Kaliningrad

Still the best guide to the Baltic states for those touring these cultural capitals, this guide excels in packing all the essentials travelers need into one trim book. Independent travelers will find it easy to put together their own itinerary, and a good range of information on the heritage, architecture, entertainment, restaurants, and cafes of each city is contained in this handy volume. A section on excursions out from each center expands the possibilities further for visitors, and includes gems such as the medieval Trakai castle on the outskirts of Vilnius, the Latvian seaside resort of Jurmala, and the year-round delight and tranquility of the Kadriog Park near Tallinn.

Features include:
>City information including sightseeing and walking tours plus half-day excursions from each city
>Background material including history and culture
>Essential words and phrases in four languages
>An ideal source for both tourists and business travelers

The Baltic capital cities of Tallinn, Riga, Vilnius, and Kaliningrad offer a range of attractions that appeal to both tourists and business travelers to the region. Located within easy reach of each other, they are ideal for a multi-center trip or individually for that unusual short break while in Europe. Getting the most out of a short stay couldn't be simpler using this selection of the best sightseeing, accommodations, and restaurant options in all four cities. Walking tours, city plans, and half-day excursions make it easy for independent travelers to compile their own itinerary. A background to history and culture, and essential words and phrases in four languages are included. Compiled by Baltic States specialists, this guide ensures that visitors have all the essentials for an inspiring city stay.

Fully up-to-date coverage of the capital cities of Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and the Russian state of Kaliningrad. Includes city plans, sightseeing, walking tours, hotels, restaurants and entertainment, plus getting to and between the countries.