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• 5 Hour Shared Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga

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• Holy Trinity Church
• St. Simeon’s and St. Anna’s Orthodox Cathedral
• Pedestrian Bridge Mitava
• Jelgava Palace
• Virgin Anna Roman Catholic Cathedral
• Trip to the Hill of Crosses & a Charmed Jelgava from Riga

Top 20 Places to See in Jelgava, Latvia

•  Jelgava Botanical Garden
•  Jelgava Castle
•  Jelgava Cathedral
•  Jelgava City Park
•  Jelgava Fortress
•  Jelgava History and Art Museum
•  Jelgava Memorial to the Victims of World War II
•  Jelgava Museum of Local History
•  Jelgava Old Town
•  Jelgava Olympic Centre
•  Jelgava Palace
•  Jelgava Palace Park
•  Jelgava Town Hall
•  Jelgava Town Hall Clock Tower
•  Jelgava Town Hall Museum
•  Jelgava Town Hall Square
•  Jelgava Town Hall Tower
•  Jelgava Town Square
•  Jelgava Water Tower
•  Jelgava Zoo
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•  Bauska
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•  Tukums
•  Valmiera
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•  Latvian Aviation Museum
•  Latvian Ethnographic Open Air Museum
•  Latvian Motor Museum
•  Latvian Museum of Natural History
•  Latvian Museum of Photography
•  Latvian National Botanical Garden
•  Latvian National Library
•  Latvian National Museum of Art
•  Latvian National Museum of History
•  Latvian National Opera
•  Latvian National Theatre
•  Latvian National Zoo
•  Latvian Occupation Museum
•  Latvian Open-Air Folk Song and Dance Festival
•  Latvian Railway History Museum
•  Latvian War Museum
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THE 10 BEST Things to Do in Jelgava

Things to do in jelgava, explore popular experiences, tours in and around jelgava.

• 5 Hour Shared Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga

Trip to the Hill of Crosses & a Charmed Jelgava from Riga

Group day trip from Riga to Hill of Crosses - 5 hour day tour!

• The Hill of Crosses (LT) the easiest way from Riga

2 countries! Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska castle

Private Riga Old Town Walking Tour

Private Full-Day Trip to Turaida, Sigulda, and Cesis

The best of Riga segway tour

Riga Sightseeing Tour by Canal Boat

Riga Old Town walking tour

Tours & sightseeing, top attractions in jelgava.

Other Top Attractions around Jelgava

Cultural & Theme Tours

What travellers are saying

• Holy Trinity Church
• St. Simeon’s and St. Anna’s Orthodox Cathedral
• Pedestrian Bridge Mitava
• Jelgava Palace
• Virgin Anna Roman Catholic Cathedral
• Trip to the Hill of Crosses & a Charmed Jelgava from Riga

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Remarkable for its rich history and significant traditional values.

Jelgava county is known for many historical events and significant culture history sites, as well as its simple, but special landscape of Zemgale plain. The county is being crossed by the second largest river in Latvia – Lielupe. Jelgava county is rich with impressive manor buildings of dukes of Courland and German baron families, worth-viewing churches, as well as wide leisure opportunities. The most remarkable memorial site is where the Christmas battles took place – in Ložmetējkalns, currently The Museum of Christmas Battles. Visitors can learn history from the exhibition and marvel at the renovated fortifications of German soldiers.

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Ģ. Eliass family house - Zīlēni

The Christmas Battle Museum

New! Private collection of Soviet time clocks – the Clock House

Eleja Manor Park and Tea house

Lielplatone Manor

The laundry house Vešūzis

Vilce Manor

Lielvircava Manor

Vircava Manor

Zaļenieki (Green) Manor

Staļģene Manor

Abgunste Manor

Blankenfelde Manor

Purvu bridēji

Stable Mītavas zirgi (Horses of Mitau)

Berķene Manor SPA

Guest House and Sauna - Klīves pirts

Affiliate of Rīga St. Trinity Sergius Female Monastery in Valgunde

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Ievadiet savu e-pasta adresi, ja vēlateis saņemt jaunumus par tūrismu Jelgavas reģionā

+371 63005447, +371 25619266

Akadēmijas street 1, Jelgava, LV-3001

• 1 Understand
• 2.2 By train
• 2.3 By boat
• 3 Get around
• 9.2 Nightclubs

Jelgava (German: Mitau ) is a city in Latvia about 41 km southwest of Riga .

