Top Klaipeda Day Trips

This tour is a great opportunity to learn more about Klaipeda and the most popular seaside resort in Lithuania – Palanga. Klaipeda, previously known as Memel, has preserved a cozy old town with visible traces of the German culture. A professional tour guide will not only take you to the most interesting sites, but also tell many extraordinary stories about the eventful past of the city. On your way, you will pay a visit to the famous Annie of Tharau sculpture in the Theatre square, explore unique timber-frame houses, see the Old City Hall and check out other local landmarks. After the stroll around Klaipeda, we will be heading to Palanga. White sandy beaches, long pedestrian promenade which leads onto a bridge to the sea, and the Amber Museum located in the historic Tiskeviciai Palace make Palanga exceptionally appealing to tourists from all over the world.

The main attraction of the tour is Cold War Museum near Plateliai. Cold War Museum is located in the former Soviet Union`s complex of ballistic missile silo launch. Since 1963 up to 1978, there had been deployed four medium- range ballistic missiles SS-4, armed with 2-megaton power thermonuclear warheads. These missiles, together with the nearby terrestrial platforms of analogue missile launching, had created a common Soviet nuclear armament group in Lithuania, which was able to destroy all the Europe.

Approach, observe and admire landscapes of Untouched Sand Dunes which lie in Naglių strict nature sanctuary at Curonian spit which is listed as UNESCO world heritage site. Your local guide will lead you in a small group of canoe paddlers 9 km along array of the biggest and highest dunes in Europe, where walking is forbidden. You will observe the wildlife from close distance without disturbing it. In wind favoured conditions you might get lucky to admire Sea Eagles which love to use thermal winds comming up from the land.

Experience the UNESCO World Heritage site of Curonian Spit National Park, where the elements carved out this narrow strip of land over millions of years, on this small-group canoe tour. Discover migrating dunes, wildlife, and old fishing villages, as you make your way to the Pervalka Lighthouse. Glide through the waters on a cedar canoe, indulge in a delicious picnic, and immerse yourself in the beautiful scenery over the course of the day.

Experience the beauty of Zemaitija National Park in Lithuania with a small-group canoeing tour. Meet your guide and set out on a full-day expedition in a handmade cedar strip canoe. Paddle along the deepest lake in the region and admire views of the forest and clear waters. A gourmet picnic is included in this excursion.

When in Klaipeda, one of the most thorough ways to explore the Curonian Spit without missing any of it is to book this private tour. Your guide and driver take care of all the logistics so you don’t need to navigate or stress out on the details. Sit back and relax in your minibus or car while you visit hotspots like Amber Bay, the Dead Dunes, Thomas Mann Museum, and much more, all the while hearing local legends from your guide.

Feel cradled in a unique interplay of mysterious travelling dunes, green pastures, pine-tree forests and fantastic sea views of Klaipeda. Walk on 'Hills of Witches' and get an insight into writing compelling stories at a Noble prize-winning (Thomas Mann) author's home. Explore the villages of Juodkrante and Nida. See the Great Parnidis Dune and the Dead dunes near the fishermen village of Pervalka. Also, marvel at the Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Lithuanians are the last pagans on this continent. Paganism began to disappear in Lithuania at the end of the 14th century when Lithuania’s rulers accepted Christianity. The Baltic tribe Samogitians held on the longest – they only converted in the 15th century. Nowadays you can find Lithuanian sacral places in the pilgrimage routs. A private tour of religious sites with an expert guide will make the most memorable day and you will enjoy the blend of traditional and modern sights.

Discover the stunning beauty and rich cultural heritage of Klaipeda and the Curonian Spit with our expertly guided shore excursion. From massive dunes and charming seaside resorts to fascinating museums and noteworthy attractions, this is one of the most unique and unforgettable tours in Europe.

Take in the sights of Palanga and visit its famous Amber Museum on this full-day private tour of the Baltic resort town. You’ll learn all about the formation and history of amber while viewing the museum’s impressive collection of the Baltic gem. Afterwards, enjoy the surrounding botanical garden and visit some of the city’s historic landmarks. Round-trip transfer from Klaipeda, including pickup directly from select hotels, makes this an easy day trip.

If you're traveling one way from Klaipėda to Riga, we offer a scenic and culturally rich route filled with history and charm. Begin your journey with a visit to the Hill of Crosses, a deeply spiritual site where thousands of crosses stand as symbols of faith and resilience. Continue to Rundale Palace, the “Baltic Versailles,” and walk through its grand halls and elegant gardens that tell stories of 18th-century nobility. Before arriving in Latvia’s capital, explore the medieval Bauska Castle, where two rivers meet beneath ancient walls. This transfer is more than a ride — it’s a cultural adventure ideal for curious travelers, couples, and families eager to experience the Baltics beyond the usual route. Enjoy a comfortable 7–8 hour trip with a professional driver, complete with complimentary still water, coffee and WC breaks, and local lunch recommendations, before being dropped off directly at your accommodation in Riga.

Lithuania is a heaven for health lovers, with its fresh air, green cities and unspoilt nature. Everything you can find in one of the oldest Palanga resort. This is the country’s largest seaside resort town that occupies a 25 km zone along the Baltic Sea.

Lithuania Minor or Prussian Lithuania is a historical ethnographic region of Lithuania. This region has different traditions as it was influenced by the Teutonic Order, the Duchy of Prussia, and the German Empire. The wheel of history has turned, but signs of the times remain. This is where the best shipbuilders and net weavers live; this is where the most fish are caught, and the best fish soup is made. In this private tour, you can taste the most authentic local bites of the traditional and modern Lithuanian cuisine and discover culture of the unique Lithuania Minor region.