About Jelgava
Jelgava is one of Latvia's major cities, home to around 54,834 people.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Jelgava
1
Jelgava Palace
2
Victory Park
3
Jelgava branch of the Latvian Railway History Museum
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Rundāle Palace
5
Tērvete Nature Park
Budget travel
Free things to do in Jelgava
Victory Park
Tērvete Nature Park
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Jelgava Palace
- Visit Victory Park
- Visit Jelgava branch of the Latvian Railway History Museum
- Eat at Kafe Picerija
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Rundāle Palace
- Visit Tērvete Nature Park
Where to eat
Local favourites
- $
Kafe Picerija
Delicious and great variety of local dishes and foreign improvisations. Try the Podins Ar Vistas Gacu, a funny looking pot filled with chick
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $
Hotel Jelgava
Can accommodate up to 66 people and is in the center of Jelgava by Driksa River. Jelgava Palace, Holy Trinity church tower Academia Petrina
- $
Hotel Zemgale
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
Shopping
- Karamelu darbnica
Nightlife
- Chocolatte & Pepper
- Klondaika
- Kreklukrogs
- Tonuss
Museums & culture
- Jelgava Palace
- Jelgava branch of the Latvian Railway History Museum
- Rundāle Palace
In pictures
Jelgava gallery
Keep exploring
