Scenic spot introduction:
Rundale Palace in Latvia is the most gorgeous and huge palace in the country and one of the top ten famous attractions in the country. Rondel Palace was once the summer residence of the Duke of Courland. Like the Summer Palace and Winter Palace in St. Petersburg in Russia, it is a very representative palace building. This Baroque classic is not only jaw-droppingly luxurious in every room, but the garden behind it is as rich in variety and variety as a botanical garden. The annual traditional garden party and special performances make visitors feel like they have entered the enchanted life of medieval aristocrats.Attractions distribution:
Rondel Palace is located 12 kilometers west of Bauska, covering an area of nearly 14,000 square meters. The entire building is divided into two parts: the main palace building and the garden. There are 16 main buildings in total, including the White Hall, the Golden Hall, the Rose Room, the Grand Gallery, the Small Gallery, the Billiards Room, the Dutch Salon, the Duke's Apartment, the Duchess' Apartment, etc. There are hundreds of rooms, more than 40 of which are open to the public. The garden is divided into rose garden, lilac garden, peony garden, tulip garden, maze, green theater, etc. There are extremely diverse types of flowers, plants and trees. There are also quite a few exhibitions arranged in the palace, such as palace history exhibition, sarcophagus exhibition, costume exhibition, etc. Each exhibition can give visitors a comprehensive understanding of different aspects. Every year, Rondelle Palace also holds a wonderful garden party. Medieval dances, traditional activities, ironware making, authentic food and exquisite practical products, etc. will all be unveiled at this time, which is very grand.Scenic spot features:
Flower viewing, palace decoration, palace, architecture, gardentravelling guideline:
1. Tourists who want to take photos or videos will need to pay additional photography fees; the staff will give a permission sign, please post it in a clear place.
2. Garden parties are mostly held in mid-to-late June every year. They are grand and rich in content and are well worth going.
3. It is recommended that tourists go there in spring and summer when the flowers are blooming. At this time, the scenery in the palace garden is extremely beautiful and the closing time is late. Due to the large area of the attraction, it often takes a whole day to visit here. .
Tour route:
General halls and exhibitions (White Hall, Golden Hall, etc.) → Duke's Apartment → Duchess' Apartment → Garden
Best time to visit:
All seasons
Shopping recommendations:
(Souvenirs) related books, puzzles, etc.; special handmade goods during the garden party.
(Shopping in Latvia) Amber ornaments, dolls in national costumes, linen or pure wool fabrics, Black Balsam, leather-bound notepads, "LAIMA" brand chocolate, etc.
(Latvian cuisine) Meat and seafood, cream barley soup, milk fish soup, bacon and onion pies, black bread pudding, black balsam.
Scenic spot location:
Europe > Latvia
How to get there:
Palace of Rondelle : You can take a direct bus to the scenic area from Riga, Bauska and other places. For details, please visit the website http://rundale.net/en/informacija/pieejamiba/.
Arrival in Riga:
1. Airplane: Riga International Airport has direct flights to more than 60 cities in more than 30 countries.
2. Train: Riga Central Station is one of the main public transportation hubs in Latvia, with various supermarkets and shops.
3. Highway: Riga International Bus Station, with daily buses to various parts of Latvia and other major European countries.
Scenic area map:
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Ticket prices for the Palace of Rondelle:
Short line ( Whitehall , Golden Hall , Gallery and Duke Bedroom ): 2.5 LVL for adults, 2 LVL for full-time students, 1.5 LVL for primary school students, free for preschool children.
Long Line ( Whitehall , Golden Hall , Gallery, Duke and Duchess Bedroom and exhibitions): 3.5 LVL for adults, 3 LVL for full-time students, 2 LVL for primary school students, free for preschool children.
Permanent exhibition: 2 LVL for adults, 1.5 LVL for students, 1 LVL for primary school students.
garden : Free from November to April, 1 LVL for adults and students, 0.5 LVL for primary school students in May and October, 2 LVL for adults and students, 1 LVL for primary school students from June to September.
Long Line+ garden (for more than 20 adults, full-time students or more than 10 primary school students): In May and October, adults are 3 LVL, students are 2.5 LVL, primary school students are 1.5 LVL, and preschool children are free; from June to September, adults are 4 LVL, students are 3.5 LVL, primary school students are 2 LVL, and preschool children are free.
Short Line+ garden (for more than 20 adults, full-time students or more than 10 primary school students): In May and October, adults are 2.8 LVL, students are 2.3 LVL, primary school students are 1.3 LVL, and preschool children are free; from June to September, adults are 3.8 LVL, students are 3.3 LVL, primary school students are 1.8 LVL, and preschool children are free.
Sarcophagus Exhibition: 1 lat.
Free Exhibitions: Stone Carving and Ironware Exhibition , Palace of Rondelle History Exhibition .
Filming fee: 1 lat/person for photo shooting, 3 lat/person for video shooting.
Scenic area opening hours:
January-April, November-December: Ticket office 10:00-16:30, museum and garden 10:00-17:00.
May and October: Ticket office 10:00-17:30, museum and garden 10:00-18:00.
June-August: Ticket office 10:00-18:30, Museum 10:00-18:00, garden 10:00-19:00 (closed at 21:00 from Friday to Sunday).
September: Ticket office 10:00-17:30, Museum 10:00-18:00, garden 10:00-19:00.
Special holidays: The museum is closed on January 1st, and the ticket office, museum and garden All open at 13:00.
