modernist architecture
Triangula Bastion, Riga
4 min walk • The Triangula Bastion is a historic fortification in the heart of Riga, the capital city of Latvia. Nestled on the eastern side of the city, near the mouth of the River Daugava, this bastion is a testament to Riga's rich military history and architectural prowess.
~580 ftW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Museum of the History of Riga and Navigation, Riga
3 min walk • Steeped in centuries of maritime and urban history, the Museum of the History of Riga and Navigation is a cultural treasure nestled in the heart of Riga, Latvia. As one of the oldest and richest museums in the Baltic States, it serves as a testament to Riga's storied...
~360 ftNW
Square
Riga Cathedral pipe organ, Riga
2 min walk • The Riga Cathedral pipe organ is a magnificent instrument and a historic treasure nestled within the walls of the Riga Cathedral in Riga, Latvia. Known for its remarkable size and intricate craftsmanship, the organ was constructed in the late 19th century and has since...
~440 ftS
Lutheran church dating from 13th century
Riga Cathedral, Riga
3 min walk • The Riga Cathedral, also known as the Dome Cathedral, stands as a monumental piece of history in the heart of Riga, Latvia. This magnificent church, with its towering presence, is not only the largest medieval church in the Baltic states but also a pivotal symbol of...
~660 ftNE
Art Nouveau architecture
Cat House, Riga
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Riga's Old Town, the Cat House stands as one of the most curious and charming sights in the Latvian capital. This peculiar piece of architecture, distinguished by two cat sculptures perched atop its turrets, has been capturing the imaginations...
~660 ftS
Landmark building and official residence
House of the Blackheads, Riga
4 min walk • The House of the Blackheads, nestled in the heart of Riga, Latvia, is a historical gem and a stunning example of Gothic architecture blended with elements of Dutch Renaissance. This ornate building, which originally dates back to the 14th century, was a guildhall for...
~660 ftNW
Gothic architecture, Specialty museum, Architecture
Three Brothers, Riga
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Riga's Old Town, the Three Brothers are a charming ensemble of medieval dwellings that stand as a testament to the city's architectural and cultural history. These three adjacent houses, each from a different period, are among the oldest...
~920 ftNE
Military museum in a medieval tower
Latvian War Museum, Riga
5 min walk • The Latvian War Museum, situated in the heart of Riga, Latvia, is a poignant testament to the country's military history and its struggles through various periods of occupation and warfare. Housed in the formidable Powder Tower, a remnant of the city's medieval...
~690 ftS
Museum, History museum
Museum of the Occupation of Latvia, Riga
4 min walk • The Museum of the Occupation of Latvia is a museum and historic educational institution located in Riga, Latvia.
~640 ftE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Russian Theatre, Riga
4 min walk • The Mikhail Chekhov Riga Russian Theatre, colloquially referred to as the Russian Theatre or the RRT, is a Russian-language theatre in Riga, Latvia. It is located on 16 Kaļķu iela, Riga.

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Which popular attractions are close to Freeport of Riga?

Nearby attractions include Riga District, Riga (1 min walk), Small Guild, Riga (1 min walk), Riga Cathedral pipe organ, Riga (2 min walk), Riga Cathedral, Riga (3 min walk).

How to get to Freeport of Riga by public transport?

The nearest stations to Freeport of Riga:

Trolleybus

Grēcinieku iela • Lines: 27, 9 (6 min walk)
11. novembra krastmala • Lines: 27, 9 (6 min walk)

Bus

Grēcinieku iela • Lines: 22, 322 (6 min walk)
11. novembra krastmala • Lines: 10, 21, 22, 23, 25, 26, 3, 32, 322, 338, 344, 346, 363, 370, 371, 38, 39, 4, 43, 54, 55, 7, 8 (6 min walk)

Tram

Grēcinieku iela • Lines: 1, 10, 2, 5 (6 min walk)
National Opera • Lines: 11, 5, 7 (8 min walk)

Train

Rīga-Pasažieru (17 min walk)
Torņakalns (34 min walk)