Practical guides to living in Kaunas
We research and maintain practical information for people building a life in Kaunas: choosing an area, renting safely, planning a budget, getting around, working, studying, and understanding the city's everyday rhythms.
Cost of Living in Kaunas (2026): A Realistic Monthly Budget
What it costs to live in Kaunas: a realistic breakdown of housing, utilities, groceries, transport, and other monthly essentials.
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Best Neighborhoods in Kaunas: Where Should You Live?
Compare central Kaunas, Žaliakalnis, Šančiai, Aleksotas, and other areas by transport, surroundings, everyday convenience, and lifestyle.
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How to Rent an Apartment in Kaunas: A Safe Step-by-Step Guide
How to find a rental in Kaunas, verify the person offering it, understand the contract, avoid scams, and document the handover.
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Kaunas vs Vilnius: Which City Is Better for Living?
A balanced comparison of Kaunas and Vilnius for housing, daily costs, work, study, transport, culture, and pace of life.
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Getting Around Kaunas: Public Transport, Walking & Cycling
A practical Kaunas transport guide covering buses and trolleybuses, tickets, apps, airport travel, walking, cycling, taxis, and driving.
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Everyday Food in Kaunas: Groceries, Markets & Local Dishes
Where to shop and eat day to day in Kaunas: supermarkets, markets, lunch specials, Lithuanian dishes, tap water, deposits, and budgeting.
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How to Make Friends in Kaunas as a Remote Worker
A practical guide to making friends in Kaunas through meetups, sports, board games, martial arts, events, and coliving community.
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Winter in Kaunas for Remote Workers: Staying Productive and Social
A practical guide to winter in Kaunas for remote workers: events, sports, gyms, daylight routines, community, and staying active.
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Remote Worker Wellness in Kaunas: Gyms, Cold Plunge, Parks and Community
Build a realistic wellness routine in Kaunas with gyms, Nemuno sala walks, outdoor courts, cold plunge sessions, and community at Sparta Home.
12 min readWeekend Trips From Kaunas Without a Car
Where to go from Kaunas by bus, train, car-sharing, or community carpool: Birštonas, Vilnius, Trakai, Druskininkai, Klaipėda, Nida, and more.
16 min readBest Places to Work or Study in Kaunas (2026 Guide)
Where to work or study with a laptop in Kaunas: compare cafes, libraries, and coworking spaces, including current prices and access notes.
13 min readColiving in Kaunas: What It Is and How It Differs From Renting a Room
A clear guide to what coliving in Kaunas actually means, how it differs from a room rental or dorm, and who it suits best.
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Where to Live in Kaunas for a Month or Longer: Rental, Dorm, or Coliving?
We compare monthly housing options in Kaunas, including short-term rentals, Airbnb, dorms, room rentals, and coliving.
11 min readWhat to See in Kaunas: The City's Main Attractions
A practical guide to Kaunas attractions, including the Old Town, museums, viewpoints, Pažaislis, and easy city routes.
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