Understand [ edit ]

It is useful to understand that although from 1940 to 1991 Latvia was a constituent republic of the USSR, the official language is Latvian. However, a significant minority (up to 40% nationwide and possibly just over 50% in the capital Riga) is Russian-speaking. The majority of ethnic Latvians living in the city, not only those old enough to have attended school during Soviet times, can also speak and understand Russian. However, many prefer to converse in Latvian. English and also German are widely understood at places regularly visited by tourists and foreigners but you may be out of luck when leaving the city centre or visiting places off the beaten track.

• 56.652415 23.72897 1 Jelgava Regional Tourism Centre , ☏ +371 63 005 447 . The tourist information centre is located inside the Holy Trinity Church Tower. ( updated Apr 2019 )

Get in [ edit ]

By bus [ edit ].

A bus line departs from Riga coach station, takes 45-50 min and the fare is €2.30 (as of February 2019). The buses are frequent and depart roughly every 10-15 mins. They arrive at 56.650222 23.722861 1 Jelgavas autoosta .

By train [ edit ]

From 27 Dec 2023 a daily train plies from Lithuania. It leaves Vilnius at 06:30, calling at Siauliai and Joniškis, and reaches Jelgava at 10:05. It continues to Riga but you can't use it just for the Latvian sector. The southbound train picks up in Jelgava at 16:08 to reach Vilnius at 19:50.

Train service to Jelgava extends to all parts of the country as well as other big cities like Saint Petersburg . However, the tickets do not include information about the time and place to catch the train, that information must be looked up on the train departures info table. Regional trains from Riga takes 50 min, the fare is €1.90 and the train departs every 30-60 minutes as of February 2019.

By boat [ edit ]

Jelgava is on the bank of river Lielupe, which is connected to the Baltic Sea. It is possible to dock at Jelgava Yacht Club on Pils Island or next to Mītava Bridge on Pasta Island.

By car [ edit ]

You can travel by taxi from Riga or Riga airport.

Get around [ edit ]

You can get around by foot, taxi or bus. There is a very good bus line. Line 1 will take you from one part of the city to another.

Checkout this website for route planner and timetables.

See [ edit ]

• 56.655618 23.733037 1 Jelgava Palace , Lielā iela 2 ( on Pils Island of river Lielupe ), ☏ +371 63005617 . Similar palace to Rundales and Winter Palace in St. Peterburg, created by Bartolomeo Rastrelli. €2.00 .  
• 56.649907 23.729144 2 Academia Petrina , Akadēmijas iela , ☏ +371 63 023 383 . A museum with several interesting churches.  
• Victory Park ( Uzvaras ). A memorial park. Once called Hyde Park because of the rallies of the Awakening. Hosts many concerts and international festivals, including the largest annual ice sculpture festival in the Baltics.  
• 56.641035 23.730281 3 Jelgava branch of the Latvian Railway History Museum ( Latvijas Dzelzceļa vēstures muzejs, Jelgavas ekspozīcija ), Stacijas iela 3 ( Across from the Jelgava Railway Station ), ☏ +371 63 096 494 . W, F, Sa: 10AM-5PM; Th: 11AM-7PM; Closed Su-Tu . A small museum with extensive collection of artifacts, photographs and diagrams documenting the history of railway in Jelgava and Latvia. €1.50 . ( updated Mar 2019 )

Do [ edit ]

• Latvian FreeFly Peppers . Parachute jumps. You can do tandem or solo skydives at Jelgava airfield.  
• Football: FK Jelgava play soccer in Virslīga, the top tier. Their home ground Zemgales Olimpiskais Centrs (capacity 1500) is just north of town centre. The playing season is April-Nov.

Learn [ edit ]

"Brainstorm", probably the most popular rock-band from Eastern Europe, has emerged from a cradle called Jelgavas 1. vidusskola (Secondary School No 1), where also such National talents as A. Skrastins, A. Vaznis, E. Radzina, A. Skele, E. Repse have made their first steps in the world of fame.

Latvijas Lauksaimniecibas Universitāte — University of Agriculture of Latvia is a well recognized university.

