Former Swimming Establishment of Emilija Racene
Explore a piece of Jurmala's early 20th-century resort history at the beautifully preserved Former Swimming Establishment of Emilija Racene.
The Former Swimming Establishment of Emilija Racene in Jurmala is a historical architectural landmark dating back to the early 20th century. It once offered various baths and treatments and now stands as a reminder of Jurmala's resort history.
A brief summary to Bijusī E. Rācenes peldu iestāde
- Pilsoņu iela 1, Jūrmala, 2015, LV
- Visit website
Local tips
- Take a stroll along the beach to admire the building's architecture from the seaside.
- Visit during the day to appreciate the intricate wooden carvings and architectural details.
- Combine your visit with a walk along Jomas iela, Jurmala's main pedestrian street, for a complete experience.
Getting There
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Walking
The Former Swimming Establishment is located at Pilsoņu iela 1, in the Majori area of Jurmala. From the Majori train station, walk east along Jomas iela, the main pedestrian street. Turn right onto Pilsoņu iela. The establishment will be on your left, a short walk from the intersection. Walking from the Majori train station takes approximately 5-10 minutes.
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Public Transport
Take a train to Majori station. From Riga Central Station, trains to Jurmala run frequently. Upon arriving at Majori station, follow the walking directions to Pilsoņu iela 1. A single train ticket from Riga to Majori costs approximately €1.50. Alternatively, buses and minibuses connect Riga and Jurmala, with a ride to Majori taking around 30 minutes from Riga International Bus Terminal. Bus tickets cost approximately €1.20-€1.50.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Jurmala. A taxi ride from Riga Airport to the Former Swimming Establishment costs approximately €51. From Majori train station, a short taxi ride to Pilsoņu iela 1 will cost around €5.50, with a base fare of €2.00 and a price of €0.70-€1.00 per kilometer. Ride-sharing apps like Bolt are also available.
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