City Guide
Vilnius Travel Guide
Neighborhood picks, practical transport, and what to book first.
Read guideLithuania Trip Planner
Visit Lithuania: What to do, where to go, when to visit
A practical guide for first-time visitors. Use this site to build a clear itinerary across Vilnius, Kaunas, the coast, and summer events.
Top Highlights for First-Time Visitors
- Walk Vilnius Old Town and climb at least one viewpoint for the skyline.
- Add Kaunas for architecture, riverfront walks, and a slower city rhythm.
- Use Klaipeda as your coast gateway, then continue to the Curonian Spit.
- Plan around daylight and weather, especially for nature-focused trips.
- For summer season travel, check live calendars and Water Music updates before booking.
Planning From Germany, Austria, or Switzerland
- Many travelers start from German-speaking Europe, so this site includes German-language pages and routing for /de/.
- Common departure hubs include Berlin, Munich, Frankfurt, Vienna, and Zurich; compare total travel time before booking.
- Lithuania is in the Schengen area, so border formalities are typically straightforward for most EU-based travelers.
Paluse and Ignalina Lakes Direction
- Add Paluse and the Ignalina lakes area as a nature direction from Vilnius.
- Key stops include Ginuciu malunas, Biciu muziejus, and Nacionalinis Aukstaitijos parkas.
- This direction is easy by train to Ignalina, regional bus links, or a rental car for maximum flexibility.
Essential Lithuania Guides
These pages cover the highest-intent planning questions so you can make decisions quickly.
City Guide
Kaunas Travel Guide
Old town, modernist architecture, and easy weekend planning.
Read guideCoast
Klaipeda and Coast
Harbor city base plus beaches and ferry links.
Read guideDay Trip
Trakai Day Trip
How to do Trakai smoothly from Vilnius in one day.
Read guideNature
Curonian Spit Guide
Dunes, bike routes, beaches, and practical transport flow.
Read guidePlanning
When to Visit Lithuania
Seasonality, weather tradeoffs, and best windows by trip style.
Read guidePlanning
Transport in Lithuania
Airports, trains, buses, and local move-around tips.
Read guideEvents
Events in Lithuania
Official event calendars and how to track live updates.
Read guideSummer Highlight
Water Music Festival
Summer season overview with official schedule link.
Read guideSeasonal Snapshot
Spring
April to May
Comfortable city walking and fewer crowds. Good for mixed city and day-trip routes.
Summer
June to August
Best for coastline, outdoor festivals, and long days. Book transport and stays early.
Autumn
September to October
Crisp weather and balanced prices. Great for food-focused city weekends.
Winter
November to March
Shorter days but festive city atmosphere in the holiday period and lower off-peak rates.
Quick Itinerary Ideas
3 Days
Base in Vilnius and do one day trip to Trakai. Good for first visits with limited time.
5 Days
Split Vilnius and Kaunas, then add Trakai or a coast transfer day.
7 to 9 Days
Vilnius + Kaunas + Klaipeda and the Curonian Spit, with room for events and beach time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days do I need for Lithuania?
A 4 to 5 day trip covers Vilnius and one more destination. For Vilnius, Kaunas, and coast time, 7 to 9 days is more comfortable.
Is Lithuania easy to travel without a car?
Yes. Intercity buses and trains cover the main routes, and local ride-hailing plus city transit make short urban trips easy.
When is the best time for events and outdoor travel?
June through August is the strongest period for outdoor events, coastline travel, and longer daylight.
Where should I verify event details?
Use official city calendars and organizer sites, especially for time-sensitive updates, venue changes, or ticket info.