Klaipeda

Klaipeda

Lithuania

Wander the amber-rich Old Town's cobblestone streets and visit the quirky Dolphin Museum, a unique cultural gem on the Baltic coast.

Currency Euro (EUR)
Language Lithuanian
Time Zone EET (UTC+2)
Best Time to Visit May–Sep
Typical Duration 7-14 nights
Price Range From $854 pp
Port Type Port of Call
Tender Port No

Gateway to the Baltic region and Lithuania's only seaport, offering access to medieval Old Town architecture and proximity to major Baltic capitals like Riga, Tallinn, and Stockholm.

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Ships typically depart around 5:00 PM
Usually about 9 hours ashore
Getting around:
Akropolis Klaipėda From clothing to groceries, houseware and everything in between. Shopping mall · ★ 4.5 · 21k Open · Closes 10 PM
Lithuanian Sea Museum The museum does have interactive activities, so the kids loved it. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 16k Closed · Opens 10:30 AM Tue
Curonian Spit National Park Lots of outdoors activities in a peaceful setting Tourist attraction · ★ 4.8 · 13k Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Dolphinarium of the Lithuanian Maritime Museum Definitely one of Lithuania’s most unique attractions! Aquarium · ★ 4.8 · 10k Closed · Opens 10:30 AM Tue
MOLAS A good shopping mall with loads of brands under one roof Shopping mall · ★ 4.5 · 9k Open · Closes 10 PM
Dino parkas Radailiai Price is very reasonable and everyone of us had something to do all day. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 7k Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
Maxima It can be preferred with its product variety and average prices. Grocery store · ★ 4.3 · 6k Open · Closes 11 PM
Hill of Witches Some statues are interactive and can be played with. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 6k
Gaisrinė | Restobaras Very delicious, excellent service, and a great atmosphere. Restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 4k
Studlendas It has everything you need and not 200 clothe stores everywhere you go Shopping mall · ★ 4.2 · 4k Open · Closes 10 PM
Мelnrage Beach Changing cabins, Lifeguards on duty, clean and warm sea water. Public beach · ★ 4.6 · 4k
Švyturys Brewery Cool atmosphere, very good food, so many choices of beer and friendly staff. Gastropub · ★ 4.7 · 4k
Pepper Grey The best food, drink, atmosphere and service. Restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 3k
Baltas Ruonis ... place with a lovely atmosphere, cool waiters, and delicious food! Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 3k
Kavinė Klaipėdos Senamiestis Everything is at a high level: taste, portions, staff. Restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 3k
BIG Beautiful shopping centre - a great place to spend a rainy day. Shopping mall · ★ 4.5 · 3k Closes soon · 9 PM
Second Melnragė Beach Beautiful, clean beach and lovely place to observe sunset Public beach · ★ 4.7 · 3k
ETNO DVARAS Amazing Lithuanian food for very reasonable prices. Lithuanian · ★ 4.3 · 3k
The Dead Dunes Worth the price of admission. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.8 · 3k Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Mon
Come Come The cappuccino was delicious, and the view was stunning. Cafe · ★ 4.6 · 2k
Sotus Vilkas Klaipėda Big portions, reasonable price, cozy atmosphere Family-friendly · ★ 4.5 · 2k
Minimelts park Entertainment, restaurants, activities. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 2k
Grandus Lots of parking spaces, good food, free toilet, supermarket inside Shopping mall · ★ 4.4 · 2k Closed · Opens 7 AM Mon
Friedricho pasažas Very tasty Lithuanian kitchen, nice atmosphere and very good service 10/10 Restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 2k
Viskas lietuviška Small family Lithuanian restaurant with great food and quick service. Lithuanian · ★ 4.6 · 2k Closed · Opens 11 AM Mon
Girulių paplūdimys Almost every evening im free, i head to visit the sea. Beach · ★ 4.6 · 2k
Klaipėda Sculpture Park Enjoyable walk in a sculpture/burrialpark. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 2k
IQ Baras Very chill atmosphere, very tasty food and reasonable prices Hamburger · ★ 4.6 · 2k
CASA DELLA PASTA - PC Akropolis The place is amazing, very cozy atmospheric and delicious food. Italian · ★ 4.7 · 2k
Meridian Beautiful design, well maintained, and great food quality. Restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 2k Closes soon · 9 PM
Senasis turgus Very beautiful market for fresh vegetables and fruits Market · ★ 4 · 2k Closed · Opens 7 AM Mon
Klaipėda Castle Great museum with a lot of interactive activities. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 2k Closed · Opens 10 AM Wed
monai High-quality food, attentive service, and tasteful decor. Restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 2k Closed · Opens 11:30 AM Mon
Prekybos parkas Liepu 81 good assortment of products and drinks Shopping mall · ★ 4.6 · 2k Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
DOCK craft beer and burgers Great cozy place with tasty food and a good selection of craft beer. Bar · ★ 4.6 · 2k
Momo Grill Delicious food, modern and stylish atmosphere, welcoming staff 👌 Grill · ★ 4.7 · 1k Closed · Opens 11 AM Mon
Museum of Clocks Very unique museum with educational value about time and time keeping. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 1k Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Ridikai Delicious food to a affordable price Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 1k Closed · Opens 11 AM Tue
10 tiltų Love this coffee place - calm, modern, nice interior, has a very chill vibe. Cafe · ★ 4.6 · 1k Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
