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10 Tourist Spots to Visit and Fun Things to Do in Trakai

Trakai is a city in Lithuania. The city is surrounded by lakes and the best places to visit in Trakai are situated either in the lakes and around it. You can expect to see palaces, castles, manors and museums while exploring this city. You can also enjoy forests, lakes, hiking, boating and many outdoor things to do in Trakai. The city has an almost unearthly surroundings. One of the best ways to begin Trakai sightseeing is with a hot air balloon ride. Lake Galve with its many islands is a marvelous sight.

The biggest one of Trakai attractions is the city’s eponymous castle. The Trakai Castle sits in the middle of the lake on an island. There are also more castles and manors to explore on the periphery of the same lake. The entire collection of lake, islands and castles falls under Trakai Historical National Park. Majority of the things to see in Trakai are covered in this park. Another major historical aspect of this city is the Ethnographic museum dedicated to Karaite people. This is city is one of the very few places where you will get to know about this sect of Judaism and hence is among important Trakai tourist attractions.

Besides history, you can explore a variety of activities and adventurous activities in Trakai travel like kayaking, canoe ride, hot air balloon ride, boat cruise, hiking and more. On cultural side, you should definitely try out the food here. The city is the place of origin for Trakai Kibinai Pastry, a desert preparation with a variety of fillings. It has been an attraction in the city since 14th century and you should not miss out on it when you visit Trakai.

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The Best 10 Tourist Places to Visit in Trakai

1. Trakai Island Castle (Trakų salos pilis)

This castle is definitely top among Trakai attractions. It is well known for its Gothic architecture as well as its mystical location on an island between the lake. There is much to explore inside this castle so you will need at least 2 to 3 hours here from Trakai travel.

Trakai Island Castle

2. Trakai Peninsula Castle

This castle sits at the southern side of Lake Galve and was built during the 1300s.  If you are wondering what to see in Trakai aside from the city’s eponymous castle, this is the place to visit. You will need about an hour for this historical fortress.

Trakai Peninsula Castle

3. Trakai Historical National Park

This historical national park is home to several interesting places to visit in Trakai including historical buildings, lakes and forests. You would need a full day to cover all attractions in this park.

Trakai Historical National Park

4. Old Trakai Castle (Senieji Trakai Castle)

Also known as Senieji Castle, it was built by the Grand Duke Gediminas who made Trakai the capital of Lithuania during his reign. Though not as elaborate in architecture as other royal buildings, this castle is still an important part of Trakai sightseeing and its history. You will need an hour for the old castle.

Old Trakai Castle

5. Trakai History Museum, Karaite Ethnographic Exhibition

This museum is dedicated to the history of the region and the history of Karaite people, a Jewish sect which originated in Baghdad. You will need an hour for this museum when you visit Trakai.

Trakai History Museum

6. Church of Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary

This church was founded under Grand Duke Vyautas in the 15th century. It is known for its Baroque alter and gothic architecture. The ecclesiastical art collection of this church is also among the most wonderful things to see in Trakai. You will need an hour or so for this church.

Church of Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary

7. Kenesa Prayer House

This wooden prayer house is one of the last surviving works of Karaite architecture. You will need 30 to 45 minutes for this prayer house.

Kenesa Prayer House

8. Lake Galvė

This lake is the top attraction for outdoor things to do in Trakai like hiking, kayaking, boat cruises and more. The lake has 21 islands including the one where Trakai castle stands. You will need at least 3 hours to explore this lake with content.

Lake Galvė

9. Užutrakis Tiškevičių Manor (Užutrakio dvaras)

This manor house sits on the northern side of Lake Glave opposite to the Trakai castle. The manor has an interesting history of being passed from one family to another, which in a way tells the story of the region as well. You will need about an hour from Trakai travel to explore this manor.

Užutrakis Tiškevičių Manor

10. Akmena Lake Beach

If you are looking to chill after a lot of Trakai sightseeing, then come here to cool off. The beach offers boat rides, hot air balloon rides, birdwatching and several other activities. You can easily spend a couple of hours at this Trakai beach.

If you are looking for more places to visit in Trakai, check out the sections below.

Things to do in Trakai

Monuments, Museums & Historical Places to Visit in Trakai

  1. Trakai Island Castle
  2. Trakai Historical National Park
  3. Uzutrakis Tiskeviciu Manor
  4. Trakai History Museum
  5. Peninsula Castle
  6. Trakai Old Castle
  7. St. Virgin Mary Church
  8. Orthodox Church of the Nativity of the Theotokos
  9. AJ Sokolado Sculpture Museum
  10. Karaite Ethnographic Museum
  11. Lentvaris Manor
  12. Count Tyszkiewicz Lentvaris Manor

Nature & Wildlife Tourist Spots in Trakai

  1. Lake Galve
  2. Pilies Sala Lake
  3. Tororiskiu Ezeras Lake
  4. Varniku Pazitinis Takas Forest
  5. Lake Babrukas
  6. Skaistis Lake
  7. Akmena Lake
  8. Piliskiu Ezeras Lake
  9. Lake Baltis
  10. Margis Lake
  11. Birva Lake
  12. Sulininku Ezeras Lake
  13. Alsakys Lake
  14. Ciuksiu Ezeras Lake
  15. Lukna River
  16. Viesai Lake
  17. Lentvario Lake
  18. Didziulis Lake
  19. Ilgutis Lake
  20. Varene Lake
  21. Pazintinis Takas Forest
  22. Vilos Upelio Krioklai Parkingas Waterfall
  23. Monaitis Lake

Entertainment & Leisure Tourist Spots in Trakai

  1. Hill of Angels
  2. Trakai Mound
  3. Dino Amusement Park

Shopping in Trakai

  1. Gintaro Parduotuve Mall
  2. Traku Krasto Tradiciniu Amatu Center

Beaches & Island in Trakai

  1. Akmena Lake Beach

Offbeat Places & Adventure Activities to Do in Trakai

  1. Hiking
  2. Kayaking
  3. Boat Ride
  4. Swimming
  5. Canoe Ride
  6. Hot Air Balloon Ride

Food, Dining, Restaurants, & Street Food in Trakai

  1. Bona Lounge
  2. Kybynlar
  3. Senoji Kibinine
  4. Kiubete
  5. Traku Dvarelis
  6. Mojo Cafe
  7. Argo
  8. Bona Pizzeria
  9. Markizas
  10. Pirosmani
  11. Fransua
  12. Le Vivier
  13. Maisto Manija

Where to Stay in Trakai?

Here we have listed popular all mid-range and budget Hotels in Trakai

  1. Apvalaus Stalo Klubas Hotel
  2. R&R Spa Villa Trakai
  3. Viva Trakai
  4. Argo
  5. Augutes Zurlienes Sveciu Namai
  6. Trakaitis Holiday Home
  7. Modern Apartments near Lake in Trakai City Center
  8. BnB Trakai
  9. Prie Lukos Ezero
  10. Prie Ziedo

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How to Reach Trakai?

By Air

The closest airport for Trakai travel is Vilnius International Airport. You can check out our article on Vilnius to learn more about direct flights connected to this airport.

You won’t get direct transport to reach Trakai from the airport, you will either have to get to the train station or the central bus stop for this journey.

By Road

There are regular trains running between Vilnius and Trakai. You can purchase a ticket at the station or in the train as well. The bus network is quite widespread and is connected with several cities, towns and villages of Lithuania.

If you are planning to visit Trakai by car, you should head for route A16 or E28.

By Water

There are no direct water routes to visit Trakai.


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