Top 10 Things to Do in Vilnius Lithuania | Travel Guide

1. Explore the Old Town

The Old Town of Vilnius contains more territory and boasts more historic buildings than many other Old Towns in Eastern Europe. They are characterized by narrow irregular stone-paved roads, large churches, and well-proportioned architecture stretching over about 500 hectares that make it a world heritage site. Some of the most popular are the Gothic St.Anne’s Church and, the Baroque Church of Sts. Petras and Pauls with the silhouette of the city’s skyline, Vilnius cathedral with crypts, and the collection of artworks.

2. Climb the Gediminas Tower

To get a glimpse of the beauty of Vilnius, visit the Gediminas Tower atop Castle Hill and marvel at the city’s skyline. The remaining part of the Upper Castle is small but provides a panoramic view of the terracotta roofs, vast green areas, and the Neris River. Some of the remaining portions of the castle walls and other defensive structures can also be viewed at close range from the ground near the tower.

3. The Palace of the Grand Dukes.

This reformed palace is situated on the territory that was inhabited by the ruling Grand Dukes of Lithuania during the empire’s prosperity. As an acknowledged museum today, it presents both, the relics that were salvaged and introduced to the general public, as well as the historical representations of Vilnius and the lives of the first rulers. One of them is the poster gallery with the Lithuanian political posters of different periods in the country's history.

4. Stroll through Užupis

Užupis is Vilnius’ most peculiar and artistic district, with some likening it to the Montmartre district in Paris. Founded as a separate country in 1997, Užupis has its president, the state flag, its money, and constitutional provisions painted on mirrored surfaces in 29 or more languages. Sidewalks enable one to look for interesting street art, artistic sculptures, alley walls painted with artwork, and even small cozy eateries. Another important landmark that you should not overlook is the mermaid statue which is close to the principal square.

5. Relax in Cathedral Square

Although this place represents a relatively small area, Cathedral Square occupies the very center of the Old Town and is surrounded by street performers, open-air cafes, shops, and the Cathedral and Bell Tower. It is one of the finest sites for a public congregation which can envelop the vibe of Vilnius or merely spend hours watching the people on park benches. It also features festivals and markets from time to time and is generally lively and active.

6. After the tour visit the Museum of Occupations and Freedom Fights

If you want to get a closer look into Lithuania’s complex history in the 20th century, this museum that occupies a former KGB building should be of interest. Through the kind of conceptual pneumatics, it offers a historical progression of successive Soviet and Nazi occupations through such phantasmagorical replicas as underground printing machines, the train cars that deported the locals, and other three-dimensional installations. There are some paintings and sculptures which depict some scenes that may be considered sensitive by some people.

7. Discover The Television Tower Viewing Platform

Even higher panoramas can be seen on the observation platform at the top of Lithuania’s tallest building head up. On days without clouds, one can see the sun setting, and for the investor, distant suburbs with the old town and hills with church domes beneath. It also contains a revolving restaurant and a coffee house and it is considered to be the Soviet-era tower.

8. Shop and Snacks on Pilies Street

In 1514 Pilies Street became the main trading square of Vilnius and it has been so for the half millennium. Today it is a living pedestrian street with shops for amber jewels, Lithuanian craftworks, and souvenirs, and with the food places, a kebab plate, fried cheese, potato fritters, and other kinds of snacks are served. Head down one of the narrow streets with a variety of warm Lithuanian restaurants located next to the backstreets.

9. Divine Mercy Shrine some prayers and reflection.

Located on a wooded slope outside the thriving commercial district of Łódź, this colossal chapel associated with Divine Mercy devotion features bold avant-garde design and the largest portrait painting of Christ in the world with the size of nearly 200 sq meters. A beautiful and large white steeple accompanied by geometrical shapes and bas-reliefs is worthy of a visit if you want a place of peace.

10. Try Lithuanian Craft Beers

Lithuania boasts the oldest beer brewing tradition in Europe, which has been proudly preserved for many centuries. Tourists at locally owned brewpubs like the Bambalyne can taste through the country’s variety of craft lagers and ales that are often brewed with forest berries. Tours and tasting are also other ways through which one can engage with the Vilnius microbreweries growing rapidly. Utenos dark beer which is a German-style black lager and Kryžiu Alus, a Lithuanian cider is a must-try.

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