Klaipėda.
Klaipėda is Lithuania’s gateway to the sea and its only port. With its unique Fachwerk (half-timbered) architecture and German-influenced history, it offers a distinct maritime atmosphere that is different from any other city in the country.
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Hotels in Klaipėda
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Stay near the Old Centre for walking access.
Flights to Klaipėda
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Local Transport
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Guided Tours
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Free walking tours are a great first-day activity.
48 Hours in Klaipėda.
Day 1: Old Town & Sculptures
Theater Square & Old Town
See the Annchen von Tharau fountain and explore the German-style Fachwerk buildings.
Sculpture Hunt
Find the many small bronze sculptures hidden throughout the old town, from mice to ghosts.
Meridianas Ship
Dine or enjoy a drink near this iconic sailing ship docked in the Dane River.
Day 2: Seaside & Spit
Curonian Spit Ferry (Smiltynė)
Take the short ferry ride to the spit for a day of nature, forests, and Baltic beaches.
Lithuanian Sea Museum
Visit the museum and dolphinarium located in a 19th-century coastal fortress.
Melnragė Beach
End your day with a walk on the beach and watch the sun set over the Baltic Sea.
Where to Stay?
Old Town
MaritimeThe historical core with its unique architectural style and lively riverfront.
Smiltynė
WildPart of the Curonian Spit National Park, offering pristine nature and beautiful beaches.
Melnragė
CoastalA relaxed seaside district perfect for sunset walks and enjoying the sea breeze.
Local Secrets
The Black Ghost
Look for the spooky bronze figure emerging from the water near the historic swing bridge.
The Magic Mouse
Find the tiny bronze mouse and whisper your secret wish in its ear—it’s said to come true.
The Rotating Swing Bridge
One of the few manual rotating bridges in the world, still turned by hand to let boats pass.
Escapes from Klaipėda.
Nida
A picturesque fishing village on the Curonian Spit, famous for its giant sand dunes.
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