Walking Tour in Palanga - Capital of Amber
In Klaipeda
From
£87
pp
3h 0 mins · 4.7 (3)
Explore the seaside resort of Palanga on a guided 3 hours walking tour through its rich culture. Visit the Amber Museum, watch an amber polishing demonstration, beautiful botanical park, Neo Gothic church and Birute hill. Watch an Amber Museum, which has one of Europe's largest collection of inclusions. Visit Palanga town, beautiful botanical park, Gothic church, amber museum, Birutes hill, impressive bridge leading right into the sea. Watch an amber polishing demonstration and learn about Amber.
Private tour
What's included
- Professional local guide
- Visit to Amber Chamber for an amber polishing demonstration
- The travel paperwork documentation
- Excursion - entertainment program (in the description)
What's not included
- Tour at paid attractions: tourists payfor all in (*) selected objects
- Meals
- Medical insurance
- Personal expenses, gratuities to local guides and drivers, beverages, and other expenses not mentioned
- Note! You will have to pay extra for permission to take pictures and videos of certain objects
Itinerary
- Explore one of the most beautiful seaside resorts will starting from the Amber Museum*, which was founded in 1963. It's been Tiškeviciai Manor house. It has more than 29 000 exhibits. Amber Museum has one of Europe's largest collection of inclusions. There is the largest protected Ginara block - Solar Stone - weighing 3.5kg ~. Expert claim it to be worth approximately 1.5 million litas. (1h 0min)
- Botanical Park is one of the most beautiful and richest estate parks surrounding the Amber Museum and Birute’s Forest area. This is one of the most visited places of Palanga, in which vacationers stop, by here to enjoy seasonal flowers and springing fountains. The park is rich with sculptures. (35 min)
- Birute’s hill. This is the highest dune on the beach in Palanga. The Bridge of Palanga and J.Basanavicius Street. The street is almost 500 meters long and it ends at the shore of the Baltic sea where you can see the The Palanga Bridge. The Street is as a symbol of Palanga, constantly cleaned, restored and very treasured. There are many souvenir shops, cafes, bars, night clubs, recreational areas on Basanavicius street. (35 min)
- At the end of this tour visit and see the demonstration of amber processing workshop located in Amber craftsmen guild members. There you see demonstrate amber processing technology from a simple piece of amber up to full production of the product, that will be able to do by yourself. You'll also be able to buy cheaper amber souvenirs. (35 min)
Meeting & end point
Meeting point
Vytauto g. 17, Palanga 00135
End point
Vytauto g. 17, Palanga 00135
Practical information
- Operated by
- Travel in Baltics
- Travellers per booking
- 1–15
- Languages
- de, ru, en
- Confirmation
- INSTANT
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Important notes
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Amber Museum: Closed on Mondays and public holidays
Frequently asked questions
This tour lasts approximately 3 hours. Allow a little extra time at either end if you need to transfer between the ship and the excursion meeting point.
The excursion price typically covers transport, a qualified guide, and the activities listed in the description above. Meals, gratuities, personal shopping, and any entrance fees not mentioned in the description are usually paid separately on the day.
Age and fitness guidance for this excursion is not specified in the data we hold. The tour description above is the best guide — if you have any specific concerns, contact your cruise line's excursion desk before departing the ship.