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Dial Riga departure and arrival station Majori. Choose from the proposed menu in Latvian. We get the schedule of all trains in the Jurmala direction.

Jurmala Jurmala  is one of the most famous and largest resort towns not only in Latvia, but also in the Baltic countries. Jurmalait is a city located near Riga, with a population of more than 55 thousand people. Translated from Latvian "Jurmala" means Juras mala "The edge of the sea!"

The land, which is now the territory of Jurmala, in the past was part of Riga. Some of its areas, in particular Sloka and Kemeri, were known as the famous Latvian health resorts. When this land was ruled by Latvian Germans, it was called Riga Beach. But this is another story, and to the topic of the page   already a little suitable. I'll leave it for next time.

Currently, modern Jurmala is the most famous and largest resort in the Baltic States. The population in Jurmala in the summer increases due to the many tourists who want to improve their health and relax. Popular with tourists is not only the mild, delicate climate of the city, but also healing air, beautiful pine forests, mineral and mud springs. An important factor in attracting guests is the natural border of the city - this is the Lielupe River.

In order to get to this popular resort, you can use the buses coming from Riga, from the Riga bus station. In 40 minutes you will be there. I’ll write about the bus later. It seems to me that this is not very convenient.

For lovers of minibuses - you can get with this transport.

But personally, I recommend the train! Reliably. With a guarantee. Punctually. There will be many people on weekends and good weather. But usually everything fits. On working days - more spacious. Most likely, someone else remembers jam-packed electric trains to Jurmala in the times before 1991. Now this is no longer there. Latvia in the EU.

How to get from Riga to Jurmala on your own,  explained Eric Herman. Have I answered your question enough?

Video: Jurmala in the fall. Quiet, deserted, calm ... Relax. Itself was filming ...

Answers to your questions on the topic

How to get from Riga to Jurmala.

Can I buy a train ticket?

The question is asked by Igor:05-09-2012 18:45

- By train to Majori, 30 minutes from Riga Railway Station. The fare in one direction was 1 Lat. (Now 1.40 Euros.)  Round trip 1.95 Lat at the box office at the railway station. BUT, I saw how many passengers pay the fare to the controller-conductor?

Answer:

- Igor, That's right! In the train, already in the car, you can buy a ticket directly from the conductor. Such an opportunity is provided for those passengers who are late, drop into the car, not having time to go to the ticket office. Or who really is too lazy and money a person does not particularly consider.

And even at some small stations, ticket offices may be closed at a later time. Here it is - either buy a ticket in advance, or pay with interest!

It will be cheaper to buy a ticket at the box office right there and back!

Buy a ticket in a carriage at the conductor controller  possible, but it will be more expensive ... About 30%.

How to get from the airport to Jaunkemeri?

Question from Alexander:03-10-2012 21:54

- Thanks. How to get from the airport to Jaunkemeri?

Answer to Alexander:

Alexander, welcome.
  There is no direct transport airport-Jaunkumeri. Apparently, a taxi. You can first go to the center of Riga, then by minibus. In any case, only with a transfer ... I'd rather order a transfer.
  Jaunkumeri, a sanatorium?
  Try to book: The Jaunkumeri Center provides, upon reservation, a meeting and departure of guests from Riga Airport and the railway station (the price for a transfer from the arrival point to the Jaunkemeri CRC and back is EUR 40.00).
http://www.jaunkemeri.lv/en/kaa-nokljuut-3169

Or get to Riga and take a minibus there. If not laziness and a little baggage. The minibus is comfortable. New. Budget option! :)))

Jurmala in the fall. Sea.

Since Jurmala is located at some distance from Riga, all tourists who choose this resort to spend their summer vacation have to get here from Riga on their own.

A train

If you come to the capital of Latvia by train, it is most logical to continue the journey to Jurmala by train. You can familiarize yourself with the schedule of electric trains in the building of the Riga station or, but there is no point in looking for the Jurmala station in it - it just doesn’t. Choose a direction to Tukums or Sloka - this is Jurmala. If you need to go to its center, then Majori station will be yours. The first train leaves Riga at 05:50, and the last at 23:36.

Electric trains are the most profitable way to get to Jurmala: although the ticket costs a little more than by car, they do not stand in city traffic jams. The interval of movement of trains is about 30 minutes.

