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Europe. Kaunas ( / ˈkaʊnəs /; Lithuanian: [ˈkɐʊˑnɐs] ⓘ; previously known in English as Kovno, also see other names) is the second-largest city in Lithuania after Vilnius, the fourth largest city in the Baltic States and an important centre of Lithuanian economic, academic, and cultural life.
- Go on a Kaunas FREE walking tour. As if by fate, I had planned my day trip to Kaunas on a Saturday. I was recommended to book a free walking tour of Kaunas with Vilnius by Locals that only happens there once a week!
- Admire Kaunas Castle. Having been to Trakai Castle in Lithuania, I have to admit, Kaunas castle didn’t impress me as much as all that. But, it is still a beautiful building that you can visit in the Old Town.
- Visit the Ninth Fort of Kaunas Fortress. Although a little way out of the main city of Kaunas, The Ninth Fort is something I would encourage every tourist to visit.
- Pop inside St Michael’s the Archangel Church. If you’re staying in Vilnius, you will have already experienced the fact that churches seem to be on every street corner.
Kaunas is one of my favorite cities in Europe and I’m surprised it’s still not as popular among tourists as it should be. With so many things to do in Kaunas, everyone will find something interesting for himself, whether it’s history, culture, architecture or the culinary scene.
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A view towards the Kaunas old town from the upper station of Aleksotas funicular. ©Augustinas Žemaitis. Kaunas is Lithuania’s second largest city (population 325 000) resting at the confluence of country’s two largest rivers, Neris and Nemunas.
- Ninth Fort. Lithuania's dark 20th-century history is poignantly told here, 7km north of Kaunas. Begin in the sombre, church-like gallery with striking stained glass…
- MK Čiurlionis National Museum of Art. One of Lithuania's oldest and grandest galleries, Kaunas' leading art museum (founded 1921) is the place to acquaint yourself with the dreamlike paintings…
- Sugihara House. Kaunas-based Japanese diplomat Chiune Sugihara (1900–86) saved around 6000 Jewish lives between 1939 and 1940, issuing transit visas to stranded Polish…
- Museum of Devils. This museum is devoted to the Devil, Lucifer, Satan, the fallen angel, the seducer, the cajoler, with over 3000 statuettes, carvings, masks and other…
Apr 15, 2022 · Kaunas is one of Lithuania’s best-kept secrets since most travelers just end up seeing Vilnius or Lithuania’s pristine coast. Kaunas certainly deserves its place among the country’s best sightseeing spots. There’s plenty to see in Kaunas including its beautiful Old Town, churches, cozy parks, and a wide range of great architecture.
From the city's unique take on Art Deco to the dynamic and vibrant street art that adorns many of the city's walls, Kaunas is a city for the creatively curious. Your perfect escape plan. First, take a flight to Kaunas Airport or arrive by bus or even by train, then jump in a taxi.
