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Things to do in Jelgava

The best places to visit in Jelgava, Latvia — 10 curated landmarks.

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Jelgava Palace, Jelgava, Latvia — Jelgava Palace

Jelgava Palace

Baroque palace of the Dukes of Courland, now home to the university.

Holy Trinity Church Tower

Holy Trinity Church Tower, Jelgava, Latvia — Holy Trinity Church Tower

Holy Trinity Church Tower

Ruined church tower — a symbol of Jelgava's old town skyline.

Latvian Railway History Museum

Latvian Railway History Museum, Jelgava, Latvia — Railway History Museum Jelgava

Latvian Railway History Museum

Railway museum with historic locomotives in Jelgava.

Jelgava History and Art Museum

Jelgava History and Art Museum, Jelgava, Latvia — Jelgava History Museum

Jelgava History and Art Museum

Regional museum with art and history collections in the old town.

Academia Petrina

Academia Petrina, Jelgava, Latvia — Academia Petrina

Academia Petrina

Historic academy building from the Duchy of Courland era.

St. Simeon and St. Anna Cathedral

St. Simeon and St. Anna Cathedral, Jelgava, Latvia — St Simeon Cathedral Jelgava

St. Simeon and St. Anna Cathedral

Orthodox cathedral with distinctive onion domes in the city centre.

Pasta Island, Jelgava, Latvia — Pasta Island Jelgava

Pasta Island

Island park on the Lielupe River popular for walks and events.

Jelgava Lutheran Church

Jelgava Lutheran Church, Jelgava, Latvia — Jelgava Lutheran Church

Jelgava Lutheran Church

Historic Lutheran church in the heart of Jelgava.

Driksas Street, Jelgava, Latvia — Driksas Street Jelgava

Driksas Street

Pedestrian street with cafes, shops, and historic architecture.

Rundale Palace, Jelgava, Latvia — Rundale Palace

Rundale Palace

Magnificent Baroque palace and gardens, a day trip from Jelgava.