Private Walking Tour of UNESCO Listed Vilnius Old Town

2–3 hours Free cancellation Private tour

Private Walking Tour of UNESCO Listed Vilnius Old Town, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

If you were never fond of history classes at school because there were too many numbers and not enough interesting stuff, this is the tour for you. And even if you are a history buff, it's a tour for you, as Vilnius has it all: an amazing history spanning hundreds of years, head-turning sights, heart-melting stories, fascinating people, and loads of photo ops.

Every century in Vilnius proved a turbulent time for this city, but its historic buildings survived. The best way to immerse yourself in Vilnius and its' history is by walking the cobbled streets of the compact Old Town to admire the carefully restored Baroque buildings and medieval charm that easily earned the city UNESCO World Heritage status.

Main points:

We spend around 20 minutes at each listed location, though timing is flexible.

St. Ann and Bernadine monastery complex

Uzupis Republic

The Cathedral and the Cathedral Square

Presidential Palace

Vilnius University

Piles str.

Former Jewish Quarter

Town Hall Square

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At a glance

Duration: 2–3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: Tour guide Monika Auksutyte

What is included

Included

Included: GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Vilnius Cathedral Square

30 min

We'll talk about the city's history and its foundation, its chosen location, its religion, and the road to independence from the Soviet Union. All in the largest and most important square of the city.
Stop 2

10 min

A short stop at the Presidential Palace to discuss politics and the social situation in Lithuania today
Vilnius University

20 min Admission included

We'll explore the campus grounds together. One of the oldest and most prominent universities in the area
Stikliu Street

20 min

In other words, known as the Jewish quarter of Vilnius, we explore this and other streets around to learn more about the Jewish history in Vilnius and Lithuania.
Town Hall Square Fountain

10 min

Connecting the old city's main arteries—the Jewish Quarter, the way to the Uzupis Republic, the street leading to the Cathedral, and the street leading to the Gates of Dawn
Stop 6

15 min

The main drag of the old town is filled with shops, cafes, restaurants, and great people-watching opportunities.
Church of St. Francis and St. Bernard

20 min

City's Gothic corner with the most picturesque angles.
Uzupis

30 min

The self-proclaimed independent artist Republic of Vilnius Quirky, fun, cool, and full of art, small shops, cafes, and other discoveries