Lithuania · Walking Tours

2-Hour Walking Tour of Vilnius Old Town with Historic Landmarks

2 Hours Round trip from Šventaragio g. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the Gate of Dawn, one of Vilnius' most important historic and religious monuments
  • 02 Explore the Jewish quarter of Vilnius and learn about its history
  • 03 See Vilnius Cathedral, the heart of Catholic spiritual life in Lithuania
  • 04 Admire the Presidential Palace, Vilnius University, and the city's famous churches

Stroll along the cobblestoned streets of Vilnius, Lithuania's capital, on this walking tour through its medieval Old Town. Discover major landmarks including the Gate of Dawn, the Palace near Gediminas' Tower, and Vilnius Cathedral, while also exploring lesser-frequented gems such as the Jewish quarter and the churches of St. Anne and St. Francis of Assisi (Bernardine). Along the way, hear historical overviews, insights into contemporary life, and intriguing stories that bring the city to life.

Visit Ausros Vartu, or the Gate of Dawn, one of the most important historical, cultural, and religious monuments in Vilnius, as it is the only surviving gate of the walls that once surrounded the town.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Vilnius
Languages English, Lithuanian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Walk Through the Highlights of Vilnius Old Town

  • Meet your tour guide at an agreed-upon location to begin your walking tour of Vilnius.

  • Follow the route of the Grand Duke and make your way to the Palace near Gediminas' Tower. As you walk through the town, your guide will regale you with historical overviews, facts about contemporary realities, and other curiosities, such as the name of the church that served as the Museum of Atheism during the Soviet era.

  • Visit the grand Vilnius Cathedral, the heart of Catholic spiritual life in Lithuania.

  • Visit Ausros Vartu, or the Gate of Dawn, one of the most important historical, cultural, and religious monuments in Vilnius, as it is the only surviving gate of the walls that once surrounded the town.

  • Make your way down Didzioji Street and Pilies Street, where your guide will point out important sites along the way.

  • Explore the Jewish quarter of Vilnius and learn about its history.

  • Marvel at the grandeur of the Presidential Palace and Vilnius University.

  • Visit two of Vilnius' most famous churches: St. Anne Church and St. Francis of Assisi (Bernardine) Church.

  • End the tour at Cathedral Square.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Šventaragio g. 1 city · 2 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking Vilnius tour guide

What's Not Included

  • Transportation
  • Tips and personal expenses

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Vilnius, Lithuania
Tour start
Šventaragio g., Vilnius 01143, Lithuania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 hours finish where they began, in Šventaragio g..

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