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Regular walking tour of Jewish Vilnius

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Vilnius, Lithuania
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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

NB: The tour is conducted in English language.

Step back in time to get acquainted with a community that earned Vilnius the title "Jerusalem of Lithuania" and the times that changed the face of Vilnius forever. Walk around the former Jewish quarter, Small & Big Ghettos during WWII looking for traces of the past. Find out where the famous Jewish scholar Vilna Gaon lived and much more from the Jewish history of Vilnius.

What's Included

  • Entrance to Vilnius Choral Synagogue (please note that the synagogue may occasionally be closed to visitors during religious festivals/public holidays)
  • Local guide
  • Gratuites
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Meeting point

Didžioji g. 31
01128 Vilnius, Lithuania

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Town Hall (Rotuse)

Our guide will meet you on the stairs of Vilnius Town Hall to give you an introduction to Jewish history in Vilnius before exploring streets of the former Jewish quarter.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

M. Antokolskio gatvė

After learning about Jewish history in the city, the guide will take you to see the narrow winding streets where Jews started moving to in the 16th century. You will continue to explore narrow winding streets where Jews started moving to in the 16th century.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Stiklių gatvė

The guide will show one of the newest art projects to commemorate Jewish past - "Walls that remember". You will also pass the famous Glassblowers' street.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Žydų gatvė

You will continue the tour through the Jewish street to see the damages done to Great Synagogue of Vilna during WWII and Soviet period.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Vilna Gaon Monument

The guide will tell you the life story of famous Jewish Scholar who lived in Vilnius in 18th century.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Vokiečių gatvė

You will leave the Small Ghetto behind and will get to the former territory of Big Jewish Ghetto. A possibility to have a short break on the German street if needed.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Vilnius Choral Synagogue

Visit the only surviving synagogue in the city for additional 2 EUR fee (cash only). Visit possible if opened. Might be closed during Jewish holidays/other reasons
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Map of the Ghetto

The guide will explain to you about creations of two Ghettos during WWII in the former Jewish quarter. You will also learn about life in the ghettos and it's liquidation.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Žemaitijos gatvė

Visit the street where you can find preserved names of Jewish shops in Yiddish and Polish from interwar period. Towards the end of the street you will find a building which served as library during Ghetto years.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Monument to Zemach Shabad

One of the most lovable statues in the city. Learn about famous Jewish doctor who lived in Vilnius.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Žydų Kultūros Ir Informacijos Centras (pass by)

Use the opportunity to get some extra information at the Jewish information office if needed, the guide will point you out the place.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Regular walking tour of Jewish Vilnius?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-10841P6

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What's Included

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  • Entrance to Vilnius Choral Synagogue (please note that the synagogue may occasionally be closed to visitors during religious festivals/public holidays)
  • Local guide
  • Gratuites

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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