The Playful Charm of Donkey Sculpture in Riga

Getting There

• Car

  If you're traveling by car, start from anywhere in Kurzeme and head towards Rīga. The most direct route is to take the A9 highway towards Rīga, which will take approximately 1.5 to 2 hours depending on traffic. Once you reach Rīga, follow signs to the city center. As you approach the city, merge onto the A1 road (Brīvības iela) which will lead you directly into the Central District. Look for Rātslaukums 5, which is located near St. Peter's Church. There is limited street parking, so be prepared to find a parking spot nearby.

• Public Transportation (Bus)

  To reach Donkey using public transport, take a bus from any major town in Kurzeme to Rīga. The most common bus operators are Lux Express and Ecolines, which offer comfortable services. The journey takes around 2 to 3 hours. Once you arrive at Rīga's Central Bus Station, exit the station and head to the nearby tram stop at 'Autoosta'. Take tram line 1 or 2 towards 'Tīna' and disembark at the 'Rātslaukums' stop. From there, Donkey is just a short walk away, located at Rātslaukums 5, behind St. Peter's Church.

• Public Transportation (Train)

  If you prefer to travel by train, take a train from a station in Kurzeme, such as Liepāja or Ventspils, to Rīga. Train services are provided by Latvian Railways and the journey typically lasts about 2.5 to 3 hours. Once you arrive at Rīga Central Station, walk for about 15 minutes to reach Rātslaukums 5. Head towards the Old Town, passing the Freedom Monument, and continue until you reach the square near St. Peter's Church.