TransportThe Airport (RIX)Millions are being invested into Riga International Airport, which has seen a huge upturn in passenger numbers following EU membership. The The Train StationCentrālā stacija (the central train station) is in the very heart of the city, a few minutes walk from Old Riga. The station was also recently renovated and is part of a shopping centre, which has currency exchanges, cash machines, shops and quite good eateries. The station has an information The Bus StationAutoosta (the central bus station) is just a few hundred metres southwest of the train station on Prāgas iela; it’s also in the middle of Riga and easily accessible. The bus station is not as modern as the railway station and attracts a few suspect people, so watch your wallet. It has cash machines, a baggage room, tourist information, some shops and toilets. The Eurolines and Ecolines offices are inside the main building. An underpass across the road takes you to Old Riga; follow the signs to Vecrīga-Valņu iela. Tram 7 also takes you into the city centre, just one or two stops away. The Passenger PortPrāmju osta is located less than one kilometre north of Old Riga. There are some services and you can exchange money here. It is open 09:00-18:00. Trams 7, 5 and 9 from the Ausekļa iela stop at the edge of Old Riga. (1 or 2 stops) By CarEntering the country by car has become much easier since EU membership, and with Schengen membership you shouldn’t expect any searches at the land borders with Estonia and Lithuania. Customs/VisasConsult your local Latvian embassy or see visa explanations at the government web site, www.am.gov. lv/e/. Visas are usually valid for 30 days, with a 90-day extension possible. Otherwise, you need a residency permit; see the above web site for details about getting one. There are no restrictions on the amount of |
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