Discover the best walking tours in Vilnius - from sightseeing tours and cultural experiences to adventure activities and day trips with top-rated local guides.
Best Walking Tours in Vilnius
Discover the beauty of Vilnius on foot with our curated
walking tours. Whether you're visiting for the first time
or looking to uncover hidden gems, exploring Vilnius by walking lets you
experience its culture, history, and landmarks up close.
Step back in time and explore 50 years of Soviet rule on this 2 to 2.5-hour walking tour of Vilnius. Follow a guide through the grand streets of Vilnius and enjoy some imposing Soviet-era architecture. Discover the most famous Soviet heritage sites such as Palace of Concerts and Sports, National Opera and Ballet theater, etc. As you explore, gain insight into life in Vilnius under Soviet rule and find out how this bustling city ticks.
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Step back in time to get acquainted with a community that earned Vilnius the title "Jerusalem of Lithuania" and the times that changed the face of Vilnius forever. Walk around the former Jewish quarter, Small & Big Ghettos during WWII looking for traces of the past. Find out where the famous Jewish scholar Vilna Gaon lived and much more from the Jewish history of Vilnius.
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Explore the charming Vilnius Old Town on a captivating walking tour that unveils the rich history and culture inside its cobbled narrow streets! You will visit the highlights of this UNESCO World Heritage site as well as some hidden gems with a professional local guide.
On this 2.5-hour tour, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of how Vilnius has evolved over the centuries, along with deeper insights into the defining features of its Old Town. But this isn’t just a history lesson! You’ll also see how the city continues to transform today. The experience includes a brief stop at a local shop where you can sample traditional Lithuanian treats, adding a flavorful touch to your journey. Along the way, our knowledgeable guides will answer your questions about politics, economics, and education, offering a unique glimpse into everyday life in Vilnius.
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Discover the charm of Vilnius with our exclusive Morning Coffee Walking Tour, a perfect way to start your day in Lithuania’s historical capital. Embark on a leisurely 1.5-hour journey through the cobbled streets and hidden backyards of the UNESCO-listed Old Town, where history, culture, and architecture blend seamlessly. Led by an experienced local guide, this tour invites you to uncover the hidden gems, secret courtyards, and must-see landmarks of Vilnius while enjoying a freshly brewed cup of coffee along the way.
As you stroll through the city’s enchanting streets, you’ll explore Vilnius’s rich multicultural and multi religious heritage. Along the way, you’ll venture off the beaten path to discover the charming hidden courtyards that capture the essence of Old Town’s history and character.
Start your day with culture, history, and a warm cup of coffee!
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Take a walk with a local guide through the cobbled streets of an old town and experience your personal story of Vilnius. Get to know the spirit of Vilnius on this 2-2,5-hour walking tour. Don't miss any must see's in the old town and independent artists state of Užupis. Discover hidden gems and the most interesting places in Vilnius, while hearing the stories behind the history and admire the views that will define your trip to Lithuania's capital.
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Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see. With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.
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The 20th century contains one of the saddest pages in Lithuanian history. In this tour you will experience the breathtaking Lithuanian spirit for freedom during the difficult and dark times of the Soviet occupation.
In the authentic former KGB prison, you will see the real tools of Soviet oppression, you will hear doors squeaking with pain, you will smell the coldness of torturing hearts.
Be invited to walk in the footsteps of Lithuanian resistance and feel the Lithuanian drive for freedom defended with bare hands and songs against the brutality of the Soviet tanks.
The tour starts in the center of Vilnius. You will see:
• Lukiskes square;
• Lukiškių Prison;
• Lithuanian Parliament (Seimas);
• KGB Museum.
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Feel like exploring Vilnius in a more creative way? This special tour will show you around the beautiful Old Town of the Lithuanian capital by having a spontaneous photoshoot at its most fascinating spots. As a result, you will get a gallery of beautifully edited pictures in colour, sepia and black and white to keep as a unique memory of your trip. A different and fun way to get the best out of your Vilnius experience!
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This is a City Quest that combines the excitement of a treasure hunt, the fun of an orientation game, and the knowledge of a self-guided tour. All you need is a smartphone to participate!
Our City Quests are full of puzzles to solve, codes to crack and fun facts about the city's sights and history. It's a great way to explore the city while having fun with your team. And at the end of the quest you will get a summary of your adventure.
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This private tour is to give You a general understanding of Vilnius Old Town history and culture. Tick the must-see boxes for Old Town as well as the artistic Uzupis district.
