Embassy of Lithuania in Riga, Latvia; address Rūpniecības iela 24, 1010, Rīga; phone +37167321519. Head of mission: Ms. Audronė Markevičienė.
Head of mission: Ms. Audronė Markevičienė, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary (as of 2026)
Lithuania presents a compelling option for Latvian travelers, with its unique attractions contributing to its appeal. While it doesn't attract as many visitors as larger European destinations, a portion of the 500,000 Latvians who travel abroad annually may find Lithuania an interesting place to explore.
Lithuania is generally safe for tourists coming from Latvia. In terms of safety while walking alone at night, Lithuania ranks 24th out of 40 countries, while Latvia is slightly lower at 25th. According to the Global Peace Index, Lithuania is ranked 31st out of 160 countries, comparable to Latvia's rank of 30th. When looking at crime statistics, Lithuania has a lower murder rate at 2.6 per 100,000 people compared to Latvia's 3.0. Female murder rates also favor Lithuania, with 1.5 compared to Latvia's 3.6. In terms of organized crime, both countries have similar indices, but Lithuania has slightly better scores in areas such as human smuggling and arms trafficking. Overall, both countries are relatively safe, with Lithuania presenting a favorable environment for tourists.