Riga 2023 - EUSBSR Annual Forum
Venues of the Annual Forum 2023
EUSBSR Annual Forum 2023 will take place in Riga and all venues are at the very heart of the Old Town or within walking proximity.
National Library of Latvia / Latvijas Nacionālā bibliotēka (Dinner Reception)
https://www.lnb.lv/en/ Address: Mukusalas iela 3, Riga
National Library is situated on the left bank of Daugava river oposite to the Old Town. It would take 10 min walk from the Old Town or it is possible to take tram Nr. 1, 2, 5 or 10 from the stop “Grēcinieku iela” to cross the bridge and get of at the stop “Nacionāla bibliotēka”. Ticket can be purchased from apps as Code ticket, ticket machine or in Narvesen kiosks.
The iconic edifice of the National Library of Latvia is known also as the Castle of Light. The Library was opened in August 2014 and it is one of the most significant 21st-century projects to be undertaken in Latvia, serving as a modern and multi-functional culture, education and information centre. The National Library demonstrates not only the memory and knowledge of the nation, but is also a forum for exchanging new experiences and culture.
Riga Art Space / Rīgas mākslas telpa (Venue place)
https://makslastelpa.riga.lv/eng/ Address: Kungu iela 3, Riga
Riga Art Space is situated at the heart of Old Town.
Riga Art Space is the exhibition hall located under Rātslaukums square and has become the home of contemporary art events, exhibitions of well-known or newly discovered artists, as well as other cultural events.
The Small Guild / Mazā Ģilde (Venue place)
https://mazagilde.lv/en/ Address: Amatu iela 5, Riga
Small Guild is situated at the heart of Old Town too.
The architectural monument „Small Guild” nowadays offers an unique picture of the art of old Riga crafts corporation, a true example of citizenship and unselfishness.
Travel possibilities
Flying to Riga
There are direct flights to Riga from more than 100 destinations in Europe, Asia and Africa. The Latvian national airline, airBaltic, provides easy and convenient connections to all the major airports in Europe.
Riga International Airport is only ten kilometers southwest of the Riga city centre.
Bus no. 22 runs to and from the airport and departs every 10–20 minutes from opposite the bus terminal building near the Old Town, and the fare costs EUR 1.50. Ticket can be purchased from apps as Code ticket, ticket machine or in Narvesen kiosks.
A taxi ride from the airport to central Riga costs approximately EUR 20-25. It's recommended to take Baltic Taxi, Red Cab or Bolt.
Apology for any inconvenience which might appear due to the construction works next to the Airport and the Old Town – Riga is getting ready to be accessible by Rail Baltica train soon.
Bus connections to Riga
Lux Express is the largest passengercarrier in the Baltics, ensuring several daily departures from such cities as Tallinn, Tartu, Parnu, Vilnius, Warsaw etc.
All Lux Express coaches are equipped with comfortable and adjustable seats, individual multimedia touch screens on each seat, as well as free Wi-Fi and coffee/tea makers. Individual business class seats are also available on Lux Express Lounge coaches.
Accommodation
NB! It’s recommended to book your accommodation timely, but only after your registration is approved.
All participants are kindly requested to book their accommodation by themselves.
A number of pre-reserved rooms in different categories of hotels in Riga centre are available to be booked for the period of 3 October until 5 October 2023.
Rooms can be booked only by contacting requested hotel via below added e-mails and by using code “EUSBSR2023”. With questions regarding your hotel booking, please contact requested hotel directly via below added contacts.
List of pre-reserved hotel rooms:
Metropole by Semarah
Standard Sgl (one bedded bed) – EUR 65
Standard TWIN – EUR 90
Standard DSU – EUR 90
Aspazijas bulvāris 36/38, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1050
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., +371 66118537
Grand Poet by Semarah
Standard DSU/Dbl – EUR 124/144
Standard TWIN – EUR 144
Superior – EUR 155/175
Park Standard DSU/DBL – EUR 145/165
Raiņa bulvāris 5/6, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1050
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., +371 66118537
Hilton Garden Inn Riga
Standard Sgl – EUR 129
Standard TWIN – EUR 149
Hilton Garden Inn Riga Old Town
Grecinieku 25, Riga, LV-1050, Latvia
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., +371 67108011
Radisson Hotel Old Town Riga
Standard Sgl – EUR 79
Standard TWIN – EUR 89
https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-riga
Zigfrīda Annas Meierovica Bulvāris 10, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1050
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., +371 67061111, +371 67061153
Wellton Riverside SPA viesnīca
Standard Sgl – EUR 78
Standard TWIN – EUR 81
https://www.wellton.com/en/hotels/wellton-riverside-spa-hotel
11. novembra krastmala 33, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1050
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., +371 22829957