It is better to purchase a ticket at the ticket office of the station. Its one way price is € 1.90. You can buy a ticket directly from the conductor in the car, but then it will be 30% more expensive.

On business days, the fare from 10:00 to 15:00 is 25% cheaper. Travel time is 30 minutes. You can always specify the train schedule on the LDZ.lv website.

Route taxi

From the railway station

Another way to leave the railway station in Jurmala is by shuttle bus. Its headland is opposite the station. The journey will take 30–35 min. Cars in the direction of the resort in summer leave every 10 minutes from 06:00 to 23:50. Among the cluster of cars you need to look for minibuses under the following numbers:

• No. 7018 Riga - Spunnciems - Jaunkemeri, walks only in the early morning and late evening;
• No. 7021 Riga - Dubulti, makes ten flights a day;
• No. 7023 Riga - Sloka, runs in 10-15 minutes.

The issue price is about 1.24 €. Travel money must be given directly to the driver, having previously warned him of your final stop. Minus minibuses - traffic jams on city streets.

From Riga Airport

If you got to the capital of Latvia by plane, then from the air gates of the city to the resort, most likely you will have to get with a transfer. You can get to the station by city bus number 22 to the Stockmann centrs stop, and then use the electric train or minibus.

In the tourist season there is another option. From June 3 to October 31, a direct bus to Jurmala runs from Riga Airport. Ticket price is about 3 €. The fare should be paid to the driver.

An alternative is city minibus taxi number 241. It should go to the Imanta station, where to transfer to the train going towards Tukums. It will take less than an hour to complete the journey, and the costs will not exceed 1.5 € per person, which is two times cheaper than on a direct bus.

When traveling as a family or a large company, it may make sense to use the transfer services from Riga Airport to Jurmala hotels. Such a service is about 2000 rubles, if ordered in advance. You will be met at the airport and taken to the door of your hotel in a comfortable car. You can calculate the cost and order a transfer.

Transit bus

From the Riga bus station on the street. Pragas, 1 to the railway station is only 500 m. Further to Jurmala you can either follow the train or take any transit bus going towards Lielupe or Dubulti. The schedule is available directly at the bus station or on the website. You can use the bus to Ventspils (at least 11 flights per day from 07:10 to 22:40). Travel time is 40 minutes. A ticket worth € 1.24 is payable at the ticket office of the station or at the driver.

Personal car

Ventspils highway (E22, Karļa Uļmaņa gatve) leads from Riga to Jurmala. In front of the bridge over the Lielupe River, when turning right, you need to be very careful not to get on the ring road. Travel time will be 15–20 minutes. Entrance to the city from April 1 to September 30 is paid. In 2014, the cost of the pass is 2 €, but it gives the right to free parking in the city during the day. However, if you have booked a hotel room or are planning to be treated in a sanatorium, you do not need to buy an entry ticket.

River transport

This is the most expensive and slowest option, but it looks more like entertainment. From May 1 to September 30 from the pier opposite the Presidential Palace next to the Cable-stayed Bridge in Old Riga every day at 11:00 in Jurmala on the Lielupe river the motor ship “New wave” sets sail. This is a great option to get to Jurmala by sea for tourists who live in Riga but want to spend a day in Jurmala. The ferry departs at 17:30 from the Majori pier.

Travel time is 2.5 hours. One-way ticket costs € 15-20 (children receive a 50% discount).

Riga is a beautiful old city, which is also convenient because there are many places worthy of attention around it. You can easily go to nearby Latvian cities such as Jurmala, Cesis or Sigulda, or you can buy a cheap ticket to Vilnius, Tallinn or Stockholm.

Tell you where you can go from Riga, which transport to choose  and how much is it.

Travel from Riga to Jurmala: is it worth it to go, how to get there and how much does it cost

Jurmala is so close that it is not even considered a separate city here, rather a suburb. In Jurmala there is kilometer-long sandy beaches, clouds of seagulls and pretty promenade  with dozens of cute cafes, which automatically makes this city special and desirable.
  Jurmala is just   40 km from Riga.
  Average price for a three star hotel in Jurmala 40 euro. The best hotel prices in Jurmala with Booking.com

On the minibus

Minibuses depart from Riga Railway Station ( address: Stacijas laukums 2, Riga). The route stop is located opposite the Origo shopping center. For the end station, choose Sloka, Dzintari, Majori or Lielupe.

