All Vilnius Tours & Excursions in 2026

Get an overview of Vilnius’s Old Town, without the pressure of planning and researching your own sightseeing route, on this group walking tour. After meeting your guide, let them lead the way as they take you down the narrow cobbled streets of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy an itinerary that includes the Presidential Palace, the Gate of Dawn, and St. Anne's Church.

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.

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.

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.

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.

In the husky village, you will meet husky sled dogs, learn how to communicate and interact with them during a walk, and also enjoy the wild nature of a picturesque forests.

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.

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.

Save time and money while sightseeing at the Hill of Crosses by combining a full-day tour with one-way transportation from Vilnius to Riga. After your visit to the Hill of Crosses, one of Lithuania’s most popular destinations, continue into Latvia and see the magnificent Rundale Palace and the medieval Bauska Castle. Your tour ends with drop-off at your Riga hotel.

Soviet history buffs and fans of the HBO series Chernobyl will enjoy this tour of the show’s filming locations in Vilnius. Your guide will take you to the district of Fabijoniškės, which stood in for the Ukrainian nuclear power plant city of Pripyat in the series. You’ll learn about the nuclear disaster and what life was like under Soviet occupation. The tour ends at a former KGB prison that now serves as the Museum of Occupations and Freedom Fights.

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.

Instead of working out how to best explore the Old Town and Uzupis neighborhoods of Vilnius, on this private guided walking tour, visit a curated selection of local landmarks and attractions. Visit the independent artists' republic near the Old Town, discover hidden gems across the city that most tourists miss, wander through the historic Cathedral Square, and much more.

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.

There are many spots throughout Vilnius and Trakai that you can take in each location’s skyline, but it’s pretty hard to beat the view from a hot air balloon flying above the city. Choose to sail through the skies over Vilnius, taking in sights of its historic Old Town, or spy the scenic lakes and forests near Trakai Castle. Note that passengers must weigh no more than 120kg to participate.

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. This tour is not recommended for travelers with heart problems or serious medical conditions.

This experience combines kayaking with a unique sunset and night-time view of Vilnius city. Unlike standard daytime rentals, you will see the city transform as lights reflect on the Neris River. The experience includes transportation to the starting point, making it easy and convenient, and is suitable for both beginners and experienced paddlers.

Discover the best of the Baltics—without worrying about planning logistics—on this 8-day group tour of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia. Visit key cities and landmarks such as Vilnius, the Hill of Crosses, Riga, the Episcopal Palace, Tallinn, and much more. Learn about each location’s rich history stretching as far back as medieval times and find out which Baltic country is your favorite.

Discover an impressive object for history buffs – a Cold War-era shelter-bunker “Automatika”. This structure was built in 1984 and was intended to protect residents in the event of the use of nuclear, biological, chemical or other weapons of mass destruction. The shelter is small, but it stands out for its abundance of authentic details, so once you find yourself in it, you will unknowingly travel not only in space, but also in time. The tour takes place in darkness but with a use of flashlights. Here you can not only hear amazing stories from our guides, but also open, touch and even launch some exhibits!

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.

Get to know a local Vilnius family by dining with them in their own home. This private dinner offers an intimate experience of Lithuanian culture and cuisine, with a homecooked, seasonal meal based on traditional family recipes, along with lively conversation. This is a special opportunity to see a real slice of life in Vilnius.

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.

The Hill of Crosses and Rundale Palace are two of Lithuania’s highlights on the way to Riga, but it can be tricky to tick off both without a car. On this full-day private tour, enjoy a one-way transfer from your Vilnius hotel to Riga, with stops at both attractions. Learn about the history of Lithuania and Latvia from your driver and pause at The Hill of Crosses and Rundale Palace before finishing your day in Riga.

Vilnius’s Old Town is compact, but without a guide to point out landmarks and the stories behind each monument, it can be hard to make sense of the city’s century-spanning history. On this walking tour, check off key highlights within just a few hours, including the Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania and Old Arsenal Building—with admission tickets to descend into the Crypts of Vilnius Cathedral.