Explore the only German-heritage old town in Lithuania — a maze of half-timbered courtyards, Baroque facades, and hidden sculptural treasures like the famous Black Ghost — with a private expert guide, culminating in an intimate amber connoisseur experience at the Amber Queen Museum.
What to expect
Your guide begins at Theatre Square, framed by its dramatic statue of Ännchen von Tharau, then weaves through Pilies gatvė's ornate townhouses and the brooding sculpture of the Black Ghost — Klaipeda's beloved mythical protector of sailors. The Castle Museum ruins are visited en route before you step inside the Amber Queen Museum for a curated tasting session of inclusions, jewellery-grade pieces, and cognac-coloured rarities. There is time to purchase direct from the artisans at museum prices.
Good to know
Old Town is a 10-minute walk from the cruise terminal — no transfer needed. Allow 3–4 hours for a relaxed private tour. The Amber Queen Museum is best visited on weekdays when the master craftspeople are working. Pre-book your private guide to guarantee English fluency and local expertise.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Klaipeda — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
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