8 days in Vilnius Itinerary

The capital of Lithuania, Vilnius, boasts an impressive medieval quarter--one of the continent's largest and a World Heritage Site with almost 2,000 historical buildings.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Vilnius: Kaunas (Old Town Kaunas, Kaunas Castle, &more) and Trakai Island Castle Museum (in Trakai). Next up on the itinerary: examine the collection at KGB Museum (Genocido Auku Muziejus), take a stroll through Uzupis, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Anne's Church, and visit Vilnius Old Town.

For traveler tips, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Vilnius attractions website.

If you are flying in from Egypt, the closest major aiports are Vilnius International Airport and Kaunas International Airport. In April in Vilnius, expect temperatures between 13°C during the day and 1°C at night. You'll set off for home on the 11th (Thu).