Things to Do in Kaunas
Discover 23 activities and experiences in Kaunas, Lithuania — from outdoor adventures to cultural events. Curated from real traveler recommendations.
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Dariaus ir Girėno Sports Complex
Home of [http://www.fbk.lt/index.php/komanda/fbk_kaunas/123 FBK Kaunas F.C.] and the only large athletics stadium in Lithuania. FBK Kaunas is the most successful football club having won 8 Lithuanian national football championships, 3 Lithuanian Football Cup titles after the restoration independence of Lithuania in 1990. Dariaus and Girėno stadium, located near the Ažuolynas park, is also used as [http://www.kaunasatc.lt/index.php?page=home&lang=en IAAF Accredited Training Centre] in Kaunas. Stadium capacity is up to 10,000 seats. Sports complex also includes adjacent '''Kaunas Sports Hall''', which had been the city's largest arena for sports and events before the 2011 opening of Žalgirio Arena (see below). Built in 1939, it was Europe's first arena built specifically for basketball. Capacity is 5,000. Nearby is the Lithuania's only institution devoted to higher education in physical education - '''Lithuanian Academy of Physical Education'''.
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- Perkuno g. 5
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Kaunas Reservoir Beach
Is situated on the shore of Pažaislis park near Pažaislis church and monastery ensemble. The water is almost the purest of all Kaunas beaches. Beach is reachable by car, taxi, or trolleybuses #9 or 12 (summer time only). Kaunas Reservoir is the largest Lithuanian artificial lake, created in 1959 by damming the Nemunas river near Kaunas and Rumsiskės. The reservoir supports the operations of the '''Kaunas Hydroelectric Power Plant'''. The reservoir also supports the operations of '''Kruonis Pumped Storage Plant''', which is situated near confluence of Reservoir with small Strėva river, at distance of about 25 kilometers east from Kaunas.
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Kart Racing Sports Center
Situated in the western part of Kaunas, Vilijampole district, Kart Center offers to the public small, open, four-wheeled karts fo leisure as well as for kart racing. Standard price for 10 min. of leisure '''Tony kart Viper''' limited to speeds of 60 km/h (37 mph) is LTL30 (€8,7). For kart racing center there is a kart school open on Sundays. Working hours:; closed on Mondays.
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- Raudondvario g. 105
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- Tu-Su 14-20
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Panemunes Park Beach
Is in the loop of Nemunas river on the shore of the brilliant Panemune Park. The beach is easily reachable on foot if start from shopping center "Molas" (K. Barsausko g.), you should go by A. ir J. Gravrogku g. and then by pedestrian bridge across the Nemunas river or by car or taxi from the city center. It‘s a popular place to visit.
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Legionas Paintball Club
Club offers to play, both for women and men, the paintball - game in which players fight to eliminate opponents by hitting them with pellets containing paint. The club also tender to spend leisure time by playing an airsoft. Both games are played in Kaunas Reservoir Regional Park, in the territory of Kaunas Fortress' 5th fort.
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- Europos av.34-62
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- Standard price for 3–4 hours of paintball is LTL45 (€13), for airsoft game LTL60 (€17,4).
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Elnias Golf Club
Set at Didziosios Lapes settlement, the first golf club in Lithuania, opened in 2000, is famous not only as sports activity, but also as a place where hundreds of deers are kept. Golf club is reachable if going by regional route #232 on the left side of Neris river from Kaunas' Vilijampole district to Zeimiai town.
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Kaunas Air Club
Why not explore Kaunas from the sky? You may order flights and parachute jumps from '''Kaunas Aeroclub'''. Flights with small planes or gliders, parachute jumping are available at Kaunas Darius and Girenas airport, accessible from the city central bus or railway station by taxi, bus #6 or minibus #51, 68, 105.
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Kaunas Yacht Club
Set on the shore of Kaunas Reservoir, near the beautiful Pazaislis park, club offers to rent everything for active water sports leisure - boats, yachts or pedalo; tennis courts, sauna, and conference hall are available. Nearby the comfortable motel '''Baltosios bures''' is established.
