With some terrific day trip options in the surrounding area, having your own car makes good sense. Without one, it’d be much more difficult to soak up all that Jurmala, 40 miles away, has to offer. Kemeri National Park, Kmeri Forest house and Sulphur Water Spring Lizzard alone justify the drive. Don’t forget about Ventspils either! Just 55 miles away, Ventspils Beach, New Town Square and Livonian Order Castle are essential stops here.