The museum holds a replica of the 1912 Russo-Balt Model C, the only remaining example of Russia's first mass-produced automobile brand.
The collection includes the 'Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost' that belonged to Leonid Brezhnev, which was famously damaged in a collision during his tenure.
The museum building underwent a major architectural renovation in 2016, turning it into one of the most technologically advanced vehicle museums in Europe.
It hosts an original 1938 Auto Union Type D racing car, one of the rarest Grand Prix vehicles in existence.
The museum functions as a center for the restoration of historical vehicles, maintaining a professional workshop onsite.
The Riga Motor Museum houses the largest collection of antique motor vehicles in the Baltics, housed in a modern, renovated facility. The collection features rare Soviet-era limousines, including the armored cars used by high-ranking officials like Stalin and Brezhnev. It showcases the history of Latvian automotive production, notably the Russo-Balt brand from the early 20th century. Interactive displays and multimedia installations allow visitors to engage with the engineering history of the exhibits. The museum spans three floors of meticulously restored vehicles, ranging from pre-war classics to racing cars. A dedicated section highlights the history of the legendary RAF (Rīgas Autobusu Fabrika) minibus factory. Facilities include a museum shop and an onsite café for visitors.
The central atrium, where a 'frozen in time' dynamic display of vehicles is suspended or arranged in a dramatic multi-level layout.
Download the museum's interactive app beforehand to access detailed audio-visual guides for specific vehicles.
Allocate extra time for the lower level, which contains significant heavy machinery and commercial vehicles often overlooked by hurried visitors.
Do not attempt to touch the vintage paintwork or enter roped-off vehicle displays, as sensors are strictly enforced.
