Lithuania, officially the Republic of Lithuania, is a country in the Baltic region of Europe. It shares its border with Estonia, Latvia, Belarus, and Poland. Lithuania is a lovely place to visit and offers everything from Gothic, Renaissance, and baroque architecture to stunning natural landscapes and ancient culture. No doubt it is an exciting destination to explore in the Baltic region. Vilnius is Lithuania’s capital, a compact and walkable city. The best thing about Vilnius is that you can visit it in one day.
Lithuania is a relatively safe place to visit, with a low crime rate. There are, however, certain locations and areas where the risk is slightly greater, particularly after dark. Various crimes occur near the train and bus stations; avoid these areas late at night. Most reports of crime come from Old Town Vilnius. As the main tourist point, it leads to an influx of criminals. Pickpocketing and thefts from unattended coats, purses, and bags, or those on the backs of chairs at restaurants/cafes are the most common threat.
AÂ Recent Report is beneficial before a visit to Lithuania.
Transportation – Public transportation (e.g. bus, trolleybus) generally provides reliable, safe, and economical services. The bus service consists of a network of lines serving Vilnius and the suburbs. Additional urban transport systems include a transnational train system. I used the bus from the airport to the city center with for 1€ ticket.
Taxi and ride-hailing companies generally provide reliable, safe, and economical services. Avoid independent cabs that do not display a company name prominently.
Baltic Region, roads lead to Latvia from Lithuania, Estonia, and Belarus. It offers a good opportunity to visit the three Baltic States by car or Bus in one trip. I traveled to these countries by Lux Express.
Accommodation – A hostel dormitory bed starts around €10.
I stayed in The Mikalo House in downtown Vilnius. By staying there I can recommend it.
Other sites to plan and choose your accommodation might be Booking.com, Air BnB, Agoda, or Hostelworld. However, when you’re looking for a hostel, do your research, read reviews to get a feel for the place. and book somewhere that suits you
Food and local Dishes -With Lithuania being part of the Baltic region in Europe, Lithuanian cuisine truly reflects its culture and suits its climate.
Suggested daily budget – Lithuania is a good choice for Budgeting travelers. For Backpackers, a suggested budget must be under 50€. It includes a bed in a dorm(10€), a portion of basic food(10~20€), and public transport within the city Pass(18€) with added site seeing.
Vilnius is the capital and the largest city of Lithuania. I visited this beautiful Baltic city without any proper plan. Initially, I was at the northern city of Tromso in Norway for Northern lights. Unfortunately, I couldn’t get the chance to meet with Aurora. In addition, the next few days...
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