Car Hire in Ventspils - Mini guide to Ventspils

Ventspils is a medium-sized city located in the Kurzeme region on the north western part of Latvia. It is one of the busiest ports in Europe which also explains the interesting culture and attractions that the city offers. It may not offer as many leisure and tourist sites as bigger cities such as Riga but Ventspils has its own charm that attracts a steady stream of travelers from all over the world.

The city centre is compact enough to allow for leisurely walks but tourists opt to arrange for cheap car hire in Ventspils as soon as they arrive to easily get around. Tours usually start at the Old Town which is highly pedestrianized. The Livonian Order Castle, around which the city was created, is its most popular attraction. The castle is one of the oldest Middle Age fortress that still stands to this very day.

The Seaside Open Air Museum is also worth a stop. The museum was created in order to preserve the distinct culture and heritage of the fishing village. It houses an interesting sea boat collection and the largest collection of anchors in the Baltics. Artefacts and exhibits date back to the 17th century.

With a car rental in Ventspils, tourists can also venture outside the city of Liepaja to the south. The one-hour drive is well worth it considering that the destination promises even more notable attractions. Lipeja is the centre of music and culture in the country so tourists will be treated to a number of entertainment options to complete their holiday.

Ventspils International Airport serves as the main gateway to the city. It is easily accessible with a car hire in Ventspils. Travel time is less than 12 minutes. The airport provides connections to other major cities in the country as well as to Leningrad (now St. Petersburg).

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