By train

The train is the most cheap, fast and reliable way  get to Jurmala.
  One way ticket is worth everything   1,40 euro. Travel time 30 minutes. Tickets can be purchased   at the box office (address: Stacijas laukums 2, Riga), as well as at the conductor, but already a little more expensive. timetable  look.
  Please note that there is no station called Jurmala. Jurmala includes such stations as Lielupe, Dzintari and Majori.

By car

Everything is simple here - you just sit down and drive. The road will take a maximum 40 minutes  and now you breathe the sea air and the wind rips your hat off of you.

Travel from Riga to Cēsis: is it worth the trip, how to get there and how much does it cost

Cesis lies   88 km from Riga. That is, you can well go there in the morning, and after lunch come back and spend the evening in Riga. Cesis will amaze you with its landscape: green hills with fabulous lawns, pine forests, a curving river. People come here for the beauties of the Old Town, forts and cathedrals.
  Not far from Cesis are ski resorts  Агagarkalns and Ozolkalns, as well as children park  Volvo with trails for little skiers. In a word, in Cesis it is never boring for children or adults.
  Average room rate in a three-star hotel in Cesis 45 euro. Find the lowest price for hotels and apartments in Cesis on Booking.com

By bus

By train

By car

Latvia is a very compact country, so if you come here by car, you will not have problems with transportation. The road to Cesis will take hour and a half.

Traveling from Riga to Sigulda: whether to go, how to get and how much it costs

Sigulda is located   52 km from Riga. People come here to admire ancient castles, for example, the Sigulda castle in the Neo-Gothic style, study the ancient history at the Gutman cave with its rock paintings, sunbathe on the lawn by the lake, ride a cable car over the precipice, breathe fresh air in the Turaida Nature Reserve and Gauja National Park and get to know each other better with Latvian culture.
  Average Price for a Three Star Hotel in Sigulda 45 euro. Booking.com guarantees lowest prices for hotels, guest houses and apartments.

By bus

By train

In the budget way  getting to Sigulda is an electric train. Travel time 1 hour 10 minutes. Ticket price 1.90 euros. timetable  can be found on the official website of the carrier.

By car

The road to Sigulda will take approximately 1 hour. There are usually no parking problems in the city, but watch out for signs.

Travel from Riga to Vilnius: is it worth it to go, how to get there and how much does it cost

Total four hours away  You will find cozy Vilnius with its narrow stone streets, three hundred year old houses, cathedrals, original window displays, galleries, cozy snack bars and the aroma of coffee.
  It is better to set aside a few days for a walk in Vilnius, because this city hides so many treasures. Our will help you with this.
  Average price for a great three star hotel in Vilnius 45 euro. Look for the lowest prices for hotels, apartments and hostels on Booking.com

By plane

Regularly fly from Riga low cost airlines  to Vilnius, for example airBaltic, so that you can easily find cheap tickets from 30 euros  one way. Check prices by entering the dates in the form below.

By bus

Most optimal way  to get from Riga to the capital of Lithuania - by bus. It is fast, inexpensive and reliable.
  Fare 12-20 euros. Travel time 4 hours  Luxexpress or Ecolines.
  Usually tickets to Ecolines are 20-30% more expensive due to more comfortable conditions (for example, you may be given a pillow and a blanket, free drinks).

By car

The distance between Riga and Vilnius is 300 km. There are no borders, therefore less than 4 hoursyou will be in the Lithuanian capital.
  Fuel prices in Lithuania and Latvia practically do not differ, the quality of roads is also equally good.

Traveling from Riga to Tallinn: is it worth it to go, how to get there and how much does it cost

Old Tallinn is located 300 km  from Riga. Should I go there? Of course, yes, if you want to feel the spirit of the real European Middle Ages, take a walk along the paved bridges, breathe the sea air, enjoy the bird's-eye view of the city, try the original Estonian cuisine and build sand castles on the beaches. Be sure to set aside at least two days for a walk around this magnificent city.
  Average price for a room at a three-star hotel in Tallinn   60 euro. Guaranteed low prices for hotels, guest houses, hostels and apartments  Search Booking.com

By plane

Between Riga and Tallinn established regular flights. Cheapest tickets  usually offers a low-cost airline airBaltic. Ticket prices start from 40 euros, but discounts and special offers are possible. Check prices simply by entering your trip dates in the form below.

