Top Vilnius Historical Tours

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.

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.

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.

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.

Explore both the ancient and modern corners of Vilnius on this half-day bike tour. Pedaling a provided bike lets you travel like a local and cover muc 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.

Enhance your experience of Vilnius’ enchanting Old Town on a private 3-hour tour of the city’s most picturesque district. With a knowledgeable guide, stroll the ambient tangle of streets and gain fascinating insight into the city’s rich Jewish heritage. Hear of influential Jewish figures like the Gaon of Vilna and admire an incredible architectural array steeped in religious history. Receive the undivided attention of your guide on this private and customizable tour.

See an unusual side of Vilnius on a ghost walking tour. Learn about the city’s dark secrets and superstitions from your guide as you wander the dim-lit streets of Old Town. Visit Vilnius Satan House and Kingdom of Death and spot eerie church frescoes. Take a shot of “Devil’s drink” as you explore the city.

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, and gain a better understanding for the significance of this area.

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.

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.

Explore Lithuanian history and tradition on this private Anykščiai and the Hill of Crosses day trip from Vilnius. Explore Lithuania’s 19th-century engineering history on the narrow-gauge railway. Visit the Ethnographic Horse Museum with a private guide and see how the horse helped develop Lithuania’s farming traditions. Take in local attractions such as the Roman Catholic Church of St Matthias — the tallest church in Lithuania — and test your mettle on the treetop rope course in the Aukštaitija National Park. Then, spend time at the Hill of Crosses, a popular pilgrimage site.

Explore the Lithuanian capital of Vilnius, the archaeological site of Kernave, and the historic city of Trakai on this full-day tour from Vilnius. After taking in the highlights of Vilnius’ UNESCO-listed Old Town, continue to see the ancient hill forts of Kernave, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Finally, visit the island castle of Trakai, set sail on a cruise around the lake (optional), and tuck into a traditional Lithuanian lunch at a local restaurant (own expense).

Explore Dzūkija County on this 1-day south Lithuania tour from Vilnius. Visit the 16th-century village of Pirčiupiai with a guide and gain insight into Lithuania’s rich history. Admire imposing Soviet-era statues in Grūtas Park. Take a step back in time at the ethnographic village in Zervynos and see how life played out in centuries passed. Discover top attractions such as the Eye of Ūla and the Merkinė Hill Fort in the Dzūkija National Park, and gaze over the Neman River. Then, discover 17th-century treasures in the historic village of Liškiava.

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.

Spend the day away from the hustle and bustle of the city during this 4-hour  private tour from Vilnius to Trakai. Discover the beautiful 15th-century castle set upon an island learn about the culture of the Karaites, whose influence can be seen in the structures of Trakai. Spend your time admiring the beautiful Lithuanian countryside and surrounding lakes before heading back to the city.

Get a tour of Trakai Historical National Park focused on the castles and manors surrounding the park. History and culture lovers will be fascinated by the narrative surrounding these structures, including the manor house in Uzutrakis, the ruins of the medieval Peninsula Castle, the fairytale manor in Lentvaris, and Trakai Island Castle. Listen to guided commentary focused on the Russian Old Believers, the Karaims, and other local communities.

Explore top Lithuanian attractions with ease on this Anykščiai day trip from Vilnius. Admire important monuments in the ancient town of Anykščiai such as the Roman Catholic Church of St Matthias — the tallest church in Lithuania. Explore the region’s rail heritage on the narrow-gauge railway and learn the importance of the horse to Lithuania’s development at the Ethnographic Horse Museum. Delve deep into the Aukštaitija National Park and test your nerve on the treetop rope course. Admire fine views over the dense forests, then return in comfort to Vilnius.

Discover Vilnius’ tumultuous past during this 2-hour private walking tour through the Old Town district. Visit key landmarks like the main square, one of the city's oldest buildings, Lukiskiu Prison, and the Museum of Genocide Victims as you listen to informative commentary from your private tour guide. Learn about the history and culture of the city including what life was like during the World War II and Soviet eras.

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 tour, depart from your Vilnius hotel and travel by vehicle to both. 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.

Join us in exploring another side of Lithuania and visit the South of the country for beautiful nature and quirky local history. Our knowledgeable local guides take a small group, up to 8 people, for a fun-filled day in the Druskininkai area. Discover with us stories and places you would never stumble across on your own.

HBO series Chernobyl was filmed in a Vilnius one of the sleeping quarters – Fabijoniškės. During the tour you will visit Fabijoniskes as well as other filming sites and learn about soviet life as well as Chernobyl catastrophe. The town of Pripyat (‘peaceful atom’), created in the late sixties to service the plant, was built during few decades as the symbol of a friendship between the soviet nations. Most of the Soviet republics had their town districts built by then. That is why the series were shot in Vilnius quarter Fabijoniskes that served as an example of Pripyat. One of the most-visited museums in Lithuania is an actual KGB prison and still has its KGB cells and torture chambers intact. The original pieces of furniture where prisoners were held were used in the shooting of the series. We will end our tour at the KGB building, so you will be able to visit it on your own.

Main streets and intersections, rivers and bridges, panoramic spots within the Old Town, natural and urban, secretive and recognizable landmarks - and you have a comprehensive summary of Vilnius as vibrant city. You are invited to save your precious traveling time by jumping on an electric scooter and following a local guide for an alternative sightseeing experience. Please note that this tour is only available from the age of 12.

This comprehensive bike tour introduces you to the Vilnius of locals. Cycle through the historical Old Town, a modern business district, a charming quarter filled with little wooden houses and a Soviet-era residential area for an unusual, unexpected and unforgettable impression of the city.

Experience Vilnius firsthand on a half-day bike tour that covers the city’s historical heritage along with vibrant districts outside of the Old Town. As you pedal through the city, you’ll explore Old Town landmarks including Cathedral Square, take in the creative vibe of the Uzupis district, and check out typical Lithuanian foods at the Hales Turgus market. Includes use of bike, helmet, and rain gear for your ride.