Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Vilnius, Vilnius County

March 27, 2022 Tonie Szymanski

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

Ausros Vartu g. 14, Vilnius 01303 Lithuania +370 5 212 3513 [email protected] http://www.ausrosvartai.lt
Excellent
54%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 1,476 reviews

Gate of Dawn

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)

Maironio g. 8, Vilnius 01124 Lithuania 260 92 92 http://www.bernardinuansamblis.lt/en/index.php?option=com_content&view=section&layout=blog&id=1&Itemid=9
Excellent
48%
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4.5 based on 380 reviews

Bernardine Church (Bernardinu Baznycia)

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. St John's church

Sv. Jono g. 12 Vilnius University, Vilnius 01123 Lithuania +370 5 219 3029 [email protected] http://www.muziejus.vu.lt
Excellent
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4.5 based on 186 reviews

St John's church

Reviewed By thekruns - Sandefjord, Norway

The Church of St. John the Baptist & the Evangelist is located on Pilies street and is a part of the Vilnius University Complex. It’s got a Bell Tower beside it which is one among the highest building structures in Old Town.

4. Church Of St Peter And St Paul

Antakalnio g. 1, Vilnius 10312 Lithuania 234 02 29 http://www.vilnius-tourism.lt/en/what-to-see/places-to-visit/churches/church-of-st-peter-and-st-paul/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,204 reviews

Church Of St Peter And St Paul

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.

5. Holy Spirit Orthodox Church

Aushros Vartu g. 10, Vilnius 01303 Lithuania +370 5 212 7765
Excellent
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4.5 based on 444 reviews

Holy Spirit Orthodox Church

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.

6. Rasu Cemetery (Rasu kapines)

Sukileliu, Vilnius Lithuania
Excellent
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4.5 based on 136 reviews

Rasu Cemetery (Rasu kapines)

7. Vingis Park

M.K. Ciurlionio gatve, Vilnius Lithuania +370 5 261 1037 http://www.vilniausparkai.lt
Excellent
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4.5 based on 166 reviews

Vingis Park

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)

Agrastu 17, Vilnius Lithuania 260 20 01 http://www.memorialmuseums.org/eng/staettens/view/123/Paneriai-Memorial-and-Museum
Excellent
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4.5 based on 223 reviews

Paneriai (Ponar)

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

Vilnius 01129 Lithuania +370 5 262 9660 [email protected] http://vilnius-tourism.lt/en/
Excellent
65%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
5%
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4.5 based on 6,001 reviews

Vilnius Old Town

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

Aushros Vartu g. 12, Vilnius 01303 Lithuania http://www.ausrosvartai.lt/index.php
Excellent
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4.5 based on 288 reviews

Church of St. Theresa

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.

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