MUDU: Restoranas Klaipėdos Senamiestyje Food, service and environment far exceeded expectations. Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 1k
XII The view is fantastic, food is delicious !! Restaurant · ★ 4.4 · 1k
Klaipėda University Botanical Garden But still there is enough things to spend 1-2 hours. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 1k Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
The Castle Museum Interesting exhibition and interactive experience. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 1k Closed · Opens 10 AM Wed
Pas Francesco Amazing food, reasonable prices and very professional service. Restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 1k Closes soon · 9 PM
Storas katinas Great food, great service (very caring and helpful!), great atmosphere. Restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 1k
Kavos architektai ... relaxing & elegant atmosphere & service, and superb coffee. Coffee shop · ★ 4.7 · 1k Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
Vero Cafe Great coffee, skilled baristas, nice little terrace and cosy inside Cafe · ★ 4.3 · 1k Closes soon · 9 PM
Rory pub Klaipėda Great food, great beer, great music, great atmosphere! Pub · ★ 4.5 · 1k
Supa miltai Reasonably priced, friendly service, and the food is good too! Family-friendly · ★ 4.7 · 1k
Smiltynės Beach Clean sands, free parking Beach · ★ 4.8 · 1k
Centrinis paplūdimys Beach · ★ 4.7 · 1k
Black Ghost (sculpture) Spooky sculpture of a hooded figure climbing out of the waters of the port! Tourist attraction · ★ 4.8 · 1k
Coffee King Great café — delicious coffee, cozy atmosphere, and excellent service. Coffee shop · ★ 4.6 · 1k Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
Restoranas XIX amžius Phantastic food and excellent service. European · ★ 4.5 · 1k Closed · Opens 11 AM Mon
Cremia - kepykla, kavinė, coffee shop, bakery, gelateria, dessert shop Nice coffee, pleasant staff, nice atmosphere. Dessert shop · ★ 4.1 · 1k Closed · Opens 9 AM Mon
Herkus Kantas Good range of local beers with live music on weekends & holidays. Bar · ★ 4.8 · 1k
Kurpiai Great atmosphere and music, good beer and delicious food. Jazz · ★ 4.7 · 1k
HOFAS New locaton by the river - cozy place with good food, music and a big heart. Bar · ★ 4.6 · 1k
Karklės paplūdimys Worth visiting, weather and tides plays important role. Beach · ★ 4.7 · 1k
The Magical Mouse Very small, but interesting and unique. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.8 · 1k
Mosso Bistro Killer combo - great food, beautiful atmosphere and an amazing service. Restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 0k Closes soon · 9 PM
GRASSO Excellent food, excellent wine and excellent service Italian · ★ 4.7 · 0k Closed · Opens 11:30 AM Mon
Museum of the History of Lithuania Minor Interesting for every one age. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 0k Closed · Opens 10 AM Wed
Smiltynės Paplūdimys Clean Beach plenty of relaxing chairs to use for free. Beach · ★ 4.8 · 0k
Giruliai nudist beach Just take off your closes and relax. Beach · ★ 4.4 · 0k
Jausmai kokteilių namai Professional bartenders, cozy atmosphere, quality coctails. Bar · ★ 4.7 · 0k
HERKAUS GALERIJA Cozy tiny mall Shopping mall · ★ 4.3 · 0k Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
ALBA Bistro The staff was exceptional, and the food and wine were all delicious. Italian · ★ 4.1 · 0k
Dirty Hands cocktail bar & kitchen Good music, nice service, tasty food and coctails. Bar · ★ 4.8 · 0k
HOME IDEAS CENTER NIC Klaipeda Shopping mall · ★ 4.4 · 0k Closed · Opens 10 AM Mon
Frau Kirsche | Restoranas Klaipėdoje The service is nice, the food is delicious, eapecially the breakfast. Restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 0k Closed · Opens 5 PM Tue
Grill London Beer's good, one of the best burgers that i had in my life. Restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 0k
Smiltynė nudist beach ... are into it, great spot to get some sun on to all those hidden spots. Nudist park · ★ 4.8 · 0k
Mermaid Klaipėda Like the Disney! Tourist attraction · ★ 4.8 · 0k
Musangas Delicious coffee, cozy atmosphere and very friendly staff. Coffee roastery · ★ 4.9 · 0k Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
Restoranas Primatas Really nice place in Klaipeda for lunch and dinner. Restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 0k Closed · Opens 11 AM Mon
City Port Excellent good and service Restaurant · ★ 4.4 · 0k Closed · Opens 8 AM Mon
Salamandra Very tasty food at very reasonable prices. Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 0k
Pets’ Beach Worth visiting, lovely beach a short drive from center. Public beach · ★ 4.6 · 0k
Sculpture "Old Town Post" Very nice sculpture 😊 Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 0k
Sip Wine Bar Very nice atmosphere, good wines, thx a lot for the evening! Restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 0k Closes soon · 9 PM
Old Town Cat Truly a once in a lifetime experience, well worth a special journey. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.9 · 0k
Saulėgrąža We had Greek salad, salmon, mushroom soup and the thick Ukrainian pancakes. Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 0k
R (Rėja) Coffee Shop The most tender cheesecake, amazing coffee, great atmosphere! Cafe · ★ 4.8 · 0k
Welcome to Klaipeda -Free Old Town Tour Klaipeda free walk tours did a great job. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.4 · 0k
EscoBar You can drink here some coctails or beer Bar · ★ 4.7 · 0k
Sap Pa Rod Cocktail Bar Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery Cocktail bar · ★ 5 · 0k

Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.

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About Klaipeda

Klaipeda serves as a vibrant port of call in the heart of Northern Europe's Baltic region, welcoming eight major cruise lines including MSC Cruises, Viking Ocean Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, and others. With 141 upcoming cruises and a strong presence during the peak summer months of May through September, this Lithuanian port is a popular stop on seven-night Baltic itineraries that connect Copenhagen, Riga, Stockholm, Tallinn, and Warnemünde. Whether you're embarking on a full cruise or enjoying a port day, Klaipeda offers convenient access to the Baltic's most sought-after destinations.

During your time in port, you'll discover a charming Old Town with colorful merchant houses and a rich maritime heritage that reflects centuries of Baltic culture. The nearby Curonian Spit, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, presents a striking natural landscape perfect for those seeking outdoor exploration. Shore excursions typically focus on these local treasures, allowing you to experience authentic Lithuanian character before your ship continues to the next exciting port of call.
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Reasons to Visit

1

Explore Medieval Old Town Charm

Wander through Klaipeda's beautifully reconstructed Old Town, featuring colorful merchant houses, cobblestone streets, and the iconic Theatre Square with its quirky Ännchen of Tharau statue. This compact historic district showcases Baltic architecture and offers charming cafés perfect for a leisurely morning stroll before returning to your ship.

2

Savor Fresh Baltic Seafood

Indulge in Klaipeda's exceptional seafood cuisine at waterfront restaurants serving fresh-caught fish, smoked salmon, and traditional Lithuanian dishes like cepelinai. The local catch—herring, cod, and flounder—reflects centuries of Baltic fishing heritage and pairs perfectly with local craft beers and rye bread.

3

Stroll the Scenic Curonian Spit

Take a short ferry to this UNESCO-protected natural wonder, a dramatic sand dune peninsula separating the Curonian Lagoon from the Baltic Sea. Walk among towering dunes, pine forests, and pristine beaches while spotting migratory birds—an unforgettable landscape shaped by nature and human history.

4

Hunt for Amber Treasures

Browse Klaipeda's numerous amber shops and markets, where local artisans craft jewelry and decorative pieces from Baltic amber, a fossilized resin found along these shores for millennia. Visit the Amber Museum or street vendors near the port to purchase authentic pieces and learn about this golden gemstone's fascinating origins.

5

Experience Local Market Culture

Visit the vibrant Central Market or Farmers Market to experience authentic Lithuanian life, sampling fresh produce, local cheeses, smoked meats, and handmade crafts. Interact with vendors, taste regional specialties like rye bread and pickled vegetables, and bring home genuine souvenirs reflecting Baltic traditions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Klaipėda Port?

Lithuania's primary seaport on the Baltic Sea, handling cargo and cruise traffic.

When is the best time to visit Klaipėda?

Late spring to early autumn offers pleasant weather and festivals.

What can you do in Klaipėda?

Explore the Old Town, waterfront, museums, and nearby Curonian Spit beaches.

How to reach Klaipėda Port?

Accessible by road, rail, and bus; the port area is walkable from the city center.