BALTIC STATES & POLAND
The Baltic States in Northern Europe, on the eastern coast of the Baltic Sea, consist of the three sovereign states of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Poland, although a part of Central Europe, borders Lithuania and, thus, also sits on the eastern coast of the Baltic Sea. All countries are dotted with stoic hilltop fortresses, churches, and beautifully preserved castles, apart from the beautiful Baltic coastline. A major attraction in these countries are the old towns which operate as their cultural and tourist hubs.
Experiences
Tallinn Old Town, Estonia
Tallinn's Old Town holds, within itself, endless treasures for history buffs and cultural lovers alike. One of the world's best-preserved old towns in the world, the vibrant village-like area features cobblestone streets, lively cafés and architecture from centuries ago.
Tallinn TV Tower, Estonia
At a height of 314 meters, the Tallinn TV Tower offers you panoramic view of Tallinn and the Gulf of Finland from its main observation deck located on the 21st floor.
Vecriga, Riga, Lativa
Old town centre of Riga on the right bank of the Daugava River with cobblestone streets and friendly squares. Vecriga is stacked with restaurants, nightspots, art galleries and museums.
Riga Central Market, Latvia
A world heritage site, this market is one of the largest in eastern Europe, constructed in an old German Zeppelin aircraft hangar.
Jurmala, Latvia
A resort city on the Gulf of Riga, just west of the capital, known for its wooden, nouveau art seaside villas, the long, sandy, Jurmala Beach and the vibrant town centre.
Vilnius Old Town, Lithuania
Baroque architectural buildings lining the old town and partially cobblestoned streets reflect the diverse styles of eras gone by. The Old Town of Vilnius is one of the largest surviving medieval towns in Northern Europe.
Cold War Museum, Vilnius, Lithuania
A Soviet nuclear missile base offering a rare opportunity to enter the same shafts where nuclear missiles used to stand ready to be launched any minute during the Cold War. The world's first Cold War museum has been established inside these bunkers.
Auschwitz, Warsaw, Poland
A former Nazi extermination camp. See the preserved wooden watchtowers and barbed fences, along with the suitcases, shoes, and documents belonging to the Jewish prisoners.
Shooting Ranges, Warsaw, Poland
Practice shooting with a variety of weapons, including AK 47s, Uzis, Glocks and the Colt 1911.
Krakow Old Town, Poland
One of the most fascinating medieval cities in Europe and one that escaped destruction in World War II. Today it is famous for its towering Gothic church spires and cobblestonen streets. Krakow’s old town is also known for its lively after-dark scenes.
Wieliczka Salt Mine, Krakow, Poland
One of the oldest operating salt mines. The attraction includes shafts, labyrinthine passageways and displays of historic salt-mining technologies, combined with an underground lake, four chapels and numerous statues carved by miners out of rock.
