Top Lithuania Art & Culture

Get an overview of Soviet rule in Vilnius during this 2 to 2.5-hour walking tour of the Lithuanian capital. See highlights such as Lukiškių Square, the Gediminas Monument, and the former KGB headquarters while listening to your guide's commentary on what life was like there under Soviet rule. You'll also see famous Soviet-era buildings, including the former Palace of Concerts and Sport, Opera and Ballet Theatre, and the House of Scientists.

If you don’t know the history behind the Jewish quarter of Lithuania’s capital city, you could miss out on a lot while exploring on your own. Opt instead to travel with a guide during this Vilnius Jewish cultural tour, and listen to stories from WWII. Walk on foot through the former Jewish quarter, including entrance to the Vilnius Choral Synagogue, and gain a better understanding for the significance of this area.

Explore Lithuania’s rich heritage on this 5-hour small-group sightseeing tour to Paneriai Memorial Park and Trakai Castle from Vilnius. Visit the Paneriai Memorial Park with a guide and gain insight into Lithuania’s World War II history. Enjoy panoramic countryside views on route to Trakai, home to the imposing Trakai Island Castle. Take a guided tour of the castle and learn of its role as Lithuania’s military and political center. Admire ancient treasures from the country’s colorful history in the museum and enjoy free time to explore before returning to Vilnius.

The capital city of Lithuania, Vilnius is a city with many cultural and historical attractions to explore, but also more than a few quirks best explained by a Vilnius local. With this tour, you can organize with your Lokafyer guide in advance what you’d like to see and to do in Vilnius to tailor your visit. Experience a new, more personal approach to travel that prioritizes local perspectives.

Explore the historic city streets of Lithuania’s capital while avoiding the crowds of tourists and locals on this small-group morning tour. Wander through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town, taking in popular landmarks and hidden gems that most tourists miss, all while sipping on a freshly brewed cup of tea or coffee.

Give your sightseeing in Vilnius some direction and learn more about the city’s Old Town with this self-guided audio tour. Learn interesting facts about Vilnius and Lithuania and experience the city from a local’s perspective as you’re guided from one major landmark or attraction to the next, including the Bell Tower of Vilnius Cathedral, the Presidential Palace, and several churches.

Vilnius is the only European capital founded on a dream. This self-guided audio tour through Vilnius Old Town lets you walk that story from its origin at Cathedral Square to the Gate of Dawn, the last surviving medieval gate guarding a miraculous painting that has outlasted every army sent to destroy the city. Along the way, you'll stand on the exact tile where a 600km human chain for freedom ended, step into a bohemian republic that declared independence on April Fool's Day, and trace the lost Jewish Quarter once known as the "Jerusalem of the North." No fixed schedule, no group to keep up with — just press play when you're ready, pause for coffee on Pilies Street, and pick up right where you left off, even offline. If you'd rather linger over a story than be rushed past it, this Vilnius walking tour fits the way you actually travel. Over 20,000 travelers have explored with our self-guided tours, and a full refund guarantee means there's nothing to lose.

An interactive Historical Klaipeda Old Town tour explores the "lost" city of Memel, using 19th-20th century photographs and quizzes to connect visitors with daily life and the region's borderland history between East and West. The tour focuses on identifying Prussian artifacts, uncovering Soviet-era stories, and highlighting the distinction between Klaipeda and its historic name, Memel. Our aim for the tour ♦️Understand the distinction between Klaipeda and Memel- find an artifacts of the old PRUSSIAN culture. ♦️Reveal remarkable stories from the SOVIET OCCUPATION ERA ♦️Enjoy your day in LITHUANIA

Explore both the ancient and modern corners of Vilnius on this small-group bike tour. Pedaling a provided bike lets you travel like a local and cover much more ground than you could on a walking tour. Simply pedal along and soak in the scenery on this tour while your guide provides the navigation and commentary on UNESCO-listed Vilnius' history, architecture, culture, and modern life. Highlights include Cathedral Square, the Gate of Dawn, the Uzupis, and other must-see stops.

While there are many tours to explore the historic city of Trakai, this half-day bus tour adds so much more. Hop aboard a coach in downtown Vilnius for a trip through Soviet-era blocks and the UNESCO-listed Old Town before heading out to Trakai. Then, discover Trakai’s castle and stories of Teutonic Knights, basketball heritage, Soviet-era architecture, and much more. Plus, you have the option to sample some classic Lithuanian dishes with your guide (own expense) or enjoy free time to explore.

Journey through the Old Town of Kaunas, one of Lithuania's oldest cities, on this private tour. See the diverse architectural styles spanning from the 14th to 18th centuries and delve into the rich history and culture of Lithuania as you explore landmarks like Kaunas Castle, St. George the Martyr Church, and the Vytaurtas Great Bridge. Additionally, for groups of up to four, you can visit the IX Fort Museum as a bonus.

