Most booked tours and tickets in Vilnius
Bike Tour of Vilnius Highlights "Iconic Landmarks & Hidden Gems"
4.9129 reviews2h 30m
from €29
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Tour to Ponary Memorial Park, The Hill of Angels & Trakai Castle
4.8118 reviews5h
from €110
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Tour from Vilnius - Riga via The Hill of Crosses, Rundale, Bauska
4.581 reviews8h
from €120
Check availabilityTop sights in Vilnius
- 1Old Town
- 2Gediminas Castle Tower
- 3Užupis District
- 4Gate of Dawn
- 5St. Anne's Church
- 6Vilnius Cathedral
- A Baroque Old Town of Unparalleled Scale: Explore one of Europe's largest surviving medieval old towns, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Wander the maze of cobbled streets past over 40 churches, including the breathtakingly intricate red-brick St. Anne's Church and the neoclassical Vilnius Cathedral, and climb Gediminas Castle Tower for panoramic views.
- The Quirky, Artistic Soul of Užupis: Cross the Vilnia River into the self-proclaimed independent "republic" of Užupis, a bohemian district with its own constitution, flag, and currency. Discover whimsical art installations, read the multilingual constitution plaques, and soak in the atmosphere of its cafes and galleries.
- A Deep and Multilayered Historical Tapestry: Delve into the city's complex past as a major center of Jewish life (the "Jerusalem of the North"), a Polish cultural hub, and a Soviet-occupied capital. Visit the Gate of Dawn chapel, the poignant Holocaust exhibition at the Tolerance Center, and the chilling KGB Museum in the former headquarters.
Tickets and passes in Vilnius
Skip the Line: Europos Parkas, Open-Air Museum Ticket Vilnius, Lithuania
4.05 reviews1h
from €14
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Food and drink experiences in Vilnius
Day trips and outdoor activities from Vilnius
Premium Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Vilnius(when possible)or Trakai
4.9114 reviews3h
from €185
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Premium Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Trakai (transfer included)
4.863 reviews3h
from €185
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Hot air balloon flight Vilnius Trakai with Transfer and Shampagne
5.040 reviews4h
from €180
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Hidden gems in Vilnius
Places most visitors miss, many of them free.
St. Nicholas Church
The oldest surviving church in Vilnius, a rare example of Gothic architecture in a city dominated by Baroque.
Literatų Street (Literatų Gatvė)
A short street dedicated to writers and poets, where the walls are covered with small, unique artistic plaques and installations.
The Choral Synagogue
The only surviving synagogue in Vilnius from before the Holocaust, when the city was a major global center of Jewish learning.
Subačiaus Street Viewpoint
A steep, cobbled street leading down from the Old Town towards the railway station, offering a classic, picturesque view of St. Anne's Church.
The Energy and Technology Museum
Housed in a former power plant, this interactive museum covers the history of Vilnius's industry, technology, and even has a retro arcade.
Day trips from Vilnius
Trakai
40 min by train or bus
Visit the picture-perfect red-brick island castle, a symbol of Lithuania's medieval Grand Duchy, set on a lake. Trakai is also the historic home of the Karaim people, a Turkic ethnic group.
Hill of Crosses
2 hours by train to Šiauliai + 15 min taxi
A powerful and unique site of national pilgrimage and resistance, where over 100,000 crosses have been placed on a small hill over centuries as symbols of faith and defiance.
Paneriai (Ponary) Memorial & Cold War Museum
20 min by train to Paneriai station + walk / 30 min drive to the museum
A sobering but important day exploring two dark chapters of history: the Paneriai Memorial marks the site of a WWII mass murder, while the former Soviet nuclear missile base offers a chilling Cold War experience.
Plan your Vilnius trip
Things to do in Vilnius: FAQ
What are the best things to do in Vilnius?+
Top sights include Old Town, Gediminas Castle Tower, Užupis District and Gate of Dawn. Away from the crowds, try St. Nicholas Church and Literatų Street (Literatų Gatvė).
What are the most popular tours in Vilnius?+
The most booked experiences on Viator are Regular walking tour of Soviet Vilnius (4.9 stars, 296 reviews); Museum of illusions Vilnius Official Entry Ticket (4.7 stars, 221 reviews); Admission Ticket at Auto Museum Vilnius (5.0 stars, 211 reviews).
How much do tours in Vilnius cost?+
The tours and tickets on this page start between €14 and €185 per person, depending on length and what is included.
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