5-Day Lithuania Road Trip from Kaunas to Klaipeda and Vilnius and surrounding area

Your road trip adventure in Lithuania begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Kaunas. You’ll stay in Kaunas for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Kaunas has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Nemunas and Neris Confluence Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,797 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Kaunas, 2½ obuolio cider pub. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,424 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Kaunas is Vingiu Dubingiu Aludė. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,239 customers.

Locals recommend DIA as one of the best restaurants in the city of Kaunas. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,093 customers.

Kaunas also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Kaunas is rePUBlic No.1. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,978 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Kaunas is Kultura. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,640 customers.

Locals also enjoy Višta puode. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,777 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Lithuania!

Day 2 of your road trip through Lithuania gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Kaunas and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Klaipeda. You will stay in Klaipeda for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Kaunas is the amazing Kaunas Castle. This attraction is a castle that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,721 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible botanical garden, Vytautas Magnus University Botanical Garden. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,159 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Kaunas is the outstanding Draugystės Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,616 visitors.

The spectacular Kalniečių parkas is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,621 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic 9th Fort of the Kaunas Fortress. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,934 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Kaunas by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Lithuania. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Klaipeda, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try monai, one of the best restaurants in the city of Klaipeda. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,049 customers.

Locals also recommend Momo Grill as one of the best restaurants in the city of Klaipeda. Momo Grill is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 914 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Klaipeda is Kavinė Klaipėdos Senamiestis. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,906 customers.

After dinner, visit Meat Lovers Klaipėda, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Klaipeda. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,297 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Faksas. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,277 customers.

Alternatively, Senoji Hansa is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Klaipeda. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,341 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Lithuania!

Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the city of Klaipeda and the city of Trakai. You’ll stay in Vilnius for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Klaipeda today is Theatre Square. This excellent attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,827 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Melnrages Molas, an outstanding must-see tourist destination, in the city of Klaipeda. Around 3,293 travelers rated this attraction with 4.8 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see more of Lithuania, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Lithuania. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Trakai Island Castle for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Trakai. This popular attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 26,223 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Vilnius.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Vilnius, Ertlio Namas. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,087 customers.

Locals recommend Gaspars as one of the best restaurants in the city of Vilnius. Gaspars is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 757 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Vilnius is Etno Dvaras. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,864 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Vilnius, Alchemikas. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 909 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like NArauti. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

Būsi trečias is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Vilnius. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,858 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Lithuania with a toast!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in Lithuania, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Vilnius. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Kaunas. You’ll stay in Kaunas for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Vilnius’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Vilnius, start your day with a visit to the amazing Vilnius Cathedral. This much-appreciated cathedral and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,255 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Bernardine Garden. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 17,066 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Gate of Dawn to make the most of your road trip across Lithuania. The spectacular Gate of Dawn is a city gate that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,701 visitors.

The lovely Verkiai Regional Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 9,229 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Vingis Park. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 14,745 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Vilnius has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Kaunas. Kaunas offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Momo grill Kaunas. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,025 reviews.

The remarkable Žalgirio arena is another top restaurant in Kaunas we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,237 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous „Bella Italia“ is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,929 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Kaunas, the fantastic Mamma Pizza - Vytauto pr. 37. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,302 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Baking Mad Hidden Lab. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,370 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Pelėdinė. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,246 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Lithuania!

Day 5 of your road trip in Lithuania is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Kaunas before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Nemunas Island is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Kaunas. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,058 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Kaunas and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Lithuania.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Kaunas at Talutti - Tex-Mex before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,313 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Casa della Pasta for your last chance at a meal in the city of Kaunas. The Casa della Pasta restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,585 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try "Bernelių užeiga" senamiestyje. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,548 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Kaunas. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Lithuania!