You will start your walk at the Cathedral square – in the original place where the city of Vilnius was founded. You will learn that in its long 700 year old history Vilnius has a lot to tell. Through centuries it transformed from rural pagan town to a fully modern city of Northern Europe.
Proceed into the old town and will visit the narrowest street of Vilnius, Presidential Palace, Vilnius university, and its surroundings. You will leave the city through the only remaining gate, Gates of Dawn, of the former defensive wall, You will then stroll to admire a fascinating Vilnius panorama from the hill of Barbacan.
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Travel back in time and uncover the medieval history of Vilnius, exploring the city’s past and its legendary rulers. From ancient settlers to the Grand Dukes, this tour offers a captivating look at how Vilnius and Lithuania developed through the centuries.
Your adventure begins at the monument of Grand Duke Gediminas, where you’ll meet your guide, easily recognizable by a yellow sign, umbrella, or bag. During the first hour, you’ll explore key historical sites, including the Old Arsenal, the National Museum and Gediminas Castle (viewed from below, without climbing the hill). Along the way, you’ll learn about Lithuania’s first inhabitants, the Baltic tribes and much more!
Next, step inside Vilnius Cathedral and descend beneath its grand halls into the crypts. These chambers hold centuries-old secrets, from noble burials to hidden stories waiting to be revealed. Learn about the significance of the Cathedral, the rulers laid to rest here, and the mysteries that still linger.
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On this self guided audio tour, I’ll show you my hometown from a local perspective telling stories about it that I find fascinating along with some of my own, personal stories. We’ll start in the heart of the city, at Cathedral Square, then stroll through the cobbled streets of the old town and end at the Gate of Dawn.
Throughout their history, Lithuania and the other Baltic states have followed a different path to the rest of Europe. It’s a path that’s not well-known to the wider world. But since Lithuania became independent in 1990, its capital Vilnius has opened up to the world, merging influences both local and international.
You'll discover:
• How we celebrate Vilnius’ Birthday
• The independence of the Baltic states and why we consider it a miracle
• Why Lithuanian hot chocolate is the best hot chocolate
• Where to watch the stars and planets in Vilnius
• The street with the best local craftsmen
• Why a Vilnius hangman had up to seven wives
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This is an orienteering tour where you will be accompanied by a guide via WhatsApp (or Messenger). A personal guide will lead you on a private tour, where you will have to find sightseeing objects by following clues received from the guide. After finding the allocated sights, you will receive a short history of the place or monument in audio, text or video format. You will then receive a new clue and continue the route. Overall, this route around the Great Vilnius ghetto is about 2.5 km long, so you will have a great opportunity to get to know the life of the Jews imprisoned here during World War II.
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As it is a private tour you will get personal attention from a local expert guide.
Discover history of the city and whole country along with personal stories of the life behind Iron Curtain while observing architecture and trying dishes from Soviet era in former Soviet style canteen (it will cost ~18 Eur/person to experience formerly cheap food/drink).
Find out why kitchens in Soviet blocks were limited to 9 square meters in size, why canned green peas and mayonnaise were top products at that time and why only civil registration of marriage could guarantee the happiness in your marriage, how taxi drivers created new wedding traditions, and why there was no sex in the Soviet Union!
Have 15 Eur on hands for a brunch in Soviet style canteen that will make you satiated and temporary happy.
Learn about many oddities, quirky rules, misleading propaganda, state lies and real deprivation.
Expect to get much more than from a regular join-in tour, get an unbiased advise and make a new friend.
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Explore another part of amazing Vilnius Old Town on a captivating walking tour with a professional local guide. During the tour you will visit many magic places of Vilnius, you will see the highlights of Unesco World Heritage site as well as some spots off the beaten tracks. The tour covers not only magic topics. You will get acquainted with the array of legends describing another history of Vilnius. And of course you will get a magical homework, which you will extremely enjoy. This tour will be interesting to the families with children, solo travelers, culture vultures and others
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Wear comfortable shoes — Vilnius streets may be cobblestoned.
Don’t miss trying local food or drink
Look out for public fountains to refill your water.
Book tickets in advance to skip the lines at popular attractions.
Guided vs. Self-Guided Walking Tours
A guided walking tour offers expert insights, historical
context, and often includes skip-the-line access to major landmarks. If you
prefer flexibility, a self-guided route lets you explore
Vilnius at your own pace using maps and mobile apps.
Combining both options is ideal for a complete experience.
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