Lithuania · Heritage Walks

3-Hour Jewish History Walk in Vilnius with Vilna Ghetto Heritage

3 Hours Round trip from Vilnius Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the Jewish side of Vilnius
02 Visit the areas of the Vilna ghettos during World War II
03 Uncover why Vilnius was called the "Jerusalem of Lithuania"
04 Visit one of the few synagogues in Vilnius that survived the great conflict of the 20th century

Visit Vilnius, one of Europe's most important cities for Jewish history and culture. Explore the two ghettos associated with notable inhabitants and visitors, from Gaon ben Elijah to Jascha Heifetz, and learn about the difficult yet peaceful life of Jews in the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. Discover why Vilnius was called the "Jerusalem of Lithuania" and reflect on the horrors of the Holocaust under brutal Nazi rule in the city.

Visit Vilnius, one of Europe's most important cities for Jewish history and culture.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Vilnius

Languages English, German, Lithuanian, Polish, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Jewish Heritage Walk Through Vilnius

Meet your local tour guide at your preferred meeting point in Vilnius.

Begin in the small Jewish quarter and stroll through its captivating streets. Along the way, witness some of the fantastic works of Mark Antokolsky.

Continue to the extensive Jewish ghetto and arrive at the fascinating Vilna Gaon Museum, where you will learn about the importance of Jewish culture in Lithuania.

See the Jewish gallery and hear episodes from the Second World War and its consequences for the Jewish community in Vilnius.

Conclude your tour with a visit to one of the few synagogues that survived the great conflict of the 20th century.

The route