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Vilnius International Airport is located 7 kilometers from the city center. As usual, you can get there by train, bus, or taxi.
The airport railway station has a direct connection to Vilnius Central Station, which takes only 7 minutes to reach. Trains to Daugavpils and Warsaw run daily (once a day, with a transfer at the border). You can find ticket prices and view all routes here.
If you decide to travel by bus, there are several options to choose from:
Buses run from the airport to Vilnius railway station (route No. 1), to the city center (No. 2), and to the Šeškinė district (No. 1A). A ticket costs €1, and the journey takes only 15 minutes.
Alternatively, you can use the services of TOKS, whose minibuses run from Vilnius bus station to the airport and back. You can view the timetable here.
For those who want to save as much as possible on their trip, direct city buses are always available. To plan your trip on public transport, find the stop you need, or check the route, we recommend taking a look here.
The bus schedule can be found here.
The taxi rank at the airport is located immediately outside the arrivals terminal in a specially designated lane. Both cash and credit cards are accepted for payment.
Tip: always ask for a printed receipt for cash payments at the end of the journey!
A trip from the airport to the city will cost you €10-15.
The cost per kilometer is €1-1.5.
The climate in the Lithuanian capital is temperate continental, but with sharp temperature fluctuations. Traditionally, the best time to visit Vilnius is from the second half of April to June and from mid-August to early October. And, of course, in December–January, when the Christmas and New Year holidays are in full swing.
However, we would not recommend traveling here in July or early August. First, it rains quite often at this time of year, and spending your entire trip in a hotel is, admittedly, a rather dubious pleasure. Secondly, even if you are lucky and the weather is sunny and hot, you are unlikely to be able to lie on the beach — the sea is quite far from the capital.
A trip to Vilnius in winter requires a good supply of warm clothes — the average temperature here in winter is -8-10ºC, and in February it can drop to -15ºC or even lower. In addition, it is often windy.
However, in April and May, it gets noticeably warmer (+10-18ºC), and in May, the influx of tourists is not so great, so you can calmly explore the city and its surroundings.
Summer is quite warm (+20ºC in June and up to +30ºC in July), but rainy, so make sure you have a raincoat or umbrella with you.
The weather in Vilnius is quite changeable in autumn. September brings Indian summer with temperatures around 20°C during the day and cool nights. In October, frosts are common, with daytime temperatures of +5-7°C, and the first snow is possible at the end of the month. November is the coldest month, with daytime temperatures rarely rising above +5°C.
Of course, the Lithuanian capital cannot be called a mecca for shoppers, but even here, if you know a few little tricks, you can buy a couple of great things. In addition, prices in Vilnius are significantly lower compared to other European capitals. When you go shopping, keep in mind that several times a year, stores in Vilnius have sales. During these sales, discounts on goods can reach 80%. The largest sale takes place on the eve of the Christmas holidays, from December 19 to 24 inclusive.
Not only residents of the capital enjoy shopping here, but also visitors:
If you’re interested not only in shopping but also in bringing home something truly unique, be sure to visit the following places:
Blacksmithing Museum-Gallery, Užupis (Uzupio g. 26)
Opening hours: Tuesday–Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Only one blacksmith works here, and he is also the seller of all the items in this small shop-gallery. If you are looking for a unique, handmade souvenir for your home, this is the place to go.
Workshop of Traditional Crafts (Saviciaus 10)
The workshop is located in the Old Town, right in the city center, so it’s easy to find. Here you’ll be introduced to traditional Lithuanian crafts, as well as the atmosphere and tools of historic workshops. You can also watch artisans at work. Open Tuesday–Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. A shop is available on-site.
Vitražo Manufaktūra (Stikliu 6)
In this small shop-gallery, you’ll find exquisitely beautiful handmade stained glass pieces to suit every taste and budget.
To truly feel the atmosphere of authentic Vilnius, you should visit at least one of the following attractions:
The historic heart of Vilnius. Here, architectural styles from different eras blend together, as if the past and present coexist side by side. Be sure to visit Castle Hill (for a stunning view of the city!) as well as Town Hall Square and Cathedral Square.
The most colorful district of the capital, Uzhupis is a city within a city, populated by creative bohemians. With its shops, boutiques, workshops, unimaginably painted houses, and special atmosphere of creativity and freedom, Uzhupis will remain in your memory for a long time.
One of the most majestic and beautiful churches in Vilnius with magnificent interior decoration. Admission is free.
A small street with quaint houses covered in plaques dedicated to writers and poets from different countries and eras.
If you want to get to know the city in one day, choose certain places for yourself, and then return there, a car and walking tour of Vilnius is the perfect option for you. We start with the historic center and end with the modern city.