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- M. Gimbutienes g.35
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Lampedžiai Lake Beach
Is set in the western part of Kaunas. It is a small lake surrounded by Lampedziai park that attract a lot of locals in summer time. Beach is reachable by car, taxi, or buses #48 (runs from Kaunas castle bus stop) or #9 (runs from Silainiai residential district).
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Žalgiris Sports Club
For active travelers, universal sports complex offers 7 tennis courts (including 4 of them under roof), training sessions for fans of yoga, aerobics, basketball and karate. Massage, sauna, and coffee-bar are available.
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- A. ir J. Gravrogku g. 4
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- Mo-Fr 8-22, Sa, Su 8-20
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Žalgirio Arena
The largest indoor arena in the Baltics, with a capacity of over 15,500 for basketball and up to 20,000 for concerts. Since its opening, it has been home to BC Žalgiris, one of Europe's most storied basketball clubs.
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- Karaliaus Mindaugo pr. 50
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Ąžuolynas
Neighbouring to Dariaus ir Girėno sports center, there is a privately owned "Ąžuolynas“ sport center with 8 tennis courts, [http://www.azuolynospa.lt/about-us/ SPA procedures] and a gym available to the public.
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- Sporto g. 3
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Linija
One of the oldest wellness center in Kaunas offers swimming zone with pools and saunas, 3 floors of gyms, as well as 2 halls of group exercises. Additional services are available.
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- Taikos av. 44A
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- Mo-Fr 7-22, Sa-Su 9-21
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Marvele Stud Farm
Located near the western bypass of Kaunas ''Marveles žirgynas'' is a good choice for fans of horse-riding. To get the stud farm, from the city center, take a bus #18 or taxi.
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- Marveles g. 199
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- Tu-Su 10AM - 8PM
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Vytautas Magnus University Grand Hall
Located near the Laisves aleja and Vienybes sq. in the center of the city is home for various events, for instance, Kaunas Jazz festival.
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- S. Daukanto g.28
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Kaunas City Symphony Orchestra
Orchestra plays concerts at Kaunas Philharmonic which is set at the premise of former Lithuanian Parliament House.
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- L. Sapiegos g. 5
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Kauno Musical Theatre
Variety of classical opera and operetta plays in original language. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
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- Laisves aleja 91
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- Prices vary from LTL15 (€4.40) to LTL100 (€29).
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Kaunas Puppet Theater
Cosy theatre, plays for children with small museum of puppets inside. Located near Musical theatre.
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- Laisves aleja, 87A
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Notas Tennis Club
Situated in Aleksotas, near Darius and Girenas airport, tennis club tenders 6 tennis courts.
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- Veiveriu g. 151
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Kaunas Modern Dance Theatre Aura
Located in the Old Town. The only theatre of Contemporary art of dance in whole country.
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- M. Dauksos g. 30A
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Kaunas Chamber Theater
Located near Musical theatre, it is small, but yet well known drama theatre.
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- Kestucio g. 74A
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Exploring Kaunas: A Traveler's Guide to Activities
Kaunas rewards curious travelers with an exceptional range of experiences. Whether you have a weekend or several weeks, the city's 23 documented activities cover the full spectrum — architectural landmarks and world-class museums at one end, local neighborhood festivals and underground cultural scenes at the other. The activities listed on this page come from Wikivoyage contributors who have personally explored Kaunas and written detailed, practical descriptions to help you plan your visit.
The most rewarding way to experience Kaunas's activities is with company. Solo travelers who arrive without plans often find that meeting a fellow traveler at a hostel, cafe, or through the Nomax app opens up entirely new itineraries — a museum visit becomes a half-day exploration, a street food crawl turns into an evening of discovery, a day trip to a nearby site becomes an adventure. Kaunas has an active traveler community, and the city is designed to reward those who explore it with open curiosity.
