Klaipeda Cruise Port
Klaipeda, Lithuania · Baltic
Cruise ships dock at Cruise Ship Terminal - Old Castle Port (Pilies uostas), Klaipeda.
Plan my port daysSmall, easy cruise port a short walk from Klaipeda's old town and the Curonian Spit ferry.
At a glance
Port summary
Ships dock at the Old Castle Port a few minutes from Theatre Square; the headline DIY trip is the pedestrian ferry to Smiltyne and the Curonian Spit.
Cruise dock
🚢 Cruise Ship Terminal - Old Castle Port (Pilies uostas)
The main cruise berth at Klaipeda's Old Castle Port, beside the castle and a short walk from Theatre Square and the old town. Larger ships may use nearby quays.
📍 Latitude: 55.706191, Longitude: 21.125819
See dock on port map →Getting to Klaipeda
From the cruise terminal to the city centre
Flat, easy walk to Theatre Square and the old town.
📍 Exit the terminal and follow signs to the old town
Pedestrian ferry to Smiltyne for the Sea Museum and Curonian Spit.
📍 Old ferry terminal (Senoji perkela) by the castle
Use the Bolt app for fixed fares; confirm card payment with street taxis.
📍 Taxi rank near the terminal exit
Local buses for longer hops; intercity buses to Palanga leave from the bus station.
📍 City bus stops a short walk from the terminal
Cruise-line shuttles sometimes run on busy days; usually not needed as the town is walkable.
📍 By the terminal when offered
Map & things to do
Money & payments
Cards are fine almost everywhere; carry a little cash for the ferry and small stalls.
Things to do
Theatre Square & Simon Dach Fountain
Short stop⭐ Highlight
Klaipeda's main square with the Simon Dach fountain and the Annchen von Tharau statue.
🕐 Anytime; lively on cruise days
Klaipeda Old Town Walk
Short stop🚶 Walk
Wander cobbled lanes, half-timbered houses and quirky hidden sculptures.
🕐 Morning before the day warms up
Stora Antis Restaurant
🍽️ Restaurant
Old-town cellar restaurant known for Lithuanian and European classics.
🕐 Lunch
Lithuanian Sea Museum & Dolphinarium
🏛️ Museum
Aquarium, sea life and a dolphinarium set in an old fort on the Curonian Spit.
🕐 Open daytime; check show times
Klaipeda Clock Museum
Short stop🏛️ Museum
Charming museum tracing timekeeping from sundials to modern clocks.
🕐 Late morning
Klaipeda Castle Museum
Short stop🏛️ Museum
History of Klaipeda's old fortress, shown within the surviving castle ramparts.
🕐 Late morning
Meridianas Ship & Dane Riverfront
Short stop📸 Viewpoint
Photogenic 1948 sailing ship moored on the Dane, ringed by cafes.
🕐 Golden hour
Martynas Mazvydas Sculpture Park
Short stop🌿 Nature
Leafy park dotted with Soviet-era sculptures on a former cemetery site.
🕐 Daytime
Curonian Spit & Smiltyne Beach
🌿 Nature
Pine forest, white dunes and Baltic beaches a short ferry ride from town.
🕐 Sunny days
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Plan my port days →Frequently asked questions
- Where does my cruise ship dock in Klaipeda?
- Your ship docks directly at the Klaipeda cruise terminal in Lithuania.
- Can I walk from the cruise port into Klaipeda?
- Yes. Klaipeda is walkable from the cruise port — many cruisers reach the city centre on foot.
- How do I get from the cruise port to Klaipeda centre?
- Typical options include On foot, Ferry, Taxi, Local bus, Shuttle bus. Durations and costs are listed in the transport section above.
- How much time do I need in Klaipeda?
- Plan for at least 3 hours ashore to see Klaipeda independently and return to the ship with a safe buffer.
- What currency is used in Klaipeda and are cards accepted?
- Klaipeda uses the Euro. Carry some cash for markets, taxis, and smaller vendors — cards aren't accepted everywhere.
- Is there Wi-Fi at the cruise port?
- Wi-Fi isn't reliably available at the Klaipeda cruise terminal. Consider a local SIM or your cruise line's data package.
- When should I be back at the ship?
- Cruise lines usually require all passengers on board about 30 minutes before scheduled departure. Confirm the exact all-aboard time on your daily programme.
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