Cosy. Colourful. Romantic. Full of culture and life Vilnius has celebrated its 700th anniversary in 2023. The people here live against the beautiful backdrop of rich history and stunning architecture – the pillars that create the city’s distinctive face, heart, and pulse.
About Vilnius
The walking city
Vilnius is a city best discovered on foot — where every step reveals breathtaking architecture, cozy cafés, and hidden gems waiting to be found. With its short distances and charming, pedestrian-friendly streets, Vilnius makes wandering a true delight.
Lose yourself in its cobblestone streets, where history and modern life meet at every corner.
More Reasons to Love Vilnius
- Clean & Green. Nearly half of Vilnius is made up of green spaces: 3 times more than Amsterdam, Berlin and Warsaw. Drinking water is among the cleanest in Europe and Vilnius boasts some of the cleanest air of all major EU cities.
- Wakable. Getting to most places in Vilnius is just a matter of walking for a few minutes. That’s why locals prefer walking, even though there are 35 different ways to get around the city.
- UNESCO listed city. The whole of Vilnius is an open-air cafe with a UNESCO-listed view. Much of the city’s original architecture is preserved, with charming examples of the Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and Classical styles.
- Vilnius is home to a rapidly developing and innovative business ecosystem, and the city is constantly developing strategies to support the continued growth of several priority sectors, including Shared Service Centres, FinTech, ICT, high-tech manufacturing, and biotechnology. We even encoded the national anthem to DNA. Literally.
- Less classics and more rock ‘n roll? Dive into the selection of modern art museums the city has to offer.
- Easily accessible. Vilnius International Airport is situated just 15 minutes from the city centre and is a hub of 15 airlines flying to over 92 destinations. Plus, every major European city is less than a 3-hour journey from Lithuania’s capital.
- Fast & Open. Vilnius is one of the world’s best-connected cities, and offers free WiFi hotspots in hotels, venues and public spaces. Fast and readily available internet is pretty much the standard in Vilnius, and 84.7% of Lithuania can connect to 4G, making it the third-most 4G-ready country in the world and number one in Europe.
- Vilnius is known for its friendly locals and relaxed vibe, making every visitor feel instantly at home. Use Vilnius as your starting point to explore castles, lakes, and the stunning Baltic coast.
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