When planning what to do in Kaunas, consider mixing well-known attractions with neighborhood-level experiences. The city's most photographed sights are popular for good reason, but Kaunas's character lives in its quieter corners too — the local markets, the parks where residents spend their weekends, the small performance venues where the next generation of artists and musicians are finding their voice. The 23 activities on this page include both categories, ordered by the richness of their traveler-written descriptions.
How to Get the Most from Kaunas's Activities
Timing matters in Kaunas. Many of the city's best attractions have shorter queues and better atmospheres on weekday mornings. Major cultural sites — museums, galleries, historic monuments — often run free admission windows on certain days or evenings; check before booking. Outdoor activities and walking tours are best enjoyed in the morning before the city heats up or fills with tour groups.
Budget-conscious travelers will find that Kaunas has a strong free-to-access layer. Public parks, open-air markets, architectural walking routes, and many community events cost nothing. The price information included with activities on this page (where available) helps you plan a realistic daily budget. A mix of free and paid activities across a week in Kaunas is entirely feasible for most traveler budgets.
For travelers who want to do more than just sightseeing, Kaunas offers organized activities through local guides, tour companies, and traveler apps like Nomax. Group activities — cooking classes, cycling tours, kayaking excursions, photography walks — are a natural way to meet people while experiencing the city. Many travelers who use Nomax in Kaunas coordinate these types of group experiences together, splitting costs and building memories that last beyond the trip itself.
Activities for Different Travel Styles
Not every traveler wants the same experience. History enthusiasts will gravitate toward Kaunas's museums, heritage sites, and guided historical walks that reveal the layers of the city's past. Outdoor and adventure travelers will focus on the parks, cycling routes, climbing areas, and day trips to surrounding natural areas. Food travelers will treat Kaunas's markets, restaurants, and food tours as the primary activities of each day. Culture seekers will fill evenings with concerts, theater, gallery openings, and street performances.
The 23 activities documented on this page span all these categories. Use the numbered list above to browse in order of description quality — longer descriptions generally mean more detailed, firsthand traveler knowledge. For each activity, the address and opening hours (where available) give you everything you need to plan your visit without needing to search elsewhere.
Connecting with Travelers in Kaunas
One of the best things about traveling to Kaunas is the community of international travelers already there. Backpackers, digital nomads, long-term expats, and short-trip tourists all share the same city at any given moment. Nomax makes it easy to find who is in Kaunas right now, see what activities they are joining, and coordinate plans. Whether you want a hiking companion, someone to split museum entry with, or a group for an evening out — the app connects you to people with the same itinerary in minutes.
Download Nomax before your trip to Kaunas to set your travel dates and start discovering who else will be there at the same time. The app is free, requires no subscription, and works across all the major traveler destinations worldwide — meaning the community you build in Kaunas often extends to your next destination too.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best things to do in Kaunas?
Kaunas offers 23+ activities and experiences for travelers. Top highlights include Dariaus ir Girėno Sports Complex, Kaunas Reservoir Beach, Kart Racing Sports Center, and much more. This page lists every documented activity in order of description quality, so you can find both the major attractions and the hidden gems.
Are there free things to do in Kaunas?
Yes — Kaunas has a strong selection of free activities. Public parks, open-air markets, walking routes through historic neighborhoods, and many cultural institutions offer free admission on specific days. Scroll through the list above and look for activities marked with free or no price information — these are often the city's most authentic experiences.
How do I meet other travelers while exploring Kaunas?
Download Nomax — a free travel companion app that shows you other solo travelers currently in Kaunas. You can join group activities, chat with travelers at the same spots, and plan outings together. Many travelers in Kaunas use Nomax to find companions for day trips, museum visits, and evening activities.
What activities can I do with travel companions I meet in Kaunas?
Kaunas has activities for every interest — guided tours, food experiences, outdoor adventures, cultural events, and nightlife. Use Nomax to coordinate with other travelers: join a group for a walking tour, split a day-trip cost, or simply explore the city together. The app makes spontaneous plans easy.
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Travel tips by Wikivoyage contributors (CC BY-SA 3.0). Content may have been updated since publication.
