It is one of the most picturesque stadiums in Lithuania with a capacity of 4,000 seats. Although it has specifications to host track and field events, it is usually used for football games. It was built in 1962 and provides the services required to host UEFA competition matches. It is located relatively close to the city center. A few meters away from the stadium you will find restaurants and hotels.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT TO ŠIAULIAI CENTRAL STADIUM
*** It is about 15 minutes walk from the city center.
ŠIAULIAI: THE CITY OF THE SUN
It is the fourth largest city in Lithuania and its residents live for sports. They love basketball, they love football, they play track and field and all kinds of sports. It is also called the “City of the Sun”, because its residents enjoy the sunshine more than residents of other cities. There is a legend in the astronaut community that the planet during its rotation around the Sun stops at certain coordinates and Siauliai is affected. Dramatic events occurred in the city during World War II with the Nazis looting and burning Siauliai because of its strong Jewish community. Tour a city that successfully hosted Eurobasket 2011.
Currency: Euro
Calling Code: +370
Nearest airports from city center: Riga Airport (131km), Palanga Airport (152km), Kaunas Airport (164km), Vilnius Airport (220km).
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** CHAIMAS FRENKELIS’ VILLA-MUSEUM
It was built at the beginning of the 20th century in the Art Noveau style and is worth a visit to feel the civility of the Lithuanian countryside of the 19th and 20th centuries.
*** MUSEUM OF PHOTOGRAPHY (Vilniaus st. 140, Šiauliai, 76296 Šiauliai city)
It is the only specialized photographic art museum that exists in Lithuania. Enjoy a collection of over 150,000 items, relating to the evolution of photographic equipment, prints, etc.
*** BOTANICAL GARDEN (Paitaičių g. 4, Šiauliai, 76149 Šiaulių city)
It was opened in 1961 and covers 6.5 hectares with over 4 thousand different species and varieties of plants. It is a green oasis in the city that will charm you.
*** ST. APOSTLES PETER AND PAUL’S CATHEDRAL (Aušros tak. 3, Šiauliai, 76294 Šiauliai city)
It is the landmark of the city and the foundations were laid in 1445. The top of the tower reaches 70 meters.
*** TELEPHONY MUSEUM (Dvaro st. 85, Šiauliai, 76236 Šiauliai city)
It is an innovative museum that concerns the collection of exhibits and materials on the history of telephony in Lithuania.
*** CAT MUSEUM (Žuvininkų st. 18, Šiauliai, 76249 Šiauliai city)
It was established in 1990 and if you love cats, then this place will delight you. See cat statues, pictures, and there are even poems about cats.
*** ŠIAULIAI BOULEVARD
It dates back to the 18th century and is the historic road leading from east to west. It suffered damage in the First World War and over time several reconstructions took place to become one of the busiest roads.
*** RAILWAY MUSEUM (Dubijos st. 26, Šiauliai, 77208 Šiauliai city)
The outdoor exhibition of antique locomotives and collectible trains from the late 19th century will fascinate you and take you back in time.
*** SALDUVES MOUND (Šiauliai, 76264 Šiauliai City Municipality)
About 5 km away from the city center you will find a mound that is one of the most photographed spots in the city.
*** ŠIAULIAI HISTORY MUSEUM (Aušros al. 47, Šiauliai, 76301 Šiauliai district)
If you want to know everything about the history of the city and Lithuania, then you are in the right place.
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** Anyway, visit one of the city’s emblematic spots, the City Clock The Cock.
*** The Iron Fox is one of the most photographed attractions in the city.
*** A good choice to spend your free time is The Cents Room.
*** The Bicycle Museum is one of the most popular museums in the area.
*** Šiauliai Art Gallery is an ideal choice for art lovers.
FOOD AND DRINK
Siauliai has fantastic cuisine and has hidden culinary corners for you to explore and enjoy! You are sure to find cuisines from Europe, the Mediterranean, Russia, the USA, Latin America and Asia. But, you must try the traditional dishes! The cepelinai (potato dumpling), saltibarščiai which is beetroot soup, cepelinai, cabbage soup, kugelis, bulviniai, bulviniai blynai, kibinai, cabbage soup, potato sausage, forest mushroom soup and herring. Also try the Sakotis which is a traditional cake in the shape of a tree! Accompany your food with beer and wine.
WHERE TO STAY
In the center and at a maximum distance of 1-2 kilometers you will be able to find many hotels and apartments for your stay. You will find places to stay at great prices.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** Shoe Tree is a special place as it is a tradition for young people to throw their shoes on the branches!
*** About half an hour away from the city center you will find Svile Springs which is an incredible natural landscape.
*** Saulės Miestas is one of the most important shopping centers.
*** Akropolis Šiauliai and Bruklinas are two other places where you can do your shopping.
*** Undoubtedly on Siauliai Boulevard you will find plenty of shops for your shopping.
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot, by bus οr by bike.
CITIES NEAR SIAULIAI
Major cities close to Siauliai are Riga (129km), Kaunas (161km), Vilnius (213km), Kaliningrad (252km), Hrodna (325km), Bialystok (403km).
