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🕳️ Underground & CavesKaunasEasy access
Kauno Požemiai Underground Tunnels
Kaunas, Kaunas1-1.5 hoursBest: Year-round
A network of centuries-old tunnels beneath Kaunas Old Town, once used for storage, defense, and mysterious purposes — now partially accessible for guided tours.
Beneath the cobblestoned streets of Kaunas Old Town lies a hidden network of tunnels and cellars dating from the 15th to 19th centuries. These underground passages were originally built as storage cellars for merchants, connected over time into a labyrinth that served various purposes — from trade storage to wartime shelters.
Guided tours lead visitors through the accessible sections of this underground world, revealing vaulted brick chambers, connecting passages, and stories of the people who used them over the centuries. The atmosphere is genuinely eerie — low ceilings, damp walls, and dim lighting create an unforgettable subterranean experience.
Why Visit
Discover a hidden layer of Kaunas history beneath your feet. The tunnels provide a visceral connection to the city's medieval past that surface sightseeing cannot match.
Address
Kaunas Old Town
Admission
€8 guided tour
54.8972, 23.8861
Visitor Tips
- 1Guided tours must be booked in advance
- 2Wear warm clothing — underground temperature is constant
- 3Not suitable for claustrophobic visitors
- 4Tours in English available with advance booking