Buy [ edit ]

• 56.640264 23.728368 1 Karamelu darbnica , Rūpniecības iela 1A , ☏ +371 29 851 426 . M-F 09:00-18:00, Sa 11:00-15:00 . Buy candies directly from the manufacturer. The store carries many types of candies and with many flavours. It also has a daily live demonstration of candy making. ( updated Jul 2022 )

Eat [ edit ]

What [ edit ].

Jelgava's special dishes are Duke’s sail and Charlotte's kiss that remind of the town's history as the capital of Courland Duchy. Duke's sail is a main course, made of oven-baked pork that has been prepared in a special marinade. It is served with caramelized sauerkraut, a variety of roasted vegetables and roots, red bilberry sauce and horseradish. Dessert Charlotte's kiss is made of egg-curd cream and jelly mousse sorting made of two kinds of juice. Its mild taste is refreshed with fruit-berry mash sauce. The dishes are available at most popular restaurants in Jelgava.

Where [ edit ]

• 56.65061 23.72892 1 Kafe Picerija . M-Th 10:00-21:00, F 10:00-22:00, Sa 11:00-22:00, Su 11:00-21:00 . Delicious and great variety of local dishes and foreign improvisations. Try the Podins Ar Vistas Gacu , a funny looking pot filled with chicken, potato, cheese mix and a white bread baking over it. Great reviews, check. Free Wi-Fi. €1.50-3 per dish . ( updated Aug 2019 )

Drink [ edit ]

Bars [ edit ].

• Chocolatte & Pepper . A cafe/cocktail bar with a wide choice of alcoholic and nonalcoholic cocktails and drinks and offer tasty dishes.  
• Klondaika . A popular bar and gambling place.  
• Kreklukrogs , Lielā iela 19A , ☏ +371 26 633 433 . A pub and restaurant serving large portions of food.  

Nightclubs [ edit ]

• Tonuss . A night club playing the latest dance music for a younger public. There are several dance floors and bars in the night club. Entrance fee is usually €1.5-4.5 .  

Sleep [ edit ]

There are two main hotels in Jelgava and several smaller hotels and motels.

• 56.653529 23.72907 1 Hotel Jelgava , Lielā iela 6 ( Beside the bridge that serves as the main road getting into/out of the city ). Can accommodate up to 66 people and is in the center of Jelgava by Driksa River. Jelgava Palace, Holy Trinity church tower Academia Petrina and many other tourist attractions are within a five-minute walk. There is a bar and restaurant Plate on the first floor. Double room €85 .  
• 56.660988 23.742633 2 Hotel Zemgale , Skautu iela , ☏ +371 63007707 , [email protected] . Can accommodate up to 53 people. It is next to sports complex Zemgale and is a favourite for athletes. Next to the hotel is bowling Zemgale with a bar. Double room €47 .  

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Jelgava Palace

Jelgava Palace- former residence of Courland and Zemgale dukes, now- the house of Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies (LBTU). Jelgava Palace is the largest Baroque style palace in the Baltic states, the greatest work of famous Russian court architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli and one of the few cultural monuments remained in Jelgava.

The castle has burnt several times with the worst damage suffered during The World War Two, when at the end of the July 1944, the castle was burned down and the Jelgava Academy of Agriculture ceased to exist. In 1956 the renovation of the Jelgava Palace started and gradually Academy of the Agriculture returned to its former location.

Today, Jelgava Palace houses the third largest university of Latvia - LLU and Jelgava city is home for 7000 students.

Since 1968 there is a museum in Jelgava Palace. The exhibition reflects the history of Order of Livonia Castle (13th century), the building process of Jelgava palace and interesting facts about historical research and maintenance of the palace.

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In this page you can find every information for a holiday in Jelgava, a pretty good destination in Latvia (all info about the whole country here) . We will answer the most important questions: what to visit , when to go , how to get to Jelgava and what means of transport to use to get around . We will describe typical foods , the costs for tourists and where to find accomodation . We will list also the places to see around Jelgava , and we will also talk about safety and how each type of traveler can enjoy a trip here. So, if you are travelling through Latvia, here's everything to know about Jelgava for a perfect holiday.

