At Latvian War Museum learn about the political and military history of the country. Told through photographs and awards, the story of Latvia also unfolds through displays of weapons and objects that once belonged to the military. In addition to outlining the country's experience through two world wars, the museum provides exhibits from medieval times to the modern day. View uniforms and helmets used in battle or size up grenades of different powers and dimensions. Dioramas depict historic moments and give insight into the war experience. Tour the museum on your own or request a self-guided tour via your phone or the website. See Latvian War Museum and all Riga has to offer by arranging your trip with our Riga trip planner.
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Latvian War Museum reviews
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Bit odd that you have to leave your coat downstairs, some sections had very good translations other areas you had to look at some bits of card on a chain, but we enjoyed it very much so
Bit odd that you have to leave your coat downstairs, some sections had very good translations other areas you had to look at some bits of card on a chain, but we enjoyed it very much so more »
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Not bad, interesting that we have to leave coats on the basement level vs carrying them, found that a bit odd. Overall very informative and lots of floors to explore
Not bad, interesting that we have to leave coats on the basement level vs carrying them, found that a bit odd. Overall very informative and lots of floors to explore more »
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Free entry, large exhibitions across many floors. Mostly English translations available. Good mix of text and artifacts. Some really well done multimedia
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Nice to see history of Latvia
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