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 Castle, &more) and Trakai Island Castle Museum (in Trakai). And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at KGB Museum (Genocido Auku Muziejus), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Gate of Dawn, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Hill of Three Crosses, and take in nature's colorful creations at Bernardine Gardens.

To find where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Vilnius holiday planner.

If you are flying in from Egypt, the closest major aiports are Vilnius International Airport and Kaunas International Airport. In April, daily temperatures in Vilnius can reach 13°C, while at night they dip to 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.