How to spend top weekend in Vilnius - ideas on extraordinary attractions and sites

Beer pubs, old houses with ghosts, famous museums, and shopping streets with countless tourists – sometimes it feels like there are no little-known places in Vilnius. Even if an excursion in an air balloon doesn’t sound appealing, it’s high time to go under the ground. Many know about underground passages of Vilnius, but not many tourists are really aware of their size. Experienced travelers recommend exploring them independently, not during an excursion, as that way it’s more amusing and it’s possible to see many interesting places.

One of such entrances to the underground city is located on Bokšto gatvė, in an old bastion made of red brick. Many locals believe that a ghost lives in the old building, so the bastion remains one of the most mystical spots in Vilnius. If you’re not squeamish about such places, consider visiting the ancient sewer located on Gedimino prospektas. In case your primary wish is to relax away from crowded streets, consider visiting Švento Pranciškaus Asyžiečiobažnyčia Monastery that is located on the same-named street. Then, ask the staff to enter the cellar.

One of the most wonderful places in Europe, its geographical center to be precise, is located in Vilnius suburbs. On maps, this place is marked as Europos geografinis centras. The exact location of the Europe’s center was calculated by French scientists in 1989. Thanks to locals, this ordinary place close to the A14 highway has become a true landmark of the region. Nowadays, there are a small square and a memorable monument that mark the geographical center. As a rule, there are not many tourists at Europos geografinis centras, so fans of the relaxed atmosphere will be pleased with the visit. There are a charming café and several elite golf centers not far from the monument. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

If you decided to spend your birthday in Vilnius, it is useful to know about an interesting service that Lietuvos operos ir baleto teatras offers to all birthday celebrants. It’s allowed to visit the theater free of charge on birthday. To pass, all you need to do is to show a document that proves your birth date. Moreover, it’s allowed to bring several guests as the theater has a pleasant surprise for them – the 30% ticket discount.

Numerous beer bars and restaurant have already become a landmark of Vilnius. They are ideal for trying different sorts of beer in a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. However, it’s not that easy to find a pub or bar in Vilnius that is not full of loud foreign guests. Fortunately, such places exist, and Bambalynė bar and shop is one of them. It is open in an old cellar on Town Hall Square. Despite the fact that Bambalynė is located in the very heart of the city, it is never too crowded or noisy. The bar and shop offers more than 40 sorts of finest Lithuanian beer brought from different regions of the country. Rows of beautiful bottles stand in large fridges with elegant dark wooden décor. Bambalynė serves only bottled beer. Visitors are welcome to sit down to one of the charming tables and sample different sorts of beer together with signature national treats.

When you’re in a mood for exotic food, head to one of Wok to Walk cafes. This chain offers Chinese cuisine, and the menu includes various exotic delicacies. Besides that, all cafes have an open space kitchen, so visitors can watch how skilled chefs work. There are several Wok to Walk cafes in different parts of Vilnius, but one of the most charming is open close to Vilniaus gatve Street.