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What to visit in Jelgava

Jelgava, located in central Latvia, has several tourist attractions worth visiting. Here are some of them: 1. Jelgava Palace - The palace was built in the 18th century and served as a residence for the Dukes of Courland. It is now the largest Baroque-style palace in the Baltic States. Visitors can take a guided tour of the palace, see its impressive collection of artwork, and enjoy the beautiful gardens. 2. Duke Jacob's Square - This is the main square in Jelgava and is home to several historic buildings, including the Trinity Church, the Jelgava History and Art Museum, and the newly renovated Town Hall. 3. Jelgava Holy Trinity Lutheran Church - This church is one of the oldest buildings in Jelgava, dating back to the 17th century. Its interior features beautiful frescoes and stained glass windows. 4. Pasta Island - This is a popular recreational spot in Jelgava. Located in the middle of the Lielupe River, it features a beach, walking trails, and a playground. 5. Jelgava Local History and Art Museum - The museum is housed in a 19th-century building and features exhibits on the history of Jelgava as well as a collection of Latvian folk art. 6. Ozolnieki Crafts Centre - Located just outside Jelgava, this centre offers workshops on traditional Latvian crafts such as woodworking, pottery, and weaving. 7. Lielupe Floodplain Forest - This forest is home to a variety of wildlife and hiking trails. It's a great place to explore nature and escape the city. Overall, Jelgava offers a mix of cultural and natural attractions, making it a great destination for travellers looking to experience Latvian history and nature. In this website, you can find many other destinations to visit in Latvia, so you can have a look in the "USEFUL LINKS" sections in this page for other places that could inspire your trip. You can find more information in this page dedicated to the top 10 attractions to visit in Jelgava .

When to go on holiday to Jelgava

The best time to visit Jelgava in Latvia would be during the summer months (June to August) when the weather is warmer and most of the outdoor activities, such as walking, hiking and exploring the city's parks, can be enjoyed to the fullest. During these months, you can also enjoy various events and festivals that take place in Jelgava. However, if you're looking to avoid crowds and peak season prices, you may also consider going in the shoulder season months of May or September when the weather is still pleasant but the crowds are thinner. Just be aware that the weather can be more unpredictable during these months, with occasional rains and colder temperatures. You can book here visit and activities to do during your holiday !

How to get to Jelgava

There are several ways to get to Jelgava, Latvia: 1. By car: If you are driving to Jelgava, the city is located about 40km south-west of Riga, and the journey takes around 30-40 minutes depending on traffic. 2. By train: Jelgava has good train connections with Riga and other cities in Latvia. Trains depart from Riga Central Station several times per day, and the journey takes approximately 45 minutes. 3. By bus: Bus services to Jelgava are operated by several companies such as Ecolines, Lux Express, and others. Buses depart from Riga Central Bus Station and other locations in the city. The journey takes around 45 minutes to an hour. 4. By taxi: Taxis are easily available in Riga and other cities in Latvia. A taxi from Riga to Jelgava costs around 25-30 EUR. I hope this information helps you plan your trip to Jelgava! To find the most convenient flights, compare (and book if you like!) the best offers here on Skyscanner . To hire a car to visit Jelgava, I recommend to check this: COMPARE HERE ALL OFFERS FOR CAR RENTAL

Typical foods in Jelgava

Here are some typical foods from Jelgava, Latvia: 1. Jelgavas kūkas - These are small, round cakes made with flour, sugar, eggs, and butter. They are often served with coffee or tea. 2. Zemnieku salāti – A traditional salad made with boiled potatoes, pickles, onions, and mayonnaise. Often served as a side dish. 3. Sukādes kartupeļi - Candied potatoes made with boiled potatoes, sugar, and water. They are similar to sweet potato casserole and often eaten as a dessert or side dish. 4. Silke – A type of smoked herring that is typically served with boiled potatoes. 5. Rupjmaize - A dark, dense bread made from rye flour. It is a staple food in Latvia and often served with butter. 6. Skābeņu zupa - A soup made from fermented milk, flour, and potatoes. It has a tangy flavor and is often served cold in the summer. 7. Kotletes - Latvian-style meatballs made with ground meat, onions, and bread crumbs. They are usually served with mashed potatoes or boiled vegetables. 8. Rīgu sieri - A type of cheese made in the Riga region. It has a mild, slightly salty flavor and is often used in traditional Latvian dishes. You can find general info about typical foods in Latvia here .

Is Jelgava an expensive destination for tourists?

