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April 1-October 30 II: 10:00-17:00; III-VII: 10:00-18:00
Kernius St. 4A, Kernavė, Širvintos Dist.
Tickets starting at €4 per person

Archaeological Site Museum of Kernavė

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Step into Lithuania's first capital, where pagan priests once performed sacred rites and craftsmen's hammers rang. Walk the same earth where Lithuania's first dukes strode, and Baltic warriors faced Crusader. Today's UNESCO-listed hillforts stand as witnesses to this cradle of Lithuanian statehood.
If you want to learn where Lithuania’s history started, there’s no better place than Kernavė - the country’s first capital. After you’re done exploring its stunning hillforts, step back at the nearby Kernavė Archaeological Site Museum. Nestled within a UNESCO World Heritage site, this museum invites you to traverse the epochs, from ancient prehistoric relics to the vibrant Middle Ages. With interactive exhibits, meticulously reconstructed artifacts, and captivating narratives, you'll embark on a journey that gives you a glimpse into the soul of Lithuania. Come, discover the stories that shaped this nation. Kernavė awaits!

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