Explore the capital of Lithuania with your very own tour guide during this private walking tour. Explore the Old Town and Uzupis district to see key landmarks such as the Presidential Palace, the Gates of Dawn, St. Anne’s Church, and much more. Learn about the city’s rich history and culture from your informative guide as you walk through the narrow streets and open-air galleries.

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.

Take a trip from Vilnius to Riga and on the way learn about the history and people of two countries. Our knowledgeable local guides take a small group, maximum of 8 people, for a fun filled 12 hour road trip through Lithuania and Latvia. Get a glimpse of Lithuanian life outside of Vilnius. You’ll visit Kaunas, the second biggest city in Lithuania, with beautiful churches and picturesque Old Town. We’ll discover the Hill of Crosses that is a famous pilgrimage destination and a site of resistance against Soviet occupation. After crossing the Latvian border you’ll be amazed by the Rundāle Palace that is considered the grandest stately home in the Baltics and a true gem of Baroque architecture and of South-Latvian countryside. Before reaching Riga we’ll visit the monumental Salaspils Memorial Ensemble to victims of Fascism to learn about the II World War in the Baltic countries.

Pre-book tickets to the VILNIL Museum of Illusions to experience mind-bending exhibits, optical illusions, and multi-sensory installations. Booking VILNIL Museum of Illusions tickets online combines the convenience of advance planning with the flexibility to arrive at any point during museum hours; you'll save time without being limited by a fixed entry.

Take a private tour of Vilnius’ picturesque Old Town while starring in a photo shoot with a professional photographer. Learn about the Lithuanian capital’s history and architecture while its palaces and cathedrals provide an impressive background for your shots. You’ll return home with images that rise above typical vacation snapshots.

NB: The tour is conducted in English language. 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 with a yellow sign, umbrella, or bag. During the first hour, you’ll explore key historical sites, including the Lower Palace 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.

Kaunas can sometimes feel overlooked by visitors. Take the mystery out of the city by exploring with a local on a private walking tour. This personalized experience lets you admire the exterior of landmarks, including museums, while learning about Kaunas’ history and culture. If you’d like to include a museum visit, your guide can adapt the itinerary to your interests—just let us know in advance. Your guide contacts you beforehand to understand your preferences, ensuring you experience the highlights and hidden treasures that interest you most. Perfect for families, solo travelers, or couples, this tour uncovers local gems and insider knowledge for a deeper connection to Kaunas.

Discover the religious, cultural, and political significance of one of Lithuania’s most sacred sites—the Hill of Crosses—on this full-day tour from Vilnius. Admire the hundreds of crosses that cover the hillside, learn about the UNESCO-listed tradition of cross making, and explore the Great Battle District to hear more about Lithuania’s fight for independence.

Travel between Vilnius and Riga with ease and see the best of both cities on this full-day transfer tour. Depart from Vilnius and travel with a driver-guide to The Hill of Crosses, learning about the area’s history from a provided guidebook. Afterward, continue on to Rundale Palace and Bauska Castle. Your tour concludes at your Riga accommodation.

The main attraction of the tour is Cold War Museum near Plateliai. Cold War Museum is located in the former Soviet Union`s complex of ballistic missile silo launch. Since 1963 up to 1978, there had been deployed four medium- range ballistic missiles SS-4, armed with 2-megaton power thermonuclear warheads. These missiles, together with the nearby terrestrial platforms of analogue missile launching, had created a common Soviet nuclear armament group in Lithuania, which was able to destroy all the Europe.

Explore the vibrant heart of Kaunas on this 90-minute self-guided walking tour, where history, art, and architecture come alive. Begin at the Freedom Avenue Fountain and stroll through Vienybės Square past the Vytautas the Great War Museum. Admire the city’s modernist buildings and colorful Yard Gallery street art, then wander the cobblestone streets of Old Town with its Gothic churches, Renaissance merchant houses, and Choral Synagogue, the sole survivor of 35 historic synagogues. Visit the Cathedral Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul, Town Hall Square, and the Palace of Dukes, before ending at the legendary Kaunas Castle. Tour Highlights: • Discover Kaunas’ UNESCO-listed modernist architecture. • Explore medieval streets and historic landmarks of Old Town. • Experience vibrant street art and cultural storytelling at the Yard Gallery. • Stand at Kaunas Castle and learn its legendary tales.

Discover the Lithuanian capital of Vilnius and the medieval Trakai Castle—both UNESCO World Heritage sites—on this full-day tour. See the Gate of Dawn, St Anne’s Church, and Cathedral Square on a guided tour of Vilnius; visit the Paneriai memorial Museum; and explore the fairy-tale castle of Trakai, on the shores of Lake Galvė.