Book Flights to Vilnius (VNO)

Interesting facts about Vilnius
A multi-national city that was formerly a European Capital of Culture, the Lithuanian capital of Vilnius has a long history. It is home to one of the biggest Old Towns in Europe, where the streets are lined with beautiful architecture and plentiful attractions can be found. The city also boasts numerous museums, parks, and monuments, providing great diversity for an interesting city break. Make the most of your time in the city and don’t miss the highlights with this Finnair travel guide to Vilnius. The pastel-coloured buildings of the Old Town look like dolls’ houses, and the atmospheric cellar restaurants provide a historic atmosphere. The mediaeval Gediminas’ Tower, within Gediminas’ Castle, is well worth a visit, not least because the walk up to the hill provides sweeping views over the city. Known locally as Senamiestis, the Old Town is also home to Vilna Ghetto, the former Jewish part of Vilnius. The Užupis neighbourhood is popular among artists, and the district declared itself an independent republic in 1997. Filled with quaint cafes and galleries, Užupis is home to St. Anne’s, one of the most beautiful churches in Lithuania, and the world’s only monument to Frank Zappa. The Museum of Genocide Victims, which is located in former KGB headquarters, is a testament to the darker history of the city. Other museums around Vilnius include the National Museum of Lithuania, the Contemporary Art Centre, the Customs Museum, Vilna Gaon State Jewish Museum and the Literary Museum of Alexander Pushkin. The Crooked Castle is one of Vilnius’s most unique attractions, while other highlights include Vilnius Cathedral, the Presidential Palace, the art-filled walkway of Literatų Gatvė, and the Gothic Town Hall. There are several historic cemeteries that attract numerous visitors; these include the peaceful Bernardine Cemetery and the city’s oldest cemetery of Rasos. Vilnius is a green and leafy city with plenty of pleasant parks to escape from the city’s hustle and bustle for a while. Balsiai Mythological Park is filled with interesting statues from mythology, religion, and folklore, the large Park Vingis offers diverse leisure options, and Verkiai Regional Park provides great views and a very accurate replica of the Way of the Cross in Jerusalem. Spend an evening at the Lithuanian Opera and Ballet Theatre, catch a sports game, take a hot air balloon tour … there are many diverse ways to have fun in Vilnius. Vilnius has several large shopping centres, though most of its stores are fairly small and scattered around the city. The city is particularly known for its woollen hats and socks and products made from amber. There are various ways of getting around Vilnius and many of the major sights are in a relatively compacted area.Sights in Vilnius
Things to See and Do Near Vilnius
Shopping in Vilnius
Food and Drink
Transport in Vilnius