St. George's Church, Riga

Name: St. George's Church
Address: Riga, Latvia

#138 among attractions in Riga

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St. George's Church used to be a catholic church in Riga, the capital of Latvia. The church building now houses the Latvian Museum of Decorative Arts and Design and is situated at the address 10/12 Skārņu Street. ()

Local name: Rīgas Svētā Jura baznīca Coordinates: 56°56'53"N, 24°6'34"E

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Centra (Vecpilsēta)Riga Latvia

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St. George's Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. Peter's Church, Galerija Centrs, Riga Cathedral, Cat House.

~250 ftSW
Medieval church with a high steeple
St. Peter's Church, Riga
2 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...
~690 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Galerija Centrs, Riga
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Riga's charming Old Town, Galerija Centrs stands as a premier shopping destination that seamlessly blends the historic allure of Latvia's capital with the modern appeal of world-class retail therapy.
~650 ftW
Lutheran church dating from 13th century
Riga Cathedral, Riga
4 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...
~780 ftN
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...
~650 ftSW
Landmark building and official residence
House of the Blackheads, Riga
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~290 ftSE
13th-century church in the Gothic style
St. John's Church, Riga
2 min walk • St. John's Church stands as a beacon of historical and architectural significance in the heart of Riga, Latvia. This medieval church, with its origins tracing back to the 13th century, is a testament to the city's rich past and devotion to spiritual life.
~730 ftSW
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.
~330 ftN
Concerts and shows, Theater
Russian Theatre, Riga
2 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.
~930 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Riga Film Museum, Riga
5 min walk • Riga Film Museum is the only museum of its kind in Latvia. It holds various exhibitions that display different aspects of cinema art, actors and film history.
~40 ftW
Museum, Art museum
Museum of Decorative Arts and Design, Riga
1 min walk • The Latvian Museum of Decorative Arts and Design is an arts museum in Riga, Latvia. The museum was established on 1 January 1989 and opened to the public on 6 July 1989. It is located in the former church St. George's Church, Riga, the oldest surviving stone building in Riga.
~690 ftNW
Theater, Architecture, Concerts and shows
Riga Merchant Guild, Riga
4 min walk • The Riga Merchant Guild, also known as the Large Guild of Riga or St. Mary's Guild was a German Merchant guild in Riga, the Latvian capital, which existed from 1354 to 1936. A precursor, the Heilig-Kreuz-Gilde was founded around 1252.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St. George's Church?

Nearby attractions include Museum of Decorative Arts and Design, Riga (1 min walk), Bremen Town Musicians, Riga (1 min walk), Riga Porcelain Museum, Riga (2 min walk), Amber Line, Riga (2 min walk).

How to get to St. George's Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to St. George's Church:

Tram

National Opera • Lines: 11, 5, 7 (5 min walk)
Aspazijas bulvāris • Lines: 1, 11 (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)

Trolleybus

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

Train

Rīga-Pasažieru (14 min walk)
Torņakalns (34 min walk)