Why visit
Vilnius is the capital of Lithuania. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
Vilnius at a glance
City population
580k
Metro: 810k
Elevation
112 m
367 ft
Time zone
UTC+2 (UTC+3 DST)
Europe/Vilnius
Airport
VNO
Vilnius International
Founded
1323
Getting around
Buses + trolleybuses; walkable historic core
Signature dish
Cepelinai, kugelis, šaltibarščiai (cold beetroot soup), kepta duona
Neighborhoods for travelers
Old Town (largest in Eastern Europe)Užupis (self-declared republic)Naujamiestis
Lithuania at a glance
Country center
56.0°, 24.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
65,300 km²
25,212 mi²
Country population
2.7 million
42/km²
Subregion
Northern Europe
Currency
Euro (€)
EUR
Dial
+370
Language
Lithuanian
Demonym
Lithuanian
Internet
.lt
UN
Member state
ISO code
LT / LTU
Where in the world
56.0° · 24.0°
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Did you know
- Vilnius has the largest Old Town in Eastern Europe, covering 3.59 square kilometers (UNESCO-listed).
- The self-declared "Republic of Užupis" is a bohemian neighborhood with its own constitution, president, and 12 ambassadors.
- Lithuania was the last pagan state in Europe: it adopted Christianity only in 1387.
- Lithuania was once the largest country in Europe: the Grand Duchy spanned from the Baltic to the Black Sea in the 15th century.
- The Hill of Crosses near Šiauliai contains over 200,000 crosses planted over two centuries as a symbol of resistance.
Bordering Lithuania
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Vilnius
What currency is used in Vilnius?
Vilnius uses the Euro (€), ISO code EUR.
What languages are spoken in Lithuania?
The primary language is Lithuanian.
What is the international calling code for Lithuania?
The calling code is +370.
What airport serves Vilnius?
Vilnius International (IATA: VNO).
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