Jelgava is generally an affordable destination for tourists, especially when compared to other European cities. Accommodation, food, and transportation costs in Jelgava are relatively low, which makes it an attractive and affordable destination for budget-conscious travelers. However, the prices can vary depending on the season and the type of accommodation, restaurant, or attraction you choose to visit. It is always a good idea to research and compare prices before planning your trip to Jelgava.

Where to find accomodation in Jelgava

Is jelgava a safe destination for tourists.

Yes, Jelgava is generally considered a safe place for tourists. However, visitors should always take caution and follow common safety measures, such as staying aware of their surroundings, avoiding dimly lit areas at night, and securing their valuables. It's always advisable to research and understand local laws and customs before traveling to any new destination. You can find general info about safety for tourists in Latvia here . Always check updated government info about travelers's safety on the ufficial Foreign Affairs website of your government, before visiting Jelgava.

What type of travelers will enjoy Jelgava the most?

Jelgava is a great destination for families and couples who enjoy history and exploring cultural attractions. It is also a good spot for visitors who are interested in outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports. While there are some local bars and restaurants to enjoy, it may not be the best choice for younger travelers who are looking for a more lively nightlife scene. Ultimately, Jelgava can be a great spot for anyone looking to experience a relaxed atmosphere and immerse themselves in the history and culture of Latvia.

How to get around Jelgava

In Jelgava, you can move around the city by using public transportation such as buses and minibusses operated by Jelgavas autobusu parks (JAP). Additionally, there are several taxi companies that provide services in the city. You can also rent a bike or a car to explore the city on your own.

What to see around Jelgava

Sure, here are some nice places to visit in a day trip from Jelgava, Latvia: 1. Rundale Palace - A magnificent 18th-century palace with stunning baroque architecture and beautiful gardens. 2. Mezotne Palace - A historic palace with a lovely park and breathtaking views of the river. 3. Dobele Castle - A medieval castle with a museum showcasing the history of the region. 4. Bauska Castle - A picturesque castle situated on the banks of the Mūsa and Mēmele rivers. 5. Kuldiga - A charming town with scenic waterfalls, historic buildings and a charming old town. 6. Jurmala - A popular seaside resort town known for its long sandy beaches and spa culture. 7. Sigulda - A scenic town surrounded by beautiful forests and home to the Turaida Castle and Gutmanis Cave. 8. Cesis - A charming town with a medieval castle, a pretty old town and the beautiful Gauja National Park nearby. I hope this helps! For every travel information about Latvia you can click here . Wild Trips is the Wikipedia of travel: in the unfortunate case you find an error, please write to us to correct it... Thank you! Follow us on Facebook if you like wild trips around the world and beautiful itineraries in Italy: https://www.facebook.com/wildtrips .

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Akadēmijas street 1, Jelgava, LV-3001

THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Jelgava

Things to do in jelgava, explore popular experiences, tours in and around jelgava.

• 5 Hour Shared Tour to Hill of Crosses from Riga

Trip to the Hill of Crosses & a Charmed Jelgava from Riga

Group day trip from Riga to Hill of Crosses - 5 hour day tour!

• The Hill of Crosses (LT) the easiest way from Riga

2 countries! Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace and Bauska castle

Private Riga Old Town Walking Tour

Private Full-Day Trip to Turaida, Sigulda, and Cesis

The best of Riga segway tour

Riga Sightseeing Tour by Canal Boat

Riga Old Town walking tour

Tours & sightseeing, top attractions in jelgava.

Other Top Attractions around Jelgava

Cultural & Theme Tours

What travellers are saying

• Holy Trinity Church
• St. Simeon’s and St. Anna’s Orthodox Cathedral
• Pedestrian Bridge Mitava
• Jelgava Palace
• Virgin Anna Roman Catholic Cathedral
• Trip to the Hill of Crosses & a Charmed Jelgava from Riga

More information about tourism: www.visit.jelgava.lv

About Jelgava 

For a long time Jelgava is not just a city in a low and wet place with a Palace and a market. Jelgava is a city, which we call the capital of Zemgale, educational and cultural centre. Demolished, burned and rebuilt in the twentieth century, it still locates in Zemgale plain by the river Lielupe side. Jelgava is a hospitable city, which wants and knows how to host guests. Despite all last century war destruction, there are still architectural, cultural, history and nature monuments as well as modern buildings. Jelgava has formed as various nationalities populated administrative centre, and has become a city with dynamic development in the sphere of economics, education, and culture. Jelgava visitors can get here whatever they want, namely, chance to relax, to enrich oneself culturally, as well as to find place for business activities development. Jelgava wants to share with others with its riches. Museums, parks, resting grounds, cultural events and enterprises are waiting for you!

