Lithuania travel guide
First-trip itineraries for Vilnius, Kaunas, and the Baltic coast, with food picks, transport details, and travel costs in five languages.
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Traditional Lithuanian cuisine
Cepelinai, cold beet soup, kibinai, kepta duona, and šakotis. The five dishes that define Lithuanian cooking, with where and how to try each.
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Vilnius city guide
What to see, where to eat, and how to spend three days in Lithuania's baroque capital. UNESCO Old Town, Užupis, Trakai, and the cafe scene that holds it together.
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Curonian Spit guide
UNESCO sand dunes, fishing villages, and 50 km of pine forest along the Baltic. How to get there from Klaipėda, what to see, and where to stay.
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Compare hotels in Vilnius, Kaunas and Klaipėda.
Tours and experiences
Book guided walks, food tours and day trips.
Frequently asked questions about Lithuania
When is the best time to visit Lithuania?
Late spring to early autumn is the easiest season for first-time visitors, with mild weather, long daylight and the busiest cultural calendar. Winter can also be rewarding for Christmas markets and a quieter city break.
How many days do you need for Lithuania?
A first trip usually works well in four to seven days. That gives you enough time for Vilnius, one more city such as Kaunas or Klaipėda, and at least one food or nature experience.
What is Lithuania best known for?
Lithuania is especially known for Vilnius Old Town, basketball, amber, song festivals, the Curonian Spit and hearty traditional dishes such as cepelinai and cold beet soup.