Welcome to
Next Stop Vilnius
On this blog, you’ll find guides to travelling in Vilnius, tips and tricks, and things to do for various occasions. Everything is written by a local who has lived here for 20 years.
Planning your first trip to Vilnius? Start with my free mini guide, then explore practical guides on where to stay, what to do, and how to get around.
Plan your trip to Vilnius
Practical guides to help you plan your Vilnius trip with more confidence
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How many days do you need in Vilnius?
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…
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Is Vilnius worth visiting for a city break?
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…
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First time in Vilnius: what to know before you go
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…
Explore Vilnius
Ideas and local tips for discovering Vilnius at your own pace
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Top things to do in Vilnius
There are plenty of things to do in Vilnius, but I do not think every traveller needs the same checklist. That is why I do not really like “must-see” lists. We all travel differently. What feels essential to one person can be completely uninteresting to someone else. If you do not like history, you do…
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2 days in Vilnius: what to see on your first visit
If you’re visiting Vilnius for the first time, 2 days is enough to see the main sights without turning the trip into a race. You can explore the Old Town, spend time around Cathedral Square, climb up for city views and still leave space for coffee breaks, dinner and a bit of wandering. This itinerary…
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Where to eat in Vilnius
Choosing where to eat in Vilnius is not always as easy as it sounds. The city has plenty of options, but that does not automatically make the decision simpler. Some places work better when you want a quick and easy meal, others are better for dinner, drinks, Lithuanian food, or a coffee and pastry break…
