3-Hour Vilnius Walking Tour through Old Town and Užupis

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Discover Vilnius' Old Town and the bohemian Užupis district
• 02 Learn about the history and culture at the Gate of Dawn and Town Hall Square
• 03 Explore the old ghettos, German heritage, and the city's oldest university
• 04 Visit Cathedral Square and enjoy hidden backyards, street art, and sculptures
• 05 Experience the unique self-proclaimed artist republic of Užupis

Go on a 3-hour tour and discover the highlights of Vilnius' Old Town as well as the bohemian Užupis district. Learn historical facts and gain deeper insight into the past and present life of the locals.

Head to Cathedral Square, the most important place in the city, and see beautiful churches, hidden backyards, street art, sculptures, as well as the self-proclaimed artist republic of Užupis.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Vilnius

Languages English, German

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Vilnius Old Town and Užupis Walk

• Start the tour at the Gate of Dawn, the city's only remaining gate.
• Enjoy a panoramic view of Town Hall Square.
• Explore the history of the old ghettos, learn about German cultural heritage, and wander through enchanted alleys past Vilnius' oldest and largest university and the Presidential Palace.
• Head to Cathedral Square, the most important place in the city, and see beautiful churches, hidden backyards, street art, sculptures, as well as the self-proclaimed artist republic of Užupis.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Native German-speaking and fluent English-speaking tour guide

What's Not Included

• Personal expenses, souvenirs, food, and drinks

What to bring

• Bring water and snacks, comfortable shoes, and rain gear.

Know before you go

• We will meet at the Gate of Dawn (Aušros vartai), located at Aušros Vartų g. 14.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Vilnius, Vilnius City Municipality, Lithuania

Tour start

Gate of Dawn, Vilnius, Lithuania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.