By bus

The bus is the most budget and fast way  get to Tallinn. Fare 12-22 euros. Travel time 4 and a half hours. Look for tickets on the official website of the carrier - Luxexpress or Ecolines.

By car

Distance between Riga and Tallinn   314 km. Of course, there are no borders between the countries, and most of the picturesque road lies by the sea, and for three hours they fly like a dream.
Fastest way  (4 hours) lies through Pärnu and Ikla.

Travel from Riga to Stockholm: is it worth it to go, how to get there and how much does it cost

Stockholm is a dream city that spans the shores of the Baltic Sea. Stockholm is a city of favorite fairy tales, gingerbread houses, ancient castles, old churches, delicious food and functional design.
  Average price for a room in a three-star hotel in Stockholm 100 euro. Apartments and hostels are very popular with travelers. Lowest prices  Search Booking.com

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On a ferryboat

The cruise ship leaves from Riga usually at 17.30 and at 10.30 in the morning arrives at the port of Stockholm. Travel time 17 hours. Ticket price starts from 60 euros. You can go back that evening, or you can spend several days in Stockholm, because this city has something to tell you. Look for ferry tickets on the official website of the ferry lines or at the box office of the Port of Riga ( address: Eksporta iela 3a, Riga).

By plane

From Riga to European cities, including Stockholm, constantly fly low cost airlines  like Ryanair or airBaltic. So you just can't help but find cheap plane ticket. Ticket price starts   from 25 euros. Travel time 1 hour. To check prices simply enter the dates of your trip in the form below.

The Baltic Sea consists of a number of small villages stretching along the edge of the surf for 32 km. This city does not resemble fashionable beach resorts. Rather, it can be called a cozy summer cottage sector, where from year to year lovers of the cleanest air and the harsh northern sea come with snow-white beaches bounded by centuries-old pine trees. Having once been in Jurmala, you are striving to return here without fail.

For those who are just planning their vacation in, it will be useful to find out how to get to Jurmala in the shortest possible time.

By plane to Riga

There are several ways to get to Latvia. The easiest way to do this is by plane. Jurmala does not have its own airport, so all tourists arrive at, and only then go to the coast by public transport.

Flight from to Riga takes 1 hour 45 minutes. Direct flights between these cities are operated by four airlines: Aeroflot, Air Baltic, UTair and Rusline. For the convenience of passengers, planes depart from three capital airports: Sheremetyevo, Domodedovo and Vnukovo. The average ticket price is from 111 euros (budget option) to 153 euros. The cheapest flight is offered by the Rusline air carrier. There should not be any difficulties in purchasing tickets, since up to 8 aircraft leave for Riga during the day.

You can fly to the capital with a change. Then the time spent on the trip increases to a minimum of 3.5 hours. You can pick up some pretty interesting flight options:

• belavia airplanes depart from Domodedovo and dock in Minsk;
• carrier Finnair offers a transplant at. Departure - from Sheremetyevo;
• air Baltic transport flies through, and Helsinki and others.

From to Riga without connections, only Air Baltic offers flights.

Budget on train and bus

You can also get to Riga by train. This way of traveling is suitable for those who want to significantly save on tickets. After all, the cheapest ticket for a branded train Moscow-Riga, which leaves daily from the Riga station, is about 43 euros in a common carriage. A place in a compartment will cost 120 euros. Passengers spend approximately 16 hours on the road. The train leaves Moscow at 17:05 and arrives in Riga at 09:17.

For only 50 euros you can get to Riga by Ecolines bus, which leaves from Tushinskaya bus station at 20:45 and arrives at the bus station in the capital of Lithuania in the morning. On the way you will have to spend about 13 hours 30 minutes. Buses are quite comfortable and convenient with the Internet, multimedia screens and a buffet.

