Kaunas City Guide

Good local dishes like cepelinai and šaltibarščiai. International food and vegan options are growing. Some late-night places open in Old Town.

Bars, pubs, and clubs are active in Old Town and Vilniaus Street.

Developing specialty coffee scene with third-wave shops.

Tipping is optional but appreciated, 5-10% in restaurants and rounding up taxi fares is common.

SIM cards sold at the airport, operator stores (Telia, Tele2, Bitė), and kiosks. ID is needed. eSIMs available with Telia and Bitė.

Generally clean city with waste management and recycling programs.

Some pharmacies and convenience stores open 24/7. Limited 24-hour food options.

Supermarkets like Maxima, IKI, Rimi, and Lidl carry international products. Most open 8 AM to 10 PM and are open on Sundays with shorter hours.

Cards work in most shops and restaurants, but small markets and street vendors may prefer cash.

ATMs from major banks like Swedbank, SEB, and Luminor are easy to find. Check your bank for withdrawal fees.

Kaunas International School teaches in English; most others use Lithuanian. Check times and availability before applying.

Growing digital nomad scene with some co-working meetups.

Large parks and natural areas offer walking and shaded trails.

Safe running paths along rivers and parks with good air quality.

Gyms offer day passes and short memberships.

Tennis courts at clubs and public facilities; padel courts are growing in number.

Padel courts becoming more common, bookings usually online.

Several studios with various yoga styles; some classes in English.

Dojo and clubs for BJJ, Muay Thai, Boxing, Judo with some English-speaking instructors.

Skiing slopes near Vilnius or Ignalina, open December to March with rentals available.

Kayaking, paddleboarding, sailing, and windsurfing available on rivers and Kaunas Lagoon.

Surfing only available on the Baltic Sea coast with specific wind conditions.

No notable diving spots in Kaunas.

Public and private hospitals and clinics available. Kaunas Clinics has English-speaking staff. Pharmacies are common.

Tap water is generally safe to drink.

Many parks have playgrounds and kid-friendly cafés. Attractions include Kaunas Zoo and Lithuanian Aviation Museum.

Relatively safe but conservative with limited LGBTQ+ venues.

Parks and vets available; some pet-friendly places, check before visiting.