What to expect from Vilnius Old Town tour with snacks
If you wish to book a private Vilnius Old Town walking tour with snacks within 48 hours, please send us an email to hello@vilniuswithlocals.com first to check if we have any available guides in such a short notice.
Explore the charming Vilnius Old Town on a captivating walking tour that unveils the rich history and culture inside its cobbled narrow streets! You will visit the highlights of this UNESCO World Heritage site as well as some hidden gems with a professional local guide.
During our 2.5-hour Vilnius Old Town walking tour with snacks you will explore its history and discover the key features that define this charming area. The tour covers not only historical topics! We will also show you how the Old City is changing today. While answering relevant questions, including politics, economics, and education, our local guides will provide a local perspective on daily life in Vilnius. To enhance your experience, we include a short stop where you’ll get to try some authentic Lithuanian treats. The selection of light bites changes with the seasons and time of day, featuring traditional bread, classic cheeses, some local desserts, and other flavors that beautifully capture the essence of Lithuanian cuisine.
Your journey begins at Cathedral Square, in front of the Gediminas Monument. Here, you’ll meet your guide with a yellow sign and explore the story of how Vilnius was founded. After an insightful introduction, you’ll visit the Presidential Palace and Vilnius University, where there’s an opportunity to discuss current political and educational topics. Next, explore the Gothic masterpiece of St. Anne’s Church and pick up a few phrases in the Lithuanian language on the Literature street! Midway through the tour (might be also left for the end of the tour), enjoy a taste of Lithuanian cuisine with a sampling of traditional snacks while learning about local food and customs. As you continue through the narrow streets, uncover the rich Jewish heritage of the Old Town, often referred to as the "Jerusalem of Lithuania." Visit the Town Hall square, which comes alive during the summer as the vibrant heart of the city. Have a look at the famous Gates of Dawn, a 16th-century city gate adorned with a miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary. Along the way, discover hidden gems and secret spots you might otherwise miss. Finally, immerse yourself in the charm of Pilies Street, where inviting boutiques and cozy cafés provide the perfect backdrop to relax and watch history come to life.
Join the Old Town walking tour with snacks if you are interested in history and want to see as much as possible within a few hours! We promise you many picturesque spots and great local perspectives on both historical and current life in the Old Town of Vilnius.
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FAQ about Vilnius Old Town walking tour with snacks
It is best if you pre-book so that we can ensure small group size and organize enough snacks for everyone. Additionally, pre-booking allows us to offer you our best available rate. However, we do accept walk-ins, just please note that the cost will be slightly higher than if you had booked in advance!
Click on the date you are interested in on the calendar above. If you cannot select the date, it is not available. After you click on available date, the form will appear to fill your details to book the tour and proceed with the payment. If you want to book a private tour, please select PRIVATE on the top of the calendar.
Vilnius Old Town tour with snacks starts in front of Gediminas monument at the Cathedral square
You can purchase your tickets to the regular tour:
1. Here on our website by booking via calendar. Advance payment is not required and you can pay before the tour. However you should note that if you pay on the spot, the price will be higher.
2. During other tours. You can also buy tickets during other Vilnius With Locals tours from the guides.
3. Before the tour at the meeting point (however the price will be higher +2EUR if you pay at the spot).
Are there any additional fees?
No
You may cancel your booking any time before the tour date by writing an email to hello@vilniuswithlocals.com. Cancellations need to be made at least 72 hrs before the start of your private or regular tour to get the full refund. A 50% refund will be given to cancellations received between 48-72 hours before the start of your private tour. Cancellations received within 48 hours and no-shows will not be refunded.
All kids up to 7 years old are welcome to join our regular walking tours for free.
Others up to 13 years old get a discount for walking tours, payment at the spot directly to the guide.
We are professional licensed guides in Vilnius.
Yes, we never cancel tours because of the weather. Do not forget to bring an umbrella or dress appropriately and let's discover Vilnius together no matter what the weather is.
Our guides have yellow name tags or a yellow sign with the name of the tour, a yellow “Vilnius with Locals Tours” sign or a yellow "Vilnius With Locals Tours" bag. It is impossible to miss us :)
At the moment we offer Vilnius Old Town tour with snacks only in English.
On regular tours we have groups from 1 to 20 people depending on the season.
You will get a dicounted price for the tour with Vilnius Pass. Payment will done by cash or card to the tour guide on the spot before the tour.
Please do not be late:) In case you are running late inform us as soon as possible via phone +37069169365. If you manage to do that before the tour starts, we can ask the guide to share his/her location via Whatsapp. But we are unable to do that after the tour starts.
Yes, if you enjoyed the tour you can give the tip to the guide at the end of the tour cash or by card. Most of our guides have card readers!