How to get to Jurmala from Riga

The hardest part is behind - you have already arrived in Riga. Now you need to get to the terminal station of your destination - Jurmala. To do this, go to the only railway station in Riga and buy a ticket to the most famous local resort. True, there are some features that you should know before buying a ticket:

• If you ask for a ticket to Jurmala at the ticket office, you simply won’t understand, because such a station simply does not exist. The stops are named after the villages that are now part of the resort of Jurmala.
• It is best to take a ticket to a farther station, for example, Dzintari, and return to Maiori back to Riga (if you are staying in the Latvian capital). Walk between stations on foot, see local attractions.
• The stops in the train are announced in Latvian. At each station, the train costs only a few minutes. In order not to pass the station you need, contact the controller or passengers traveling with you. Most people in Latvia understand the Russian language and will not refuse to help tourists.

The cost of a ticket, depending on the chosen stop, will be about 1-1.5 euros. Which station to choose? There are few tourists, the beach is near the station. Along the shore, you can easily walk to the following stations, enjoying the sea air. In Dzintari, right next to the beach, there is the famous concert hall where various festivals gathering pop stars are held. Maiori is the center of Jurmala with the Jomas pedestrian street, shops and restaurants.

Regular buses and fixed-route taxis also run from Riga to Jurmala.

Latvia is a country off the coast of the Baltic Sea, where Jurmala, the largest resort city among the inhabitants of the Baltic States and Russia, is located. This city stretches along the shore of the Gulf of Riga, in the summer season it hosts a lot of humorous and music festivals, concerts and other recreational activities for vacationers from many CIS countries.

Resort area for children and adults

Almost the whole city is one large resort area, for children there is the following list of active entertainment:

• roller skating;
• skating;
• riding bicycles;
• sport competitions;
• adventure park "Tarzan";
• water skiing, jet skis and wakeboards;
• swimming in the pool and in the sea;
• playgrounds on the coastline.

And for adults, a huge variety in leisure styles:

• excursions to the natural beauties of the coastal city;
• hiking trips;
• bike rides;
• wellness treatments and spa;
• beach vacation;
• outdoor recreation (camping).

Where is

It is best to look for outdoor recreation, breathe pine air and go hiking in the national parks of Priedaine and Kemeri.

Summer vacation in Jurmala implies, first of all, beach activities that you can find along the entire coastline of the resort. The best beaches are concentrated in the central areas of Dzintari, Bulduri, Maiori. Health resorts and resort rehabilitation centers are concentrated in Vaivari and Jaunkemeri.

Jurmala Map

How to get from Moscow

Directly from Moscow to Jurmala can only be reached by car, for those who do not have their own transport, there are standard flights from Moscow to Riga, and then from Riga to Jurmala.

Car ride

Entrance to the region by car during the holiday season is paid - 2 euros, payment is made in special machines at the entrance. Parking within the city is free.

A trip on its own from Moscow to Jurmala takes less than a day, about 15-20 hours, it all depends on the speed of the ride and the duration of passport control at the border.

Here are a few things to consider first:

• visa.  Latvia is located in the Schengen area, so you should first apply for a Schengen visa. The cost of a standard visa processing costs 35 euros or 70 to speed up the process;
• documents.  Regardless of the route, you will need documents to cross the border;
• GPS navigator  - The best and safest way to choose a route for a trip and not get lost in the corners of your native or foreign country;
• refueling.  Be sure to think about where and how to fill the tank before the trip;
• traffic Laws.  Learn the Latvian traffic rules, as a European driver, for example, should always give priority to cyclists and pedestrians.

Train ride
  In Moscow, train 001Р leaves from the Riga station, departing at 17:05 Moscow time and arriving at the Riga passenger station at 9:17 local time. You can book and buy a ticket at any resource convenient for you or at the ticket office of the station, the ticket price can vary from 2 to 45 thousand rubles, depending on the class of ticket and the date of departure.

Latvia is in the time zone EEST +2 - Eastern European time, but in the summer (April-November) it switches to summer time EEST +3.

By plane
  Every day, flights from Moscow to Riga fly at any time, day or night, the choice is very large. On or on another resource convenient for you, you can choose the time, airline, date, cost and other services and amenities. The flight takes only 1 hour 45 minutes, and the cost of tickets is from 5-6 thousand rubles.

By bus
  The bus of the Norma-A company leaves every day from Tushino station at 20:45 from Moscow and arrives at the Riga bus station at 10:15. On the way you will spend 13-14 hours, the ticket price will be 3500-4500 rubles.

