Things to Do in Vilnius
Top attractions, best neighborhoods to wander, and the food you shouldn't skip in Vilnius, Lithuania — 2026 traveler picks.
Top places to see
Old Town (UNESCO)
One of Europe's largest medieval Old Towns. Gediminas Tower + Cathedral Square + Užupis bohemian district. Free walking.
Užupis (self-declared republic)
Bohemian quarter that declared independence on April 1, 1997. Constitution wall + art installations + cafes. Free walking. Unique Vilnius experience.
Hill of Crosses (Šiauliai — 200 km)
100,000+ crosses planted on a hill since 14th century. UNESCO heritage. 2 hours from Vilnius. For 8+ hour layovers via rental car.
KGB Museum (Genocide Victims Museum)
Sobering museum in former KGB headquarters. €4. 1.5 hours. Soviet-era underground cells + Lithuanian resistance history.
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Things to do in Vilnius
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Tours, tickets & day trips
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Cepelinai (potato dumplings stuffed with meat) at any Lithuanian restaurant. Šaltibarščiai (cold beet soup, pink in summer). Lithuanian dark rye bread + smoked sausage anywhere.
Local tip
VNO is 7km from Old Town — train (€0.70, 7 min) is the fastest cheap option (departs from terminal). Bolt + eRoam ride-share work well. Vilnius is a hidden gem — much less touristy than Tallinn or Riga.
Where to stay
Hotels across Vilnius — filter by neighborhood + budget on the map below.