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Trakai Island Castle
A fairy-tale red-brick castle on an island in Lake Galvė.
Lithuania · Northern Europe
Lithuania
Baroque old towns, a lake castle and the Hill of Crosses
About Lithuania
Baroque old towns, a lake castle and the Hill of Crosses
Lithuania surprises at every turn — the largest baroque old town in Northern Europe at Vilnius, the storybook red-brick castle floating on a lake at Trakai, and the haunting Hill of Crosses with its 100,000 crosses.
Wander cobbled artists' quarters, kayak between islands, and walk the towering sand dunes of the Curonian Spit, a UNESCO sliver of pine and sea — a small Baltic nation with a fierce, soulful spirit.
Local Culture
Lithuania holds deep Catholic faith, a pagan-rooted love of nature, and a proud history as a once-vast medieval grand duchy. Folk song, amber, basketball passion and the bohemian Užupis republic in Vilnius all express its independent, creative character.
Travel Highlights
- Vilnius baroque old town
- Trakai Island Castle
- The Hill of Crosses
- Curonian Spit dunes
- Gediminas Tower views
- Region
- Northern Europe
- Language
- Lithuanian
- Currency
- EUR
Popular Attractions
Unmissable sights
The landmarks and natural wonders that define Lithuania.
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Vilnius Old Town
Northern Europe's largest baroque old town, a UNESCO gem.
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Hill of Crosses
A moving pilgrimage hill bristling with over 100,000 crosses.
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Curonian Spit
A UNESCO sand-dune peninsula of pine forest and sea.
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Vilnius Lanes
Cobbled streets, churches and the bohemian Užupis quarter.
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Trakai Lakes
Kayak the lakes around the castle and Karaim village.
Things To Do
Experiences & adventures
Curated activities to make your Lithuania story your own.
Old Town Walk
Baroque churches, courtyards and Gediminas Tower.
Castle & Lakes
Visit Trakai castle and kayak its lakes.
Hill of Crosses
A moving pilgrimage to the cross-covered hill.
Curonian Dunes
Walk the towering sands and pine forests.
Užupis Quarter
Explore Vilnius's quirky 'republic' of artists.
Food & Amber
Cepelinai feasts and Baltic-amber shopping.
Best Time To Visit
When to go to Lithuania
Seasonal weather at a glance to help you plan the perfect window.
Summer
Jun – Aug
17–25°C
Warm, green and long-lit — peak season.
Autumn
Sep – Oct
7–16°C
Golden old towns and crisp air.
Winter
Nov – Mar
-5–2°C
Snowy castles and cosy cafés.
Spring
Apr – May
6–17°C
Blossom and thawing lakes.
Food & Cuisine
A taste of Lithuania
Signature dishes and where to savour them.
Cepelinai
Zeppelin-shaped potato dumplings stuffed with meat.
Šaltibarščiai
Vivid pink cold beetroot soup for summer.
Kibinai
Karaim pastries filled with seasoned meat.
Rye & Smoked Cheese
Dark bread, smoked cheese and cured meats.
New Lithuanian
Sweet Root, Vilnius
Seasonal farm-to-table tasting menus.
Medieval Lithuanian
Lokys, Vilnius
Cellar dining of game and old recipes.
Karaim
Senoji Trobelė, Trakai
Lakeside kibinai by the castle.
Good to Know
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know before travelling to Lithuania.
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