Latvian Museum of National History, Riga

Name: Latvian Museum of National History
Address: Maza Pils iela 19, Riga, 1050, Latvia
Telephone: +371 67 220 779

#66 among attractions in Riga

Museum, History museum, Specialty museum

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The Latvian Museum of National History, is a national history museum in Riga, Latvia. ()

Local name: Latvijas Nacionālais vēstures muzejs Area: 6.67 acres (0.0104 mi²)Coordinates: 56°57'1"N, 24°6'15"E

Address

Maza Pils iela 19Centra (Vecpilsēta)Riga 1050 Latvia

Contact

+371 67 220 779

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

Nearby attractions include: Riga Castle, Triangula Bastion, Museum of the History of Riga and Navigation, Riga Cathedral pipe organ.

~760 ftW
Forts and castles
Riga Castle, Riga
4 min walk • Riga Castle, an emblematic edifice nestled on the banks of the Daugava River, stands as a historic sentinel in the heart of Riga, Latvia. This architectural treasure, with origins dating back to 1330, has been the residence of various powers, from the Livonian Order...
~860 ftS
Modernist architecture
Triangula Bastion, Riga
5 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.
~530 ftS
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...
~300 ftSE
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...
~880 ftE
Art Nouveau architecture
Cat House, Riga
5 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...
~940 ftE
Gothic architecture, Forts and castles, Historical place
Powder Tower, Riga
5 min walk • The Powder Tower stands as an imposing reminder of Riga's medieval military past, nestled in the heart of the Latvian capital. Originally part of the city's defensive wall, this stone structure was built in the 14th century and has since been a sentinel over the...
~0 ftN
Gothic architecture, Specialty museum, Architecture
Three Brothers, Riga
1 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...
~980 ftNE
Church, Gothic architecture, Sacred and religious sites
St. James's Cathedral, Riga
5 min walk • St. James's Cathedral, also known as St. Jacob's Cathedral, is an architectural and historical gem nestled in the heart of Riga, Latvia. This church, distinguished by its striking Gothic spire, is a significant landmark and a spiritual center for the city's residents.
~860 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...
~510 ftW
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Gothic Revival architecture
St. Saviour's Church, Riga
3 min walk • St. Saviour's Church is a congregation of the Church of England in Riga, Latvia. Its parish church is located at Anglikāņu iela 2. This is to the north of the old town centre, close to Riga Castle and the banks of the Daugava River. The neo-Gothic church was designed by Johann Felsko.
~580 ftNE
1698 gate in the city's medieval walls
Swedish Gate, Riga
3 min walk • The Swedish Gate is situated in Riga, Latvia, and was erected 1698 as a part of the Riga Wall to provide access to barracks outside the city wall. Kurt Wallander visits the site in the novel Dogs of Riga.

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

Nearby attractions include Three Brothers, Riga (1 min walk), St. Mary Magdalene's Church, Riga (2 min walk), Art Museum Riga Bourse, Riga (2 min walk), Riga Cathedral pipe organ, Riga (2 min walk).

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

The nearest stations to Latvian Museum of National History:

Tram

National Theatre • Lines: 11, 5, 7 (6 min walk)
Grēcinieku iela • Lines: 1, 10, 2, 5 (9 min walk)

Trolleybus

Zigfrīda Annas Meierovica bulvāris • Lines: 12, 25, 5 (7 min walk)
Nacionālais teātris • Lines: 12, 25, 5 (7 min walk)

Bus

Grēcinieku iela • Lines: 22, 322 (8 min walk)
Raiņa bulvāris • Lines: 11, 2, 24 (8 min walk)

Train

Rīga-Pasažieru (20 min walk)