Duration
3.45 HOUR
Activity Level
Moderate
Experience Details*
Step back in time as you explore Klaipėda, learning about the history of the Soviet era and visiting the Soviet Second World War memorial.
Pass through residential areas dominated by large apartment blocks built during Soviet times and dating as far back as Khrushchev.
Visit an amber factory and museum to discover the importance of Baltic amber. See craftsmen at work turning rough pieces of natural amber into elegant pieces of jewellery through cutting, polishing and baking. At the Amber Antique Gallery in Klaipėda Old Town, taste amber tea and learn about the amber trading routes, before exploring the narrow, cobbled streets.
At a glance*
Duration: Half day guided tour
Activity: Moderate level of walking
Transport: By coach and on foot
Why Book? For a fascinating insight into Soviet era Klaipeda and the amber making process.
Itinerary*
Soviet WWII memorial site (photo stop) > Drive through the residential areas built in Soviet times > Amber artisan`s workshop (visit) > Amber antique gallery (visit) Klaipeda Old Town (visit)
What's included*
Local guide
Entrance into Amber Factory
Entrance into Amber Antique Gallery
Refreshment of amber tea and traditional Lithuanian cake
Photo opportunities
Essential information
There is approximately 1¼ hours of walking on this tour, some of which is over cobblestones. There are around 10 steps to negotiate to enter the Amber Antique Gallery.