Vilnius for a weekend
Vilnius has one of the largest baroque old towns in Europe, a playful artists’ quarter and a relaxed, green feel. Compact and good value, with a deep Jewish history (the ‘Jerusalem of Lithuania’).
What to see in two days
- The baroque Old Town
- Gediminas Tower view
- Cathedral Square
- Užupis, the artists’ ‘republic’
- Gate of Dawn
Where to stay
- Old Town: Everything within a short walk Hotels on the map
- Užupis: Bohemian and quiet, by the river Hotels on the map
- Naujamiestis: Near the station, newer and cheaper Hotels on the map
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From the airport
The airport is only 6 km away: the train reaches the central station in about 8 min (daytime), express bus 3G the centre in about 10 min, bus 88 in 15–20 min.
Official transport sites: Vilnius Airport: trains · JUDU: airport by public transport
When to go
Best: May–September (long, light evenings). December has the Christmas tree on Cathedral Square; winters are cold with short days.
Average weather by month
Averages for 2016–2025: daytime high and days with rain (1 mm or more) per month. Source: Open-Meteo (ERA5).
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