Location: Vilnius
Top Things to do in Vilnius
Top 10 Free Things to do in Vilnius, Vilnius County
Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, contains one of the largest surviving medieval quarters in Europe. Included on the UNESCO World Heritage List, Old Town contains almost two thousand medieval, gothic, renaissance, and baroque buildings, all centered on the neo-classical cathedral and town hall. Other popular attractions include the KGB Museum, located in a former Soviet prison, and the 13th century Higher Castle, which affords a glorious view of the city center.
Restaurants in Vilnius
1. Gate of Dawn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,476 reviews
Reviewed By JudyB528 - Appleton, United States
We went into the entrance off the street and walked up the stairs, not realizing what we would see. We entered a small room where the picture is and quite a number of people were on their knees praying to the Blessed Virgin. It is something to see it from the street, but do go inside to get the full experience.
2. Bernardine Church (Bernardinu Baznycia)
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4.5 based on 380 reviews
Reviewed By thekruns - Sandefjord, Norway
This church is known by many names in english. Here are the ones I know: The Church and Monastery of St.Francis of Assisi (Bernardine), The Church of St. Francis and St. Bernard, Bernardine Church, St. Francis of Assisi (Bernardine) Roman Catholic Church. In Lithuanian, it´s called BERNARDINŲ BAŽNYČIA. The interior can be described as old, beautiful and humble. The church is situated right behind St. Anne´s Church.
3. Church Of St Peter And St Paul
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4.5 based on 1,204 reviews
Reviewed By VWriter - Los Gatos, United States
The exterior of this church stands out for its architecture. Reminiscent of Italianate design, Sts Peter and Paul has high towers, is sandy yellow and is trimmed in white; while maroon tile roofing completes the picture. As striking as its exterior is, it's the interior that grabbed my attention. This church is gleaming white inside; there is stucco and marble everywhere you look. Sculptures, paintings, and frescoes adorn the 13 chapels, high ceilings, nave and altar area. Pretty overwhelming.
4. Holy Spirit Orthodox Church
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4.5 based on 444 reviews
Reviewed By Luv2TravelFarNWide - Phoenix, United States
This is the major Russian Orthodox church in Lithuania and is affiliated with two Orthodox monasteries: The Monastery of the Holy Spirit and the Convent of Saint Mary Magdalen -- the only remaining Orthodox monasteries in Lithuania. Inside the unassuming Baroque-style entrance is a beautiful green and blue chancellery and sanctuary. The surprise when you open the door will take your breath away.
5. Rasu Cemetery (Rasu kapines)
6. Hill of Three Crosses
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4.5 based on 1,405 reviews
Reviewed By Ronwol - Los Angeles, United States
There is a long history of this hill, as crosses changed many times....it is situated at a nice park and the main benefit going there is the great panoramic view of Vilnius old town. Spectacular!
7. Vingis Park
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4.5 based on 166 reviews
Reviewed By PaspirtukuNuoma - Vilnius, Lithuania
It's so green! Nice park for jogging, walking, playing on grass with your friends. Rent a scooter and drive arounnd it.
8. Paneriai (Ponar)
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4.5 based on 223 reviews
Reviewed By TabathaSoltay - Ottawa, Canada
This is worth the trip - but make sure the museum is open because the people who work there are passionate about sharing what really happened in this spot. It is a beautiful and peaceful park, take your time to walk around and really think about what happened here and the memorials that have been put in place to remember the 100,000 people who lost their lives here.
9. Vilnius Old Town
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4.5 based on 6,001 reviews
Champagne Boutique in Old town, more than 100 Champagnes,Champagne testing and snacks.
Reviewed By gtsak - Vrilissia, Greece
Vilnius has a beautiful old city.An old city with many historical buildings , nice churches, pedestrian streets and many cafes and restaurants. Worth a visit for sure ,strolling around and don’t stay on the main street only try to find all the small streets around.You can spend the whole day strolling around.
10. Church of St. Theresa
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4.5 based on 288 reviews
Reviewed By MikaelF413 - Vantaa, Finland
If you want to see many beautiful churches, Vilnius is the place. This church is probably Vilnius’ best surviving example of Early Baroque churches, completed in 1650.
