Vilnius County, Lithuania

Vilnius

Vilnius has a large Baroque old town of churches, courtyards and university buildings, with the bohemian self-declared republic of Užupis across the river.

Vilnius: Walking Tour of Vilnius Old Town with snacks
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The city on foot

Vilnius was the capital of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. For centuries it was also a great centre of Jewish learning.

Its old town, one of the largest in eastern Europe, is easy to explore on foot.

What makes Vilnius distinctive

  • Baroque churches
  • Vilnius University's courtyards
  • The Republic of Užupis
  • Gediminas Tower

Walking tours in Vilnius

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Main sights

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Neighbourhoods worth wandering

  • Old Town

    Churches and courtyards.

  • Užupis

    Bohemian, across the Vilnia.

  • Naujamiestis

    The 19th-century new town.

Free self-guided walk

Gate of Dawn to the cathedral

A free self-guided walk in Vilnius, from the Gate of Dawn through the old town and Užupis to Cathedral Square.

2.7 km · 5 stops · map and directions

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Best areas to explore on foot

  1. Pilies and Didžioji streets

    The main old-town axis.

  2. Užupis

    Riverside lanes.

  3. Bernardine Garden

    By the river.

Practical walking notes

  • Terrain

    Gently hilly; steep up to the tower.

  • Cobbles

    Wear sturdy shoes.

  • Size

    The old town is compact.

When to visit

  • Summer

    Long, warm days.

  • Winter

    Cold and dark, with a Christmas tree in Cathedral Square.

  • Spring and autumn

    Mild.

Getting there and getting around

Arriving

  • By air

    Vilnius Airport is about 15 minutes from the centre by bus or train.

Local transport

  • Buses and trolleybuses

    Cover the city.

  • On foot

    The old town is walkable.

Questions travellers ask about Vilnius

How many days do I need?

Two days.

What is Užupis?

A district that declared itself a republic in 1997, with a playful constitution.

Is Vilnius expensive?

No; it is good value by EU standards.

Vilnius: Walking Tour of Vilnius Old Town with snacks
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Sources and review date

This guide was last updated on 2026-10-28. Opening hours, fares and services change; please confirm details with official sources before travelling.