Coffee at the street of Old Town
The city of Vilnius — a small, compact capital city, with a population of about 550 thousand people. All major attractions of the city gathered in one place — the historical center. In addition, the railway and bus stations are also located in the Old Town, which is very convenient for travelers. The airport is located 10 km from the center, so you will be able to reach it easily, if you bought tickets to Europe. A search for a transfer and its order will cost you no more than 15,00 €.
Some streets of the old city are so narrow that it can be difficult to miss two people. And these small, winding streets give to the city some mystery and magic. On many of these streets you can find a hotel cheaply.
The narrowest street in Vilnius
Furthermore streets of the Old Town of Vilnius draws its «buildings with surprises», which you will remember for a long time. Such a building may include a house with built-in wall porcelain teapots of different sizes and colors. Now this building is equipped with a small coffee shop, which is located at Bernardinu gatve 2.
Cafe on the street Bernardinu gatve 2
Another interesting architectural structure of the Lithuanian capital — a new building of the Vilnius University Library. It is located in Saletikis area where settled many universities of the city. Interesting in its architectural design of the building at first glance does not look like a student library with most any modern art museum. This library is equipped with the latest information and computer equipment that provides students with almost limitless possibilities.
Vilnius University Library
Strolling through the old cobblestone streets, seemed to carry over to a century ago, in the era of the great powers, which then served as the capital of Vilnius — Grand Duchy of Lithuania. In this city, countless churches and cathedrals, Orthodox and Catholic churches, who stepped from the history of our time. Cathedral of St. Stanislaus, Friday Church, Cathedral of St. Anna — it is only a small part of all the historical wealth of Vilnius. Getting around this small, winding streets can be both on foot and by bicycle. But if you prefer to comfort yourself, it’s certainly better to rent a car, all the more so in Vilnius this can be done for very little money.
Cathedral of St. Anna
The main square of the city — Cathedral. It was there settled Town Hall and Church of St. Stanislaus. In summer it is a popular place for holiday-makers: how to travelers and local youth. And winter here is established the main Christmas tree of the city.
Cathedral Square and Town Hall
On Cathedral Square begins one of the main streets of Vilnius — Prospect Gedymin. It is paved with paving stones, absolutely straight street is №1 in the list of the most visited places in the city. There are shops of luxury brands, mass market, souvenir and bookstores. At Christmas time the prospect turns into a vibrant avenue with plenty of illumination and light. In addition, on the main street of Vilnius you can book a hostel for the price of 10,00 € per day. Agree, it is very cheap for a life in the heart of the city.
The Prospect of Gedimin
Vilnius is a city that someone admires, and somebody rejects. Its old narrow streets are fascinating and at the same time being moved us many centuries ago. Do not miss the next time when we’ll get acquainted with the area of the Vilnius bohemia — Užupis, as well as the main places for shopping. So subscribe to new publications and be always up to date with the latest news.
And, of course, traveling to Vilnius, do not forget that you need health insurance for travel abroad. We hope to use it you do not have, but still this is a small detail, without which it can not do any one trip.