Things to do in Vilnius
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Jim's Tour from Vilnius to Trakai and Hill of Angels
€50
per adult
Vilnius: 2.5-Hour Jewish Quarter Walking Tour
€22
per adult
Self-Guided Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core
€9
per traveller
Vilnius: Trakai Self-Guided Bike Tour with Train Tickets
€39
per adult
Live guide tour via WhatsApp - Vilnius Ghetto
€10
per adult
Secrets of Old Vilnius Smartphone App GPS Audio Walking Tour
€6
per adult
The Way of Freedom: Behind the Walls of the KGB
€35
per adult
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1. Vilnius Cathedral
Vilnius Cathedral, formally known as the Basilica of St. Stanislaus and St. Ladislaus, is a breathtaking neoclassical church and one of Vilnius’ most iconic sights. The cathedral presides over the civic center of Cathedral Square in the heart of historic Vilnius. Check out the elegant architecture of the cathedral or explore its interior to find an ornately decorated and beautifully restored nave. See the former city walls upon which the cathedral’s bell tower was built and explore the eerie crypts and vaults beneath the cathedral floor.
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2. Cathedral Square
Cathedral Square lies in the heart of Vilnius’ Old Town, next to the magnificent neoclassical Vilnius Cathedral and its distinctive bell tower. Spend time here to experience the city’s traditional civic center. Located at the crossroads of Vilnius’ main streets, Cathedral Square regularly hosts fairs, events, concerts, exhibitions and parades. Check out the cathedral’s architecture, trace the outline of the ancient city walls and admire the square’s historical monuments.
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3. Three Crosses
The distinctive white monument of the Three Crosses rises up from the greenery on one of the seven hills that surround Vilnius. According to legend, this hilltop was where Franciscan friars were martyred. Stroll up the hill to see the site that has been venerated since the early 17th century. Look out from the viewing platform to see a broad panorama of the city and beyond.
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4. Gates of Dawn
The Gates of Dawn is an ancient city gate in Vilnius that houses a magnificent chapel and a shrine to the Virgin Mary. Built between 1503 and 1522, the gates once defended the capital of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. Visit to see its heritage architecture, explore the chapel and discover the magnificent religious artifacts intended to bless and protect the city.
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5. Gediminas Tower
Gediminas Tower is a remnant of the ancient fortifications of Vilnius’ Upper Castle. Perched high above Old Town on top of Castle Hill, the tower is named for Gediminas, the Grand Duke of Lithuania who made Vilnius the capital of his reign in the early 1300s. Today, the tower houses a branch of the National Museum of Lithuania. View an exhibit dedicated to Vilnius Castle and the city’s fascinating medieval period and climb to a viewing platform on top of the tower to see panoramic views of historic Vilnius.
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6. Museum of Occupations and Freedom Fights
The Museum of Genocide Victims is dedicated to the tragedies and turmoil in Lithuania during the Soviet Union’s 50-year occupation of the country. Housed in a former headquarters building of the KGB, the Museum of Genocide Victims collects and displays documents, artifacts and original prison cells used by the Soviet regime. Explore this vast and poignant museum to learn about Lithuania’s fascinating history during the Nazi occupation, the implementation of Soviet powers and the role of freedom fighters in the country’s resistance.
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7. St. Peter and St. Paul's Church
St. Peter and St. Paul’s Church is an architectural masterpiece and Roman Catholic church in Vilnius. The treasured church is renowned for its striking late Baroque interior decorated with intricate stucco moldings. Visit this former centerpiece of a monastery complex to appreciate its masterful architecture and approximately 2,000 stucco figurines.
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Vilnius Old Town
If you're spending some time in Vilnius Old Town, Vilnius Town Hall and Town Hall Square are top sights worth seeing.
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Open Photo by Vilma Jamieson
Uzupis
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Uzupis. You might want to make time for a stop at Angel of Užupis statue or Uzupis Angel.
Naujamiestis
Unique features of Naujamiestis include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Gediminas Avenue or Lithuanian National Opera and Ballet Theatre while you're exploring the area.
Zverynas
You'll enjoy the monuments and shopping in Zverynas. You might want to make time for a stop at Panorama Shopping Mall or Kenessa.
Photo by Katrin Hoetz
Open Photo by Katrin Hoetz
Station District
While visiting Station District, you might make a stop by sights like The Vilna Gaon Jewish State Museum and Lithuanian Railway Museum.
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