A city, which is decorated with Baroque pearl – Jelgava Palace – and with Kurzeme – Zemgale dukes vault? Maybe Jelgava is a city, which we call youth, schools, and student’s city. Maybe it is a city, which makes us to remember sharp war facts and conflagration, when things that were legate from knights, dukes and czars time were destroyed.

Despite all war damages and soviet times constructional manner, our city is beautiful, green and hospitable. A lot of surprises are here which our city new guests should discover. Where in the centre of Jelgava protected nature territories with floodplain meadows are? We can show you also three islands between river Lielupe and river Driksa. About Courland (Kurzeme) and Semgallen (Zemgale) dukes good offices show Jelgava Palace and the oldest scholastic institution in Latvia “Academia Petrina”. A fresh Holy Trinity Church tower reminds about the fact that first Lutheran church in Europe after reformation developments was built in Jelgava.

Architectural monuments from the Baroque, the Classicism and Renaissance can be found in the city. And only in Jelgava You can find Love Alley – monument to loyalty, friendship and beautiful dreams about past and future. There are beautiful parks, secular trees, architectural and history monuments, memories about eminent countrymen near factories, roads, rail-roads and water surfaces. Rainis, Jānis Čakste, Ādolfs Alunāns, Māteru Juris, duke Jacob, Jānis Bisenieks, Elizabeth fon der Reke, Severīns Jensens, Francesco Bartholomeo Rastrelli, Ernsts Johans Bīnemanis and thousands of other eminent or not so eminent people have lived and worked in our city, creating this, what always in our hearts will stay as Jelgava

Information materials:

Here you can download tourism information about about Jelgava city, Jelgava county and Ozolnieki county.

Brochure “Jelgava 2021”

Tourist Guide “Jelgava, Jelgava County, Ozolnieki County”

Tourist Map of Jelgava

Other informative materials about Jelgava

Culture, tourism.

• Gardens and parks
• Historical buildings and sites
• Monuments, monumental stones and plaques
• Accomodation
• Useful to know
• Virtual tour

Tourism Jelgava city Jelgava county

• Museums and exhibitions
• Castles and manors
• Churches and monasteries
• Monuments and memorial sites
• Cultural objects
• Production units and factories
• Arts and Crafts
• Nature and parks
• Active recreation and sports
• Water temptation
• Entertainment
• Health and Wellness
• Routes for tourist groups
• Excursions with a guide
• Zemgale welcoms!
• Accommodation
• Food and Drink
• For Wedding
• Tourism materials

Tourism Information

• Tour Guides
• Rental of Premises
• Bicycle and car rental
• Tourism agencies
• Souvenirs and local products
• Other information
• Medical aid, police
• You are here:  
• Useful information /

Jelgava Tourism Information Centre

Tourism Information Centre is a place, where anyone can get the necessary information on tourism opportunities in Jelgava and its surroundings.

Jelgava Tourism Information Centre offers:

• Informative materials – brochures, booklets, maps, Jelgava, Zemgale and Latvia guides;
• Tourism routes;
• Consultations on tourism and recreation opportunities in Jelgava and its surroundings;
• Tour bookins for the Holy Trinity Church Tower, Jelgava and its surroundings;
• Tour guide services;
• Souvenir sale.

Working hours

Address: Akadēmijas iela 1, Jelgava, LV-3001

Phone: +371 63005447, 25619266

Fax: 63005446

Lielplatone Tourism Information Point  

The tourism information point offers:.

A guided tour around Lielplatone Manor and Lielplatone parish.

Vilce Tourism Information Point

Lielvircava tourism information point, eleja tourism information point, zaļenieki tourism information point, staļģene tourism information point.

Useful Links

• Tourist information centre
• Photos, videos

Contact Jelgava Regional Tourism Centre

Ievadiet savu e-pasta adresi, ja vēlateis saņemt jaunumus par tūrismu Jelgavas reģionā

+371 63005447, +371 25619266

Akadēmijas street 1, Jelgava, LV-3001