Gate of Dawn (Ausros Vartai) Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Gate of Dawn. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

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It costs nothing to visit the Gate of Dawn, which is a place of worship. However, guided tours can help you learn about its history. Shared walking tours start at roughly US$29, while city bike tours go from US$34. Private walking tours are available from US$76.

Yes, it’s worth visiting the Gate of Dawn; it’s easy to reach and an interesting Old Town attraction. The gate is a regular part of local walking tours due to its central location, its being a place of worship within an old city fortification, and its "miraculous" painting of Mary.

Yes, the Gate of Dawn holds religious services that you can attend. Services are held in either Lithuanian or Polish. Holy Mass is held several times per day, and special additional services are available on religious holidays. Come early if you plan to attend services at the small, busy chapel.

Yes, the Gate of Dawn is accessible to visitors with reduced mobility, including those who use wheelchairs. An elevator provides wheelchair access from street level up to the chapel. However, it’s best to contact the parish in advance if you need information on the elevator's dimensions or access.

It doesn’t take long to visit the Gate of Dawn, as it’s relatively small. Most people find they need only five minutes, but pilgrims or those with a particular interest in Our Lady of the Gate of Dawn painting and its reported miracles may want to spend longer.