Top Kaunas Culture in 2026

Explore the vibrant heart of Kaunas on this 90-minute self-guided walking tour, where history, art, and architecture come alive. Begin at the Freedom Avenue Fountain and stroll through Vienybės Square past the Vytautas the Great War Museum. Admire the city’s modernist buildings and colorful Yard Gallery street art, then wander the cobblestone streets of Old Town with its Gothic churches, Renaissance merchant houses, and Choral Synagogue, the sole survivor of 35 historic synagogues. Visit the Cathedral Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul, Town Hall Square, and the Palace of Dukes, before ending at the legendary Kaunas Castle. Tour Highlights: • Discover Kaunas’ UNESCO-listed modernist architecture. • Explore medieval streets and historic landmarks of Old Town. • Experience vibrant street art and cultural storytelling at the Yard Gallery. • Stand at Kaunas Castle and learn its legendary tales.

Kaunas can sometimes feel overlooked by visitors. Take the mystery out of the city by exploring with a local on a private walking tour. This personalized experience lets you admire the exterior of landmarks, including museums, while learning about Kaunas’ history and culture. If you’d like to include a museum visit, your guide can adapt the itinerary to your interests—just let us know in advance. Your guide contacts you beforehand to understand your preferences, ensuring you experience the highlights and hidden treasures that interest you most. Perfect for families, solo travelers, or couples, this tour uncovers local gems and insider knowledge for a deeper connection to Kaunas.

Discover the history of the Kaunas IX Fort Museum during a guided tour. This experience offers introduction to one of the most important historical sites in Lithuania. Visitors can choose from three tour options: Kaunas Fortress Tour – focuses on the history of the fortress and includes access to the defensive wall, which is not open to visitors without a guide. Short Overview Tour – introduction to the Kaunas Fortress, the period of the Lithuanian hard labor prison, and the Holocaust, including access to the defensive wall. Holocaust Tour – focuses on the mass executions of Jews at the IX Fort and provides an overview of the Holocaust in Lithuania (this tour does not include the defensive wall). All tours last 1 hour and 15 minutes and cost 50€ per group. Please note that all visitors must also purchase entrance tickets at the museum ticket office: Adults – 8€ Discounts are available for children, students, and seniors.

During this tour, we will visit Kaunas, the provisional capital of Lithuania during the interwar period and now the second-largest city in the country. It’s worth exploring the Old Town, the castle grounds, and the modernist buildings while discussing pre-war independent Lithuania and the lives of its people. We will stroll through Kaunas Old Town, visiting the castle, cozy streets, the remnants of several churches, and the Old Presidential Palace. Kaunas modernism is unique and increasingly recognized, showcasing architectural innovation. We will take the historic funicular to enjoy panoramic views of the city. As part of the tour, we will also visit Pažaislis Monastery, an enriching experience that highlights the region's cultural heritage. I provide this tour from Vilnius, including pickup and drop-off at your hotel. If you are staying in Kaunas, I can meet you at your hotel for a convenient start to your adventure.

On this private tour, you customize your journey through Kaunas by choosing between medieval fortress history or 1930s avant-garde architecture at every major milestone. Your local guide adjusts the route entirely around your interests and walking pace as you explore the dramatic stories of Lithuania’s historical crossroads. Highlights : • Select Your Era: Choose between exploring a 14th-century castle bastion or 1930s Art Deco avenues. • Pick Your Stops: Decide whether to wander historical church vaults or a modern open-air street art gallery. • Control Your Pace: Move as quickly or slowly as your group prefers with a dedicated personal guide. • Choose Your Duration: Flex your total time between 2 to 4 hours depending on the route options you select. Please note: Total route variations depend completely on the specific options you choose when meeting your guide.

Discover the city on a private tour made just for you. On this 2 hours tour you discover Kaunas old town and get to know a romantic, cozy and mysterious city. Follow your guide and walk through Laisvės avenue, which has always been the most popular place for dating and visit the “White Swan”. You will also find out about the honeymoon and the love story of two young people – Aleksota and Kaunas. Your guide will reveal the secrets of Kaunas castle and old cloistral buildings, as well as Bona Sforza’s secrets and the recipe of Bernardinai fish pie. You also will try to solve mystery of the confluence of the Neris and Nemunas.

Get ready to hear some spooky stories including those of massacres, vandalism, and cruel punishments on this approximately two-hour tour of Kunas Old Town. This ghost tour also explores the medieval Kaunas Castle on the Nemunas River. Walk with your guide hearing stories of history, local legends, and secret ghost stories.