See beyond the screen

Want to get over your fear of heights? There’s no better aversion therapy than standing on the 180-metre open-air platform at Vilnius’ famous TV Tower, one of Europe’s largest. And once you’ve got over the adrenaline hit, the view of the city is out of this world. See more

Looking to escape the noise of everyday life to surroundings of pure contemplation and peace? The Pažaislis Monastery situated on the outskirts of Kaunas emanates a sense of calm and beauty. And its gorgeously crafted exterior and interior can be marvelled at from different angles. See more

Have you been using your phone mostly for selfies the past year? Well, time to remember the panoramic function. You’ll definitely need it in Kaunas, where massive murals simply wait for someone to make them Insta-famous. See more

Vilnius doesn’t just have parks, it has whole forests! And to appreciate the scale of green on show, why not head to one of the city’s many spectacularly positioned observation decks. And if you’re really feeling adventurous, pull on your hiking boots and have a go at the 100km trail around the city. See more

The Lithuanian Sahara is what travellers call the narrow and wild Curonian peninsula. Home to sand dunes, pine forests and even a population of roaming moose, this place is filled with visual stimuli. Once there, don’t miss out on the magical vista that opens from the top of Parnidis Dune. See more

Looking for a landscape that’s more alien than urban, an escape to nature that you can really sink your senses (and body) into? Wetlands, marshes, and mires are a common part of the local landscape, and you can explore them safely through hundreds of metres of wooden walkway. See more

There’s no better vantage point to take in Lithuania’s stunning night skies than one of the country’s many viewing platforms. Built in some of the country’s most beautiful spots, they put you amongst the stars, and for a truly interstellar view, try Moletai’s UFO-shaped Ethnocosmology Museum. See more

There’s nothing more calming and at the same time amazing than the flow of a mighty river. When exploring the green side of Lithuania, make sure to visit the forested land of Dzūkija and take a long stroll along the snake-like river Merkys. Or take a canoe downstream and see how fast the landscape changes when you’re not sitting at home! See more