Vilnius often looks like an easy city to plan. The centre is small enough to explore on foot, many of the main sights are close to each other and you can see quite a lot without using much transport. So it makes sense to ask: how many days in Vilnius do you actually need? The…
Yes, Vilnius is worth visiting for a city break, especially if you enjoy walkable cities, beautiful old streets, quiet courtyards, green spaces and a calmer pace. I would not describe Vilnius as a city you visit for one world-famous landmark. It is not Paris with the Eiffel Tower or Rome with the Colosseum. Vilnius works…
Planning your first time in Vilnius is not something you need to overcomplicate. Vilnius is easy enough to explore without a strict hour-by-hour itinerary, especially if you stay somewhere practical and give yourself time to walk. But a bit of planning helps you avoid the annoying things, like booking a place that looks fine on…
Choosing where to stay in Vilnius can look like a neighborhood question. Old Town? Užupis? Naujamiestis? Somewhere quieter? Somewhere cheaper? But I think the better question is this: which specific place will make your trip easier? Vilnius is not a huge city, and many of the main places visitors want to see are quite close…
Vilnius Airport is one of the easiest airports I’ve used for getting into the city. It is close to Vilnius, the public transport stops are right outside the terminal and you do not need to plan a complicated airport transfer just to reach Old Town. Still, the best way to get from Vilnius Airport to…
Vilnius is a city that feels surprisingly different from one season to the next, so the best time to visit really depends on the kind of trip you want. Some travellers come for long sunny days and outdoor cafés, others prefer festive winter streets, spring blossoms or quieter autumn walks. If you want the easiest…
Public transport in Vilnius can feel tricky at first, even for locals who usually drive and only occasionally hop on a bus or trolleybus. But it’s not as complicated as it looks. Like many other things in Vilnius, the public transport system is digital. You can check routes on your phone from pretty much anywhere,…