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The Perfect 7 Days in Vilnius

A balanced 7-day plan for Vilnius, built around its top-rated sights so each day flows without backtracking — plus a bite to eat along the way. Like it? Make it your own in a couple of taps.

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Day 1The Big Highlights

  1. Morning

    Vilnius Upper Castle

    Perched above Vilnius, Gediminas' iconic tower crowns the hilltop with sweeping panoramic city views.

  2. Afternoon

    Gediminas Tower

    Climb Vilnius's iconic tower for sweeping city views and centuries of Lithuanian history.

  3. Evening

    Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania

    Explore the magnificent restored palace of Lithuania's Grand Duchy rulers in the heart of Vilnius.

Where to eat: 9 drakonaiChinese — a well-loved local spot.

Day 2Culture & Icons

  1. Morning

    St. John the Baptist and St. John the Apostle and Evangelist

    A stunning Gothic Catholic church dating to 1387, nestled within the historic Vilnius University complex.

  2. Afternoon

    Presidential Palace of the Republic of Lithuania

    Discover Lithuania's seat of power, an elegant historic residence at the heart of Vilnius.

  3. Evening

    Radziwiłł Palace

    Step inside the grand 17th-century residence of the powerful Radvila dynasty, lords of the Grand Duchy.

Where to eat: Ad AstrumRegional — a well-loved local spot.

Day 3Culture & Icons

  1. Morning

    Vilniaus senasis teatras

    Historic theatre presenting drama and theatrical performances.

  2. Afternoon

    Museum of Occupations and Freedom Fights

    Step inside the feared Soviet KGB headquarters and its chilling cells, unchanged since 1991.

  3. Evening

    Lukiškės Square

    Vilnius's grand Soviet-era square, now a vibrant public space hosting events and cultural gatherings in the city's heart.

Where to eat: Algirdo 24A well-loved local spot.

Day 4Culture & Icons

  1. Morning

    Lithuanian National Opera and Ballet Theatre

    Experience world-class opera and ballet performances in Lithuania's stunning national theatre.

  2. Afternoon

    Energy and technology museum

    Museum exploring energy and engineering history through industrial artifacts and displays.

  3. Evening

    The Former Detention House

    Step inside a real 19th-century arrest house and uncover Vilnius's gripping stories of crime and punishment.

Where to eat: AmandusFusion — a well-loved local spot.

Day 5Culture & Icons

  1. Morning

    The Hill of the Three Crosses

    Three white crosses honor martyred monks, demolished by Soviets and triumphantly restored at Lithuanian independence.

  2. Afternoon

    Bernardinai Garden

    A serene riverside park in Vilnius's Old Town, perfect for strolling among centuries of Baltic history.

  3. Evening

    Church of St. Francis

    A stunning Gothic masterpiece tucked in Vilnius's Old Town, beloved for its ornate Bernardine art and history.

Where to eat: Asia VietAsian — a well-loved local spot.

Day 6Culture & Icons

  1. Morning

    St. Anne's Church

    A breathtaking 15th-century Gothic church, its ornate red-brick spires are among Eastern Europe's most stunning.

  2. Afternoon

    Gate of Dawn

    Vilnius's last medieval gate, crowned by a revered Catholic chapel drawing pilgrims for centuries.

  3. Evening

    Tuskulėnai Manor Palace

    A haunting neoclassical manor where excavations revealed 706 victims of Soviet-era atrocities.

Where to eat: AugustinA well-loved local spot.

Day 7Parks & Slower Moments

  1. Morning

    Skulptūra krepšiniui

    A striking steel sculpture celebrating Lithuania's beloved basketball culture, accessible to all visitors.

  2. Afternoon

    Vingis Park

    Vilnius's beloved riverside park offers sweeping open meadows and shaded paths perfect for a peaceful afternoon.

  3. Evening

    TV Tower

    Soar 326 meters above Vilnius for breathtaking panoramas from Lithuania's iconic Soviet-era television tower.

Where to eat: Ąžuolyno VirtuvėPizza — a well-loved local spot.

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