Tour of Soviet Vilnius
Vilnius, Lithuania
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Trip Type: Historical & Heritage Tours
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Step back in time and explore 50 years of Soviet rule on this 2.5-hour walking tour of Vilnius. Follow a guide through the grand streets of Vilnius and admire the iconic architecture for which the city is famous. Discover top sites of interest such as the neo-classical Vilnius Cathedral and the Gediminas Monument, and stroll through charming Lukiškių Square. As you explore, gain insight into life in Vilnius under Soviet rule and find out how this bustling city ticks.
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Step back in time and explore 50 years of Soviet rule on this 2.5-hour walking tour of Vilnius. Follow a guide through the grand streets of Vilnius and admire the iconic architecture for which the city is famous. Discover top sites of interest such as the neo-classical Vilnius Cathedral and the Gediminas Monument, and stroll through charming Lukiškių Square. As you explore, gain insight into life in Vilnius under Soviet rule and find out how this bustling city ticks.Meet your guide near Cathedral Square — in Vilnius’ UNESCO World Heritage–listed Old Town — then set off on your walking tour. Lithuania’s largest city, Vilnius boasts bold architecture, strong European influence and fascinating Soviet-era history.
During your 2.5-hour tour, take in top city attractions including the neo-classical Vilnius Cathedral and the Gediminas Monument, and soak up the atmosphere in pretty Lukiškių Square.
Along the way, listen as your guide sheds light on 50 years of Soviet occupation and see a side to Vilnius many visitors miss. Hear how the KGB spied on foreign visitors, find out how basketball led Vilnius to independence and learn why there’s a statue of Frank Zappa in the city.
As you explore, gain insight into the positives that have come from the city’s troubled past. Admire striking architecture and pretty squares, and learn of the crazy traditions the locals love! Then, conclude your tour in Lukiškių Square.
During your 2.5-hour tour, take in top city attractions including the neo-classical Vilnius Cathedral and the Gediminas Monument, and soak up the atmosphere in pretty Lukiškių Square.
Along the way, listen as your guide sheds light on 50 years of Soviet occupation and see a side to Vilnius many visitors miss. Hear how the KGB spied on foreign visitors, find out how basketball led Vilnius to independence and learn why there’s a statue of Frank Zappa in the city.
As you explore, gain insight into the positives that have come from the city’s troubled past. Admire striking architecture and pretty squares, and learn of the crazy traditions the locals love! Then, conclude your tour in Lukiškių Square.
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