Varakļānai Castle – a historical excursion for schools and families

Are you looking for an educational and beautiful excursion destination in Latgale, where history, architecture and nature meet in one place?

Varakļānai Castle is one of the most outstanding monuments of classical architecture in Latvia, enchanting with its elegance and rich history. Surrounded by a picturesque park, the castle offers an opportunity to discover the life of the 18th century nobility and enjoy a peaceful stroll in a romantic landscape park.

As well as the museum and exhibitions, you can also enjoy fascinating guided tours, take part in educational programmes and discover the secrets of the park – from the legendary Love Stone to the historic Jadwiga Chapel. It is the perfect place for school excursions, families and culture lovers who want to experience the historical charm of Latgale.

Varakļānai Castle was built between 1783 and 1789 for Count Michael Jan von der Borch of the Holy Roman Empire, after a design by the Italian architect Vincenzo Macotti, who was invited to Latgale. It is an outstanding and early example of the Classical style in Latvian architecture.

OFFER

• Visit of the museum and exhibitions.
• Guided tours of the castle, park and town.
• Educational programmes ( Latvian school bag).

Services

• 8,50 EUR – guide (1 hour).
• 8,00 EUR – museum educator (1 hour).
• 2,50 EUR – photo at the Green Wall (up to 7 persons, 1 photo print).
• eUR 1.00 – archery (1 person, up to 10 arrows).

Museum programmes

• 35,00 EUR – tourist trail “Paths of Souls in Varakļāni” (for a group of up to 20 persons).
• 45,00 EUR – service in a foreign language (English, Russian, German).
• eUR 25,00 – “Candlelight tour of the museum” (for a group of up to 20 persons).
• 30,00 EUR – service in a foreign language (English, Russian, German).
• 2,40 EUR – “Swamp for Life” (1 person).
• 2,60 EUR – service in a foreign language (English, Russian, German).
• 2,80 EUR – “Princess Smile” (1 person).
• eUR 3.00 – service in a foreign language (English, Russian, German).
• 4,60 EUR – “No past, no future” (1 person).
• 4,80 EUR – service in a foreign language (English, Russian, German).
• 8,00 EUR – environmental research programme “Visiting Count Borch in Varakļāni” (1 person).
• 8,50 EUR – service in a foreign language (English, Russian, German).
• eUR 5.00 – environmental research programme “Visiting Count Borch in Varakļāni” (1 person).
• 5,50 EUR – service in a foreign language (English, Russian, German).

PRICES

• 3,50 EUR – adults.
• 2,10 EUR – pupils, students and pensioners.
• 8,50 EUR – guide service (1 hour).
• 50% discount with Honoured Family Card.

Free admission

• Children up to 7 years of age.
• Persons with disabilities up to the age of 18.
• Persons with disabilities of groups I and II (on presentation of a disability certificate).
• Students of Varakļāni Secondary School.
• Employees of other museums (with ID).

Entrance fee

• 1,50 EUR – adults.
• 0,90 EUR – pensioners, students and pupils.

Entrance fee to the exhibition “Swamp for Life”

• 1,30 EUR – adults.
• 0,80 EUR – pensioners, students and pupils.