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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Step back in time and explore 50 years of Soviet rule on this 2 to 2.5-hour walking tour of Vilnius. Follow a guide through the grand streets of Vilnius and enjoy some imposing Soviet-era architecture. Discover the most famous Soviet heritage sites such as Palace of Concerts and Sports, National Opera and Ballet theater, etc. As you explore, gain insight into life in Vilnius under Soviet rule and find out how this bustling city ticks.
Professional guide
Gratuities
Departure Point
Katedros aikštė, Vilnius 01143, Lithuania
Look for the guide with a yellow bag/ yellow sign in front of monument to Gediminas ( a man standing next to a horse) at the Cathedral square
Vilnius With Locals Tours, Vilnius, Lithuania Our local guide will guide through Soviet history of the city 120 minutes
Gediminas Monument, Vilnius, Lithuania Meeting point 15 minutes
Zaliasis Tiltas, Vilnius, Lithuania Until summer 2015 you could find Soviet propaganda sculptures on this bridge, find out what happened and where they are now 10 minutes
Seimo rūmai, Gedimino pr. 53, 01109 Vilnius, Lithuania Soviet architecture, events of January 1991
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately
There is a lot of walking involved, so please wear comfortable shoes
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
PhillipNelson
26 Mar 2023
Excellent. Leva was exceptionally knowledgeable and personable. We left feeling that we had a much better understanding of life in the Soviet era, and how fragile freedom is. It also helped us immensely to understand Lithuania today. Highly recommended!
Michael S
27 Sep 2022
It was a great tour of almost 2,5 hours and the tour guide knew much and could tell very passionately about Soviet Vilnius.
Q1259QQmartinb
25 Aug 2022
August 22th! Our guide was just fabulous! Perfect command of english and very interesting about Soviet Vilnius! I would strongly recommand this tour! Thanks!
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We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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