About The World of Hat Museum

The World of Hat Museum is an off-beat attraction, which is sure to amaze and intrigue any visitor. The only museum of traditional headwear in the world, it contains exhibits from almost all over the planet and includes hats, bonnets, headbands, and other headgears, each of them with their own exciting story. The museum hosts varied events from children's birthday parties, weddings, corporate celebrations, to master classes and lectures. The museum is the brainchild of a Russian anthropologist and traveler, Kirill Babaev. A cozy souvenir corner and regular masterclasses make a great way to spend a leisurely weekend with friends or children.

Must See

  • Antique jeweled crowns
  • Shaman Hats
  • Terrifying African helmet masks
  • Bonnets made of human hair!
  • Sindhi topi a must-see attraction.

How to reach

It is 3.8 km away from the Riga City Center.

You can take a tram to reach here.

Tram Fare: 1.15 Euros

Tips

  • Check out the special collection of shoes and shawls as well.
  • Visit the website and take the incredibly hard "quiz of a hat." If you get 8/10 you get 30% off the entrance fee.
  • Signs will lead you there, and make sure to press the number 12 on the call button at the front.
  • Arrive early to avoid the rush.
  • You can buy a hat souvenir if so interested in the quaint gift shop.
  • There are hat-making lectures in English, you need to check the schedule beforehand.

Visit Time

Sunday: 10:00  a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday:  10:00  a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Thursday:  10:00  a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Friday:  10:00  a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Saturday:  10:00  a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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Waiting Time

You may have to wait in a queue to clear security check.

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes


Adults: 4 Euros

For schoolchildren, pensioners, students: 3 Euros

Children under 7 years old:  Free

Family ticket (2 adults and 2 children): 10 Euros

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Time you can spend

1 to 2 hours

 

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Weather

Mist 13.86°C

 

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