Museum of the Barricades: A Journey through Latvia's 1991 Revolution

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from anywhere in Kurzeme, head towards the A9 highway, which connects the region to Riga. Follow the signs for Riga and continue on the A9 until you reach the outskirts of Riga. As you approach the city, merge onto the A1 road, which leads into the city center. Once in Riga, take the exit toward Centra rajons and follow signs for Krāmu iela. The Museum of the Barricades of 1991 is located at Krāmu iela 3, in the Central District. Parking can be found nearby, but be aware that there may be parking fees.

• Public Transportation - Bus

  From various locations in Kurzeme, you can take a bus to Riga. Most buses will arrive at the Riga Bus Station, which is centrally located. Once you arrive at the bus station, exit and walk towards the nearby tram stop. Take Tram 5 or Tram 7 from the station towards the city center. Get off at the 'Rātslaukums' stop. From there, it’s a 10-minute walk to the museum. Head east on Rātslaukums toward Krišjāņa Barona iela, then turn right onto Krišjāņa Barona iela, and continue straight until you reach Krāmu iela. The museum will be on your right.

• Public Transportation - Train

  If you are near a train station in Kurzeme, take the train to Riga. You will arrive at the Riga Central Station. From the station, exit and walk towards the tram stop located just outside. Take Tram 5 or Tram 7 toward the city center. Get off at the 'Rātslaukums' stop, and from there, it is a 10-minute walk to the museum. Head east on Rātslaukums toward Krišjāņa Barona iela, turn right onto Krišjāņa Barona iela, and continue until you reach Krāmu iela. The museum is located at Krāmu iela 3.