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Vilnius in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days based in Vilnius lets you explore Lithuania. Here is how to spend three perfect days in Vilnius — with the best-rated tours and day trips to book for each.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Old town & Užupis
  2. 2Day 2: Trakai Castle
  3. 3Day 3: Hill of Crosses or Kaunas
  4. 4Lithuania & beyond

Day 1: the city

Explore the old town, Užupis and KGB history.

Day 2: Trakai Castle

Visit the fairy-tale island fortress and lakes.

Day 3: Hill of Crosses or Kaunas

See the moving pilgrimage site or the second city.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Vilnius — prices per person.

Tour zum Ponary Memorial Park, dem Hügel der Engel & Trakai Castle
Vilnius
Tour zum Ponary Memorial Park, dem Hügel der Engel & Trakai Castle
4.8(112)·5 Stunden
ab$128/ Person
über Viator
Vilnius Custom Day Trip nach Trakai und Kernave
Vilnius
Vilnius Custom Day Trip nach Trakai und Kernave
4.6(13)·6 Stunden
ab$221/ Person
über Viator
Ganztägige Vilnius-Stadttour und Burg Trakai ab Vilnius
Vilnius
Ganztägige Vilnius-Stadttour und Burg Trakai ab Vilnius
4.5(26)·6 Stunden
ab$256/ Person
über Viator

Vilnius in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough to see Vilnius?
Three days is ideal — the city on day one, Trakai Castle on day two, and the Hill of Crosses or Kaunas on day three, using Vilnius as a base to explore Lithuania.
What is the best day trip from Vilnius for 3 days?
Trakai Castle is the easiest and most beautiful, the Hill of Crosses the most moving, and Kaunas the best for modernist culture; all are rewarding from Vilnius.
How do I plan a 3-day Vilnius itinerary?
Spend day one in the city, day two at Trakai Castle, and day three at the Hill of Crosses or Kaunas, booking day trips ahead in summer.

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