Science & Technology Museums in Latvia
Technology museums, science centers, transport and industrial museums – hands-on and interactive.
Vidzeme (8)
Riga (7)
Zemgale (6)
Kurzeme (5)
Pierīga (5)
Latgale (3)
Science & Technology Museums in Latvia: Overview & Tips
Our guide lists 34 science and technology museums in Latvia, spread across 6 regions and 23 towns and cities. Most of them are in Vidzeme (8), Riga (7), and Zemgale (6).
At the city level, Riga (7), Alūksne (2), and Daugavpils (2) lead the way – ideal if you want to see several science and technology museums in a single day.
1 museum is free to visit. For the others with a published price, a regular adult ticket costs €5 at the median, and the middle half charge between €3 and €7.
8 museums are fully wheelchair accessible, 21 offer dedicated programs for families, and 2 have a café or restaurant. These figures come from our ongoing research – museums whose details we haven’t verified yet aren’t included in the counts.
Top 10 science and technology museums in Latvia
The best-known science and technology museums in Latvia
Rīgas MotormuzejsTechnology · Riga- Latvijas dzelzceļa vēstures muzejsTechnology · Riga
Gulbenes–Alūksnes bānītisTechnology · Gulbene
Rīgas aviācijas muzejsTechnology · Skulte- Latvijas Ugunsdzēsības muzejsSpecial · Riga
- Ainažu Ugunsdzēsības muzejsTechnology · Ainaži
- Aldara alus muzejsTechnology · Riga
- Alūksnes Bānīša stacijaTechnology · Alūksne
- Anru Motors vēsturisko spēkratu kolekcijaTechnology · Jelgava
- Bauskas motormuzejsTechnology · Bauska
Science and technology museums in Latvia with programs for families
- Rīgas MotormuzejsTechnology · Riga
- Latvijas dzelzceļa vēstures muzejsTechnology · Riga
- Gulbenes–Alūksnes bānītisTechnology · Gulbene
- Alūksnes Bānīša stacijaTechnology · Alūksne
- Bauskas motormuzejsTechnology · Bauska
- Brīvdabas muzejs „Ausekļu dzirnavas”Open-air · Bārbele
- Daugavpils Tehnikas un industriālā dizaina centrs „Inženieru arsenāls“Technology · Daugavpils
- Elektrum Enerģētikas muzejsTechnology · Ķegums
- Kuldīgas Adatu tornisTechnology · Kuldīga
- Latvijas Ceļu muzejsTechnology · Milzkalne
Wheelchair-accessible science and technology museums in Latvia
- Rīgas MotormuzejsTechnology · Riga
- Latvijas dzelzceļa vēstures muzejsTechnology · Riga
- Ainažu Ugunsdzēsības muzejsTechnology · Ainaži
- Alūksnes Bānīša stacijaTechnology · Alūksne
- Bauskas motormuzejsTechnology · Bauska
- Latvijas Ceļu muzejsTechnology · Milzkalne
- Latvijas Lauksaimniecības muzejsTechnology · Talsi
- Ugunsdzēsības ekspozīcijaSpecial · Jelgava
By region
Cities with the most museums
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Frequently asked questions
How many science and technology museums are there in Latvia?
Our directory currently lists 34 science and technology museums in Latvia across 23 towns and cities.
What are the best-known science and technology museums in Latvia?
Some of the best known are Rīgas Motormuzejs, Latvijas dzelzceļa vēstures muzejs, Gulbenes–Alūksnes bānītis, Rīgas aviācijas muzejs, and Latvijas Ugunsdzēsības muzejs.
Which science and technology museums in Latvia offer free admission?
1 museum is free to visit – for example Latvijas Ceļu muzejs.
Which science and technology museums in Latvia are open on Mondays?
Many museums are closed on Mondays, but according to their regular hours 3 are open, such as Rīgas aviācijas muzejs, Latvijas Ceļu muzejs, and Latvijas Lauksaimniecības muzejs.
Which science and technology museums in Latvia are wheelchair accessible?
8 museums are fully wheelchair accessible, including Rīgas Motormuzejs, Latvijas dzelzceļa vēstures muzejs, and Ainažu Ugunsdzēsības muzejs. Others are partially accessible – you’ll find the details on each museum’s page.
How much does it cost to visit science and technology museums in Latvia?
A regular adult ticket costs €5 at the median, with prices ranging from €1 to €15. Children, students and families usually pay less.
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