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Jewish history walking tour in Vilnius
Vilnius Town Hall, Didžioji g. 31, Vilnius 01128, Lithuania,
Vilnius,
Lithuania
Overview
Duration
2h 30min
Voucher type
mobile
What To Expect
Get to know the capital of Lithuania in a unique way during this historical walking tour with a local guide. Step back in time and learn about a community that earned Vilnius the title "Jerusalem of Lithuania" and the times that changed the face of Vilnius Old town forever.Look for traces of the past while you walk around the former Jewish quarter, Small and big Ghettos during WWII. Learn why and when Jews started moving to Vilnius, where they settled in, what they did. Find out more about famous local Jews, especially Jewish scholar Vilna Gaon. Visit the site of the Great Synagogue and learn about Jewish fate and heritage in Lithuania these days.On this tour you will see:
- Antokolskio
- Stiklių
- Jewish and Gaono streets
- Monument to Vilna Gaon
- Site of the Great Synagogue
- German street
- Former ghettos during WWII
- Monument to Tsemakh Shabad
- Plaque marking the gate to the Big Ghetto
- Vilnius Choral synagogue (1 Euro additional fee) if possible
- Names of shops in Yiddish preserved on Žemaitijos street
What to remember
Important info
- Additional 1 EUR fee for entrance to the Vilnius choral synagogue
- Please wear comfortable shoes for the walking tour
- Tