For one day in Kaunas, base your itinerary in Kaunas Old Town: see Town Hall Square and House of Perkūnas, continue to Kaunas Castle, then take the Aleksotas Funicular for views over the Old Town. The route brings together historic landmarks and a riverside setting, with public transport available if you need it.
- Start with the Old Town’s Town Hall and House of Perkūnas.
- Walk to Kaunas Castle, at the confluence of the Nemunas and Neris rivers.
- Finish with the Aleksotas Funicular and its hillside observation deck.
- Kaunas public transport includes buses and trolleybuses.
Morning in Kaunas Old Town
Begin your Kaunas itinerary at Town Hall Square, then walk through the Old Town to House of Perkūnas. Both landmarks are close to Daugirdas Old City Hotel: House of Perkūnas is about a two-minute walk from the hotel.
House of Perkūnas and the Town Hall offer a first look at the historic centre before you continue toward the castle. For a route-focused introduction to the district, follow this walking guide to Kaunas Old Town.
Visit Kaunas Castle
Kaunas Castle is an Old Town landmark at Pilies g. 17, where the Nemunas and Neris rivers meet. Its history is commonly dated to the 14th century.
Allow this stop to anchor the next part of your walk, then continue toward the river confluence. The castle operates as a branch of Kaunas City Museum; this Kaunas Castle visitor guide covers tickets, hours and what to see.
Choose a museum or viewpoint
After the castle, choose between a museum stop in the Old Town and a view across it from the Aleksotas hillside. The Museum of Lithuanian Sport and the Museum of Medicine and Pharmacy are both in the Old Town.
If you would rather see the city from above, the Aleksotas Funicular links the old part of Kaunas with the hillside and an observation deck overlooking the Old Town. It has operated since 1935 and serves as both a transport link and an attraction. For more nearby cultural stops, browse this shortlist of museums near Kaunas Old Town.
An afternoon walk by the river
Spend the afternoon near the Nemunas and Neris confluence, where Kaunas Castle stands, then cross to the Aleksotas hillside for the observation-deck panorama of the Old Town. The funicular connects the two sides of this outing, combining a ride with the viewpoint.
The Aleksotas Funicular is at Amerikos Lietuvių g. 6. Its operating hours and fares should be confirmed before setting out, as the published schedules differ and current fare information is not confirmed. Check the official site before you go, using Kaunas City Municipality information for current details.
Practical timing and transport
The Old Town landmarks and castle can be visited on foot. For longer journeys across Kaunas, the city operates buses and trolleybuses. You must validate an electronic ticket each time you board.
Kaunas City Municipality provides route timetables and a fastest-route search for public transport. The Kaunas tourism transport page also describes the Trafi app for real-time traffic and timetables, and the Žiogas app for buying tickets. The Aleksotas Funicular schedule varies across published sources, so confirm its hours before making it the fixed point of your afternoon.
The four-star rooms at this Old Town hotel are an option for your Kaunas stay.
FAQs
Can you see Kaunas Old Town and the castle in one day?
Yes. Town Hall Square, House of Perkūnas and Kaunas Castle make a compact Old Town walking route.
What is the Aleksotas Funicular for?
It connects the old part of Kaunas with the Aleksotas hillside and an observation deck overlooking the Old Town. It is both a transport link and an attraction.
How do you validate an electronic public transport ticket in Kaunas?
Validate it each time you board a bus or trolleybus.
Where is Kaunas Castle?
Kaunas Castle is at Pilies g. 17 in Kaunas Old Town, at the confluence of the Nemunas and Neris rivers.