From Riga to Jurmala
From the capital of Latvia, Jurmala can be reached by train, which leaves from the only railway station in Riga. There are three stations in Jurmala where you can get off depending on the area you have chosen to live in: Dubulti, Sloku, Tukums.
  You can also rent a bicycle in a special bicycle parking or rental car, which is located near the airport and train station. Or take a boat ride along the Lielupe River, the ship arrives in Jurmala at the Majori station.

There is no Jurmala stop, so look in advance on the map at which stop it is most convenient for you to get off.

Jurmala areas

The city is conditionally divided into 12 districts, each of which has its own peculiarity, its sights and its type of recreation.

• Come on  - The village is located along the Lielupe River and is slightly remote from the Gulf of Riga. There are many summer cottages and individual cottages, the village is perfect for outdoor recreation.
• Lielupe  - well suited for sports recreation, for lovers of walking and hiking. The area is adjacent to both the sea line and the river, and a large natural park is located on its territory.
• Bulduri, Majori and Dzintari  - The most popular villages of Jurmala, because it focuses on active entertainment, night clubs, restaurants and museums, as well as beach vacations in the form of a variety of water parks and free beaches with white sand.
• Dubulti, Pumpuri, Melluzhi and Asari  - areas on the coast of the Gulf of Riga, which are designed for beach holidays.
• Yaundubulti  very landscaped area, it will be most comfortable to relax in the forest.
• Sloka.  Here is the administrative center of the city, many establishments for relaxing indoors.
• Kemeri.  Kemeri has several resorts and the largest national park; the area is perfect for a health trip.

Weather and climatic conditions

Latvia is located in the temperate, climatic zone, therefore Jurmala in the summer is a warm, but not hot city. It is rainy enough at any time of the year, the amount of precipitation, on average, can reach 70 mm per month, but at the same time, precipitation favorably alternates with sunny days. The climate here is considered the mildest and most beneficial for blood vessels and lungs, although lovers of hot and dry resorts may not be suitable.

Water temperature

Many tourists go to the resort, not knowing how cool the sea is in Jurmala, but the general climate of the resort is in perfect harmony with the water temperature in the Gulf of Riga. It can fluctuate from month to month, the water begins to heat by the end of May or even by mid-June. The maximum temperature is + 18 ... + 22 ° С daily. It may seem that it is too cool, but such water is considered the most useful for swimming, so it is recommended to go on vacation to Jurmala from the end of June to the end of August.

Air temperature

The average maximum air temperature in the hottest month (July) fluctuates around +22 ° С, but at high humidity of 80-85% it feels like + 27 ... + 30 ° С. This combination creates a warm, sometimes hot, but not choking effect, ideal for vacationers. During December-February, as a rule, snow falls and holds until the beginning of March, while the air temperature does not fall below -10 ... -15 ° C. In winter, in Jurmala, the average minimum temperature in the coldest month (February) is only -7 ... -8 ° С.

Jurmala's best attractions

From museums to natural parks and cultural historical values, this city will not leave a single lord bored, everyone will find objects of interest for themselves.

• Jurmala open-air museum is located at the very beginning of the city, where Lielupe flows into the Baltic Sea. This museum is free, you can learn a lot about the life of fishermen of the late 19th century.
• Even if you are not religious, it is still worth noting the Gothic Evangelical Lutheran churches of Dubulti and Bulduri.
• The White Dune in Priedain is a natural monument, the dune is special in that it is perpendicular to the line of the sea and it offers a beautiful view of the river.
• Concert Hall "Dizntari", which hosts almost all of the most popular concerts and festivals in Jurmala.
• The largest water park in Europe, Livu, is ideal for visiting with children.
• Ragakapa Natural Park and Kemeri National Park are considered the most mysterious and beautiful sights of Jurmala. Their visit carries a cognitive and wellness meaning, thanks to pine trees and salty sea air.

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Maiori, Dzintrai, Bulduri and other beaches

The beaches of Jurmala, famous for their snow-white quartz sand, are clean and well-groomed in European style. Of the 11 villages of Jurmala, Dzintari, Bulduri, Majori, Jaunkemeri and Dubulti have a blue flag - a sign of cleanliness and compliance with international sanitary standards. The sea level along almost the entire coast is quite shallow - to go to the depth you need to spend a few minutes.

