Rundāle Palace Museum
About This Museum
Would you believe this sprawling baroque masterpiece was built as a summer getaway for a duke? Stepping into Rundāle Palace feels like walking straight into an 18th-century fairy tale, complete with impossibly ornate staterooms and a maze of lush, sculpted gardens that seem to go on forever. It’s not just an empty shell, either—the rooms are filled with authentic furniture, porcelain, and artworks that whisper stories of its lavish past. Honestly, the sheer scale of the gold leaf and the intricate parquet floors will leave your neck aching from looking up and down.
Collection Highlights
Don't miss the breathtaking Golden Hall, a symphony of gilded stucco, or the Duke's personal collection of portraits that feel like an old-world Instagram feed. The restored bedrooms and the massive porcelain collection tucked away in the basement also give you such an intimate glimpse into palace life.
Visitor Information
It's out in the Latvian countryside near Pilsrundāle, so having a car is your best bet. Definitely carve out a few hours because you'll want to get lost in both the palace and those incredible formal gardens.
Architecture & Building
A stunning example of Baroque and Rococo architecture, it's all soaring ceilings, dramatic curves, and an almost overwhelming amount of decorative detail inside and out.
Contact & Location
Address: Rundāles pils muzejs, Pilsrundāle — Svitene — Klieņi, Pilsrundāle, Viesturu pagasts, Bauskas novads, LV-3921, Latvija
Phone: +371 26 499 151
Website: Visit Website
