Druskininkai was named a health resort town as early as 1794, when the then King of Poland decided to start developing tourism in the area. Nowadays, tourists come to the region, especially from nearby countries such as Latvia and Poland. The price level in Lithuania is cheaper than in Estonia or Latvia, and it is one of the cheapest euro countries, at least in these latitudes.

Activities in Druskininkai

Many travellers come to Druskininkai to relax and recharge their batteries. What else would a weekend full of spa treatments and half board at a hotel do for you? However, if you want to explore outside the hotel, Druskininkai has activities for both couples and family travellers.

K. Dineika Wellness Park is a large park on the outskirts of the city centre. It is, as the name implies, a wellness park – you can either just walk in the middle of a coniferous forest or do a workout in the open-air gym. The park also has a public sauna by the river.

Lake Druskonis, on the other hand, is in the centre of Druskininkai and can easily be walked around. Many people rent a pedal boat and spend a summer day on the lake.

Druskininkai AquaPark is a magnificent tropical themed water park with an indoor temperature of 30 °C. The water park has water slides, various swimming pools, scuba diving lessons, saunas, a children’s area and a separate adult relaxation area. You can also book a massage, exfoliation, or other treatments for an additional small cost.

Snow Arena is the only year-round winter sports centre in the Baltics. It has been named one of the best winter sports centres in the world for many years in a row. The Snow Arena is almost completely indoors, and you can go downhill skiing, snowboarding, and traditional skiing. In winter, traditional skiing can also be practised on the outdoor track. If you are a beginner and would like to learn to ski, Snow Arena also has professional teachers. It has a variety of on-site restaurants and the only ice bar in Lithuania, named Ice Bar.

Druskininkai Museum. Would you be interested in learning more about the history of Druskininkai? This museum is housed in a beautiful neoclassical building on the shore of Lake Druskonis. Admission is a few euros.

Food and beverage

Many travellers do most of their eating at their hotel buffets, but there are also quality restaurants and cafés in Druskininkai. Here are a few ideas:

City Coffee

The city's best coffee and a broad selection of over 40 quality teas. Cocoa lovers are pampered with cocoa powder imported from Ecuador and Venezuela. There’s a great view of the iconic red church in Druskininkai.

Etno Dvaras

Authentic Lithuanian food on the shore of Lake Druskonis. You can ask for a special tasting menu to get acquainted with the most famous Lithuanian dishes.

Sicilia

Would you like Italian food for a change? Sicilia offers delicious and fair-sized pizzas, pastas, and other Italian dishes at great-value prices. Sicilia has two locations in Druskininkai – one that is a pizzeria and the other which is a more comprehensive restaurant that also serves pizza. Try out the restaurant’s home-made lemonade as well.

Accommodation

Druskininkai has various high-quality hotels and here are some of the best-rated ones.

SPA VILNIUS Druskininkai

A four-star hotel with comprehensive spa facilities. The hotel sells a variety of spa packages, including accommodation, treatment packages, breakfast, and dinner. Spa Vilnius is a well-known spa chain in Lithuania, and all of its branches are very high quality.

Grand Spa Lithuania

Another 4-star hotel with spa facilities. You can choose from a variety of treatment packages from those aimed at romantic couples to family vacations. Breakfast, dinner, different treatments, and access to the spa and gym are included in the package price.

Hotel Violeta

A boutique hotel located in the centre of Druskininkai. The hotel has charming old-fashioned architecture, and the rooms are decorated in a classic style. Hotel residents can enjoy their own spa with different beauty and relaxation treatments available.

How do you get to Druskininkai?

Finnair has direct flights from Helsinki to the Lithuanian capital Vilnius several times a day.

There is a direct bus connection from Vilnius to Druskininkai. The bus leaves from Vilnius Bus Station (address Sodų gatvé 22, Vilnius). Travel time is about 2 hours. The trip can be booked online in advance. A one-way bus ticket costs around 14 euros per person.

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