• In Majori, a large stage for festivals is equipped, there is a sports ground for a variety of sports activities, as well as a river pier.
• The beaches of Jaunkemeri, Kauguri and Vaivari are equipped for people with disabilities.
• In Dzintari, a concert hall rises right on the shore.
• Bulduri beach is more suitable for a relaxing holiday and even tanning.

Nearly the entire coastline of 25 kilometers are coastal cafes and restaurants, small pools, water slides, water ski rentals, motorbikes. Every summer season, local or international sports competitions (for example, volleyball and tennis) and races are held on the Jurmala coastline. In winter, the beach turns into a snowy ski base.

Leisure

Among a large number of possible options, it is worth noting the most interesting ones, such as the Jūrmalas Tarzāns adventure park in Dzintari. This park is equipped with obstacles on the ground and on tree branches, equipped with imitation of wild natural conditions.
  For lovers of hiking there is a large Kemeri National Park with trails through the swamp and Rogakapa Nature Park for walking or jogging through the pine thickets.
  There is a Jurmala ski park in Priedain, and roller-skating is possible on the Majori sports field. You can also rent a bicycle in any area of \u200b\u200bJurmala and plan a bicycle route with the help of a consultant at the tourist information bureau.

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Jurmala nightlife

Despite the fact that Europeans do not like to work after 18:00 and on weekends, most of the establishments in Jurmala work around the clock. At night, you can catch vehicles, rent a car or bicycle, attend a concert, a movie, performances by street performers on the beach or on Maiori's main street. On the main site of Jurmala https://www.visitjurmala.lv/en/delai/meroprijtij/ you can track the list of all events.

Among the night clubs and bars of Jurmala, which are located along the coast and in the central regions, it is worth noting the Black Magic bar due to its interesting interior design. Also, almost every hotel has a night bar and dance floor.

Accommodation and meals

If you travel on your own, then a vacation at sea in Jurmala will not do without rental housing. The most expensive type of accommodation is the rental of apartments and hotel rooms. Further there are sanatoriums and rehabilitation centers where you can order not only an overnight stay, but also a list of wellness procedures. More affordable option would be guest houses and hostels. Such housing is rented on the basis of a commune (hostel), it has common kitchens, showers and sometimes - common rooms for a company of up to 20-30 people. For outdoor recreation in Jurmala there are several campsites - these are small tourist camps located either on the banks of the Lielupe River or in the bowels of pine forests.

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Car rental and transport

In Jurmala, in addition to walking, of course, there are other ways of transportation:

• taxi.  Taxis in Latvia are of European type, they are all with "checkers", each machine has a telephone number and fares for travel, boarding and for 1km / h. On average, a taxi costs 1.5 euros per landing and half a euro for 1 km / h, plus 10 euros per hour for waiting.
• bike.  Rental price 1-2 euros per hour;
• public transport.  An unlimited ticket for a day costs 5 euros, without it a one-time trip costs 1-2 euros;
• car rental.  The average cost of renting a car can cost 20-30 euros per day.

Cafes and restaurants

Jurmala is replete with restaurants and cafes, both in the city center and on the coastline. Majori, Bulduri and Dzintari are the most expensive areas of Jurmala, so there are more restaurants and classic cafes. On the beach along the entire length of 25 kilometers stretch beach cafe bars and restaurants with night clubs. Throughout the city you can find simpler cafes and bakeries, as well as popular bistros in Jurmala. In the bistro you can have breakfast, lunch and dinner, in the manner of a business lunch, almost all establishments have vegetarian cuisine and their own pastries. In season, most cafes and restaurants open a summer terrace.

The famous medicinal alcoholic drink “Riga Balsam” is an invention of the inhabitants of Latvia. The balm contains 24 different medicinal herbs and is infused in oak barrels.

Baltic resort hotels

Shopping

During excursions and visits to museums you will find an abundance of souvenirs, but the focus of tourist shopping is on Jomas Street. This pedestrian street is the oldest street in Jurmala, it is located in the village of Majori. There are many different shops, boutiques and cafes, as well as souvenir shops and street exhibitions of artists and other craftsmen.

In Jurmala, anyone can find the perfect way to relax: there is something to see, where to go, where to swim, lie down or go for a drive. The European-style resort tries to take care of all possible interests, from active to passive. That is why it is worth getting here at least once in a lifetime to fall in love and will return again.