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Best of Kaunas: A Modernism and Medieval History Self Guided tour

4.8(11)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 11 reviews2 hFree cancellationBy VoiceMap Audio Tours
Best of Kaunas: A Modernism and Medieval History Self Guided tour

About this activity

Explore the vibrant heart of Kaunas on this 90-minute self-guided walking tour, where history, art, and architecture come alive.

Begin at the Freedom Avenue Fountain and stroll through Vienybės Square past the Vytautas the Great War Museum. Admire the city’s modernist buildings and colorful Yard Gallery street art, then wander the cobblestone streets of Old Town with its Gothic churches, Renaissance merchant houses, and Choral Synagogue, the sole survivor of 35 historic synagogues.

Visit the Cathedral Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul, Town Hall Square, and the Palace of Dukes, before ending at the legendary Kaunas Castle.

Tour Highlights:

• Discover Kaunas’ UNESCO-listed modernist architecture.

• Explore medieval streets and historic landmarks of Old Town.

• Experience vibrant street art and cultural storytelling at the Yard Gallery.

• Stand at Kaunas Castle and learn its legendary tales.

What's included

  • ✓Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
  • ✓Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • ✓App for Android and iOS
  • ✓Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • ✓Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Not included

  • ✕Smartphone and headphones
  • ✕Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
  • ✕Food and drink
  • ✕Transportation

Meeting and pickup

  • The tour starts by the Freedom Avenue Fountain in the middle of Liberty Avenue. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

Good to know

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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