Lithuania | Melting Pot of Culture and Heritage

Lithuania is peaceful, yet lively, full of history & culture. It is utterly eclectic.

It’s a baroque masterpiece.

A Baltic fantasy.

Europe’s best kept secret is an unspoiled beauty.

Lithuania –

adventure awaits

Lose yourself in the culture. Find yourself in the wilderness.

Lithuania is made for adventure.

Wander through enchanting woodlands. Bask in the sea breeze. Endless midsummer days make this nation a traveler’s paradise.

But that’s not all.

Its capital, Vilnius, is an eruption of Scandinavian culture. From the remarkable medieval churches of the Old Town to the dynamic streets of Užupis, there’s something for everyone in this captivating city.

Where will the journey take you?

Uncover the rich legacy of Trakai Castle. Observe the divine spectacle that is the Hill of Crosses. In the hot air balloon capital of Europe, the sky’s not the limit – it’s just the beginning.

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Practical information

This information can be useful when traveling to this beautiful country

Climate

Lithuania enjoy a temperate climate. July is usually the warmest month with an average temperature of around 19°C while January is the coldest month with an average of around -2°C.

Public Transport

Vilnius offers a good public transportation system consisting of busses and trolleybuses. However due to its size, it is very easy to see the city by foot.

Internet

Cities are teaming with internet cafes, while smaller towns and villages provide over 500 public internet access points in libraries, post offices and tourist information centers. Access points are marked with an “@”.

Money

Lithuania adopted the Euro in 2015. The previous currency was Lithuanian Litas.

Shopping

Vilnius is divided in two main shopping areas. Visitors looking for antiques, amber, souvenirs and art will find the Old Town interesting while Gedimino is the place for more high-end shopping.

VAT Refunds

Citizens and residents of a country outside the EU can claim a Value Added Tax (VAT) refund when shopping in stores with “tax free shopping” signs. A minimum purchase per shop is required. When approaching the refund point, please make sure that you have the following with you: Your goods, your Global Blue tax-free form, your passport/ID.

Activities

Hill of Crosses

Visit the famous landmark in Šiauliai in Northern Lithuania and see the popular pilgrimage site which is home to over 100,000 wooden and metal crosses.

Hot Air Balloon ride

Admire beautiful landscapes from above on an iconic Hot Air Balloon ride. The sky's the limit!

Christmas Markets

Nothing gets you into the Christmas spirit quite like a Baltic Christmas Market. Stroll around beneath the Christmas lights and enjoy festive treats such as mulled wine.

Trakai Castle

The moated castle located on a small island and surrounded by the beautiful nature of Lithuania should not be missed!

Vilnius Cathedral

The Cathedral Basilica of St Stanislaus and St Ladislaus of Vilnius is the main Roman Catholic Cathedral of Lithuania. It is the heart of Catholic spiritual life in Lithuania.

Did you Know?

This information can be useful when traveling to Lithuania

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The 3.6 million Lithuanians speak one of the oldest and existing languages of the Indo-European category
Amber is a crucial part of Lithuanian identity and culture: The famous Amber Road stretches 99km along the entire seaside of the country
Lithuanians cherish and preserve their traditions: UNESCO has labelled their Song Festival as the “Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity”
The capital Vilnius is a city of churches. There are about 40 churches of different architectural styles, each with an interesting story to tell
From Gothic to Classic: Almost all styles of architecture can be found in Vilnius
Lithuania is known for having the most hot air balloons in the world

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