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Crypt Tour
Excellent guide, very knowledgeable, great presentation, loads of facts, recommended for adults and teenagers
Cathedral Crypts and Medieval History Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2–3 hours
- Price from
- $34 / person
- Location
- Vilnius, Lithuania
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 16 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Vilnius with Locals tours
- Meeting point
- A monument of a man (Gediminas) standing next to a horse, at the Cathedral square
Description
NB: The tour is conducted in English language. Travel back in time and uncover the medieval history of Vilnius, exploring the city’s past and its legendary rulers. From ancient settlers to the Grand Dukes, this tour offers a captivating look at how Vilnius and Lithuania developed through the centuries. Your adventure begins at the monument of Grand Duke Gediminas, where you’ll meet your guide with a yellow sign, umbrella, or bag. During the first hour, you’ll explore key historical sites, including the Lower Palace and Gediminas Castle (viewed from below, without climbing the hill). Along the way, you’ll learn about Lithuania’s first inhabitants, the Baltic tribes and much more! Next, step inside Vilnius Cathedral and descend beneath its grand halls into the crypts. These chambers hold centuries-old secrets, from noble burials to hidden stories waiting to be revealed. Learn about the significance of the Cathedral, the rulers laid to rest here, and the mysteries that still linger.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon and Fri
- Start times
- 2:30 PM
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 12
- Adult (ages 14+)
- $34
- Youth (ages 7–13)
- $29
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Gediminas Monument
Meeting point. The guide is recognizable by a yellow sign, umbrella, or bag!
Vilnius Cathedral Square
We discuss the earliest inhabitants of the area, how the Baltic tribes emerged here, what the Pagan religion was about and how the city oh Vilnius was established at this location
National Museum of Lithuania
We explain what the building was before and what to expect in case you decide to visit it later after the tour
Monument to King Mindaugas
We cover the conditions under which the Lithuanian Kingdom was created in 13th century. The early development of the Medieval country
Gediminas Castle Tower
We do not climb to the hill, we check the beautiful view of the tower from the bottom and discuss the purpose of the defensive castle in Vilnius
Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania
We visit the yard of the palace and understand why it was build here, learn about the great historical rulers and what we can find in the palace nowadays (we are not visiting the museum itself)
Crypts Of Vilnius Cathedral
After walking outside, we descend into the mysterious crypts beneath Vilnius Cathedral, where we visit the chambers. We learn about the significance of the Cathedral, the people laid to rest here, the history of religious development of the country and the mysteries that still linger in its depths.
Old Arsenal Building
We learn about the buildings surrounding the Cathedral square, what was their initial purpose at the formation of the city of Vilnius
What's included
Included
Knowledgeable guide
Ticket to the Cathedral crypts
Not included
Gratuities
The tour does not bring you up to Gediminas hill and castle
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
16 reviews
How it compares in Vilnius
- No. 32 by number of reviews among 223 tours in Vilnius
- Starting price $34 is 62% below the typical $91 for tours of similar length in Vilnius
Excurgo comparison of 223 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility difficulties
- Not recommended for travelers with claustrophobia
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cathedral Crypts and Medieval History Tour take?
Cathedral Crypts and Medieval History Tour lasts about 2–3 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Cathedral Crypts and Medieval History Tour cost?
Prices start at $34 per person for this Vilnius experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Cathedral Crypts and Medieval History Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays and Fridays, starting at 2:30 PM.
Can I cancel Cathedral Crypts and Medieval History Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is A monument of a man (Gediminas) standing next to a horse, at the Cathedral square. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Cathedral Crypts and Medieval History Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Not recommended for travelers with mobility difficulties
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Cathedral Crypts and Medieval History Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 16 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Vilnius with Locals tours.
Reviews(16)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3
A must for history buffs
If you love history then this is for you. Kristina, our guide, was extremely knowledgeable. Getting to visit the crypt was very special. I wish the Lithuanian all the best to finally be able to locate Vytautus and place him to rest in his crypt. I was so excited to report back to my Lithuanian (Aus born) husband about this wonderful experience. Now to go down more rabbit holes about Lithuanian history
D
Fantastic History Lesson
Great Lithuania history lesson on leaders, religion, architecture, and culture. Our guide was great and definitely enjoyed his job. You can go without a guide everywhere except the actual crypts, but you would miss the stories and facts behind Lithuania.
C
Cool and informative!
Very knowledgeable and shared a lot of cool information, much more than just the cripts. I highly recommend it!
J
Impressive tour
Milda was amazing in her knowledge and I really enjoy the chats with her. No one joined the tour except me so it became a private tour! The crypt below the church was impressive and there was so much to learn. Love it!
T
Great Tour to Start Your Trip!
Our guide, Milda, was extremely professional and very knowledgeable, sharing her insights in an engaging and enjoyable way and all of this — in excellent English! The tour itself provides an excellent and concise overview of the history of Vilnius and Lithuania. It’s a wonderful tour to start your visit with – offering a clear historical and cultural perspective of the place.
G
Too dry for this jet-lagged old couple
We flew into Vilnius (from the U.S) on a Friday morning. After driving around a bit, finding parking and lunch, we were excited to tour the beautiful 'old town' area. Our guide was very knowledgeable and pleasant, but I think we were just too tired for such a historic tour. Not sure if it was the material or how it was presented, but we both looked forward to it ending, which we have never experienced on tours before. A few others in our group also appeared a bit bored. We went on to take other tours sponsored by this group and we enjoyed them very much. So we chalked this experience up to jet-lag.
Operator response
Thank you for sharing your feedback! We’re sorry to hear that this particular tour didn’t fully meet your expectations. We always do our best to make our tours engaging and enjoyable for everyone, and we truly appreciate your honesty. It’s great to hear that you enjoyed our other tours :)
D
Krypt and medieval history
Nice and dedicated guide led us through the history of Lithuania and the crypt under the church in a super way Can be recommended
S
Great tour
Excellent guided tour of the history of Vilnius. Good value for money. Very knowledgeable guide who answered questions from all
U
A good tour
Nice and knowledgeable guide. We got an exciting tour of the crypt, which is not accessible without a guide. Could maybe spend a little more time in the cathedral but overall a good tour that is worth the money.
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