Things to Do in Kaunas

A 1.6 km pedestrian boulevard lined with linden trees, benches, sculptures, shops and cafes. The central spine of the city's old town.

🕐 Always open

💡 Walk from the church end towards the town hall—you'll pass the historical museum's free courtyard with its mosaic wall. Grab a 1-euro ice cream from the cart at the halfway point.

A quirky museum dedicated to devil-themed art and folklore. The outdoor courtyard with devil sculptures is free to view. The indoor collection costs 3 euros.

🕐 Outdoor courtyard: always open. Museum: Mon-Sat 10:00-17:00

💡 Even if you don't go inside, you can see the large devil statue and a few outdoor displays from the street. Go on a weekday to avoid school groups.

A 14th-century castle on the banks of the Nemunas and Neris rivers. You can walk around the grounds and exterior for free. The small museum inside has a small fee.

🕐 Grounds open 24/7. Museum: Tue-Sun 10:00-18:00

💡 Go at sunset for good light on the stone walls. The courtyard often hosts free concerts in summer.

The main square with the white town hall known as the 'White Swan'. The surrounding cobblestone streets are lined with cafes and street performers.

🕐 Always open

💡 Check the noticeboard near the tourist info booth—there's often a free walking tour starting from here at 11am on weekends.

A massive baroque monastery complex set in a quiet forest by the Kaunas Lagoon. The grounds and extensive park are free. The church interior costs a few euros.

🕐 Park: dawn to dusk. Church: Tue-Sun 09:00-17:00

💡 Bring a picnic and walk to the lakeshore—there's a sandy beach that's mostly empty on weekdays. Bus #34 from the centre stops right outside.