Culture and Attractions
- Historical Sites
- Ninth Fort Memorial, Ninth Fort Museum (Žemaičių pl. 75)
- Religious Sites
- St. Michael the Archangel Church (Soboras), Kaunas Cathedral Basilica
- Annual Events
- Kaunas Jazz Festival (April), Hansa Days (May)
- Cultural Districts
- Kiemo Galerija (Yard Gallery) - street art courtyard on Ožeškienės g.
- Theater Venues
- Kaunas State Musical Theatre, National Kaunas Drama Theatre
- Local Markets
- Žaliakalnis Market (Zanavykų turgus) for fresh farm produce
- Music Scene
- Largo, Orixo, and Žalgiris Arena (for world tours)
- Street Art
- “The Wise Old Man” (Jonavos g. 3) - 440 sqm mural
- Cooking Classes
- Čiulba Ulba (culinary studio)
- Art Galleries
- Meno Parkas (Rotušės a. 27), Post Gallery
- Historic Buildings
- Sugihara House, Kaunas City Hall (The White Swan)
- Local Heritage
- UNESCO Interwar Modernist Architecture (Global Heritage List)
- Must-See Landmarks
- Kaunas Castle, Christ's Resurrection Basilica (roof access for views)
- Museums & Art Venues
- M. K. Čiurlionis National Museum of Art, Devils' Museum (Žmuidzinavičius Museum)
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Pažaislis Monastery and the surrounding forest trails at Kaunas Reservoir
- National Parks Nearby
- Dzūkija National Park (approx. 1.5 hours away)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Nemunas Island Park (Nemuno sala) and Panemunė Pinewood trails
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Aleksotas Hill (reached by historic Funicular) for Old Town panoramas
- Birdwatching Locations
- Nemunas and Neris river confluence (Santaka)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Kleboniškis Forest Park (designated picnic zones)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- DPD, Venipak, Itella (Smartpost terminal kiosks are everywhere)
- Tech Repair Services
- MTTC (M. K. Čiurlionio g. 16) or iFix
- Table Tennis Spots
- KTU Sport Center or public tables in Santaka Park
- Language Classes
- Kaunas University of Technology (KTU) Lithuanian courses
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Kaunas County Public Library (Radastų g. 2)
- Community Centers
- Kaunas Cultural Centre (Vytauto pr. 79)
- Gaming Lounges
- CyberX Arena (Savanorių pr.)
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Olympic Casino (Donelaičio g. 27)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €2,800 per m² (Example: 40 m² = €112,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €1,900 per m² (Example: 40 m² = €76,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €2,600 per m² (Example: 60 m² = €156,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €1,750 per m² (Example: 60 m² = €105,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €2,400 per m² (Example: 80 m² = €192,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €1,600 per m² (Example: 80 m² = €128,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 15% (Reduced rate of 0-5% for small companies/startups)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 15%
- Tax System
- Residence-based (Worldwide income for residents)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 20% (up to approx. €100k) / 32% (above that)
- VAT
- 21%
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, applicable to 50%+ controlled foreign entities
- Property Tax
- 0.5% – 3% of taxable value for commercial; residential varies by value threshold
- Property Transaction Tax
- Registration fees and Notary fees (approx. 0.5% - 1%)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Individual activity scheme (Individuali veikla) allows for 5-15% effective income tax after expenses
Essentials
- City
- Kaunas, Kaunas County, Lithuania
- Population
- 298,000
- Internet Speed
- Average 120 Mbps (Fiber optic is standard; Lithuania has one of the world's fastest public Wi-Fi networks)
- Currency & Banking
- 1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD. Major banks include SEB and Swedbank.
- Tap Water
- Drinkable (Extracted from deep underground, very high quality)
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F sockets
- SIM Card
- Pildyk (Tele2), Labas (Bite), or Ežys (Telia). 10GB for approx. €5
- Banking for Expats
- Revolut (Lithuanian IBAN), Wise, or SEB Bank for residents
- Accommodation
- Modern apartments in converted factories or Old Town lofts; approx. €500-€800/month
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, cards and mobile payments accepted almost everywhere, including small kiosks
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Booking.com, and local site Aruodas.lt
- Budget Accommodation
- The Monk's Bunk Hostel (Laisvės al. 48) - approx. €18-€25/night
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Old Town (Senamiestis) for medieval architecture and Vilniaus gatvė nightlife
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Žaliakalnis (for green spaces and modernist villas) or Naujamiestis (near Laisvės Alėja)
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Happスペース (Laisvės al. 51), Day pass: €15; Talent Garden Kaunas (Laisvės al. 59)
- Best Cafe for Work
- Vero Coffee House (multiple locations on Laisvės al.) or Caffeine Roasters
- Networking Events
- Kaunas IN business events and tech meetups at KTU Santaka Valley
- Social Events for Expats
- Erasmus+ and Internations Kaunas groups; ESN Lietuva events
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Bolt (very cheap and dominant), Uber
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Bolt Scooters, CityBee (cars, bikes, and vans sharing)
- Best Beach Nearby
- Kaunas Reservoir (Kauno marios) beach or Lampėdžiai lake beach
- Top Regional Airline
- Ryanair (Main base at Kaunas Airport KUN)
- Top International Airline
- Wizz Air, LOT Polish Airlines (via Warsaw)
- Highway Access
- A1 (Vilnius–Kaunas–Klaipėda) and Via Baltica (E67)
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Kaunas Railway Station (M. K. Čiurlionio g. 16)
- Public Transport Passes
- Žiogas app; single ride €0.70, monthly pass approx. €28
- Regional Travel
- Kautra buses or LTG Link trains to Vilnius (1h 15m) for €7-€10
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- LSMU Kauno Klinikos (Eivenių g. 2) - largest in the Baltics
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Yogi.lt (Laisvės al. 3) and Shanti Wellness Center
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Lemon Gym (Savanorių pr. 168), Gym+ (multiple 24/7 locations), Monthly €20-€35
- Laundry Services
- Speed Queen (Savanorių pr. 1) - self-service laundry
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Wolt, Bolt Food
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Cepelinai (potato dumplings) at Bernelių Užeiga (M. Valančiaus g. 9)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Moksha (V. Putvinskio g. 48) for Southeast Asian; Radharanė (Laisvės al. 40)
- Best Dessert Spots
- Spurginė (Laisvės al. 84) - legendary Soviet-era donut shop
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Akropolis Kaunas (Karaliaus Mindaugo pr. 49) and Urmas Shopping Town
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Pigu.lt, Barbora.lt, Amazon.de (fast shipping)
- Grocery Delivery
- Barbora (Maxima), LastMile (IKI)
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Vilniaus gatvė in the Old Town
- Local Brewery
- Volfas Engelman (Čiurlionio g. 5) - offers tours and a studio bar
- Wine Bars
- Godo (Laisvės al. 89) and Vyno klubas
- Street Food Stalls
- Food Hall in Akropolis or various kebab spots on Savanorių pr.
- Popular International Cuisine
- Talutti (Bourse/Tex-Mex), Jurgis ir Drakonas (Neapolitan Pizza)