Cheap city break Vilnius
Vilnius is one of Europe's cheapest and best-preserved old towns: baroque churches, a quirky artists' republic and long summer evenings. Direct flight from Eindhoven, 3 days from €240 per person.
✈️ Plan your trip to Vilnius →When is the best time to go?
April to October is the nicest period. June, July and August are the warmest (20 to 25 degrees) with long, light evenings and full terraces, though there is a bit more rain and more visitors. May and September are pleasant and much quieter. Winter is cold (around freezing) but atmospheric with Christmas markets; go then for the museums and the cosy cafes.
The best areas in Vilnius
- Senamiestis The old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the largest medieval centres in Northern Europe, full of baroque churches and cobbled lanes.
- Užupis Quirky artists' republic across the little Vilnelė river, with its own constitution, galleries and cosy cafes.
- Naujamiestis The new town around Gediminas Avenue: the business and nightlife hub with restaurants, bars and the MO Museum.
- Žvėrynas Green villa district with wooden houses across the Neris, quiet and local.
- Antakalnis Hilly and green towards the Hill of Three Crosses, with lovely views.
Top 5 things to do in Vilnius
- Senamiestis (old town) Wander for free past the Cathedral, the Gate of Dawn (Aušros Vartai) and the university complex.
- Gediminas Tower The 48-metre symbol of the city with panoramas over the red roofs; tower €8, or climb the hill for free.
- Užupis Cross the little bridge into the self-declared republic and read the constitution on the wall, free.
- Hill of Three Crosses Free viewpoint with the best view over the old town, especially at sunset.
- St Anne's Church A masterpiece of brick gothic, built with 33 kinds of brick, free to admire.
Flights + transport from the Netherlands
Ryanair and Wizz Air fly direct from Eindhoven to Vilnius (VNO) in about 2 hours 35, together around 6 times a week and often from €25 one-way; airBaltic and KLM fly from Schiphol (usually with a connection, airBaltic via Riga). The airport is just 6 km from the centre: bus 3G runs every 10 minutes to the old town in about 20 minutes (€1 on board), or take the train for €0.72 in 7 minutes. A Bolt taxi costs €4 to 6.
What does a Vilnius city break cost?
Vilnius is one of Europe's cheapest capitals. Hostels from €10, three-star hotels around €45, apartments €50 to 80 per night. A hearty cepelinai (stuffed potato dumplings) costs €12, a half-litre of local beer €5, a flat white €3.50. Budget from €240 per person for 3 days including a direct flight; a weekend averages around €420 all-in.
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Frequently asked questions about Vilnius
When is the best time to visit Vilnius?
April to October: June to August is warmest (20 to 25 degrees) with long evenings, while May and September are pleasant and quieter.
Which area is best to stay in Vilnius?
The Senamiestis (old town) is the most beautiful and central; Užupis and Naujamiestis are lively and within walking distance.
How do I get to Vilnius from the Netherlands?
Ryanair and Wizz Air fly direct from Eindhoven to Vilnius (VNO) in about 2 hours 35; from the airport bus 3G reaches the old town in 20 minutes for €1.
What does a Vilnius city break cost?
From €240 per person for 3 days including a direct flight; Vilnius is one of Europe's cheapest capitals with hostels from €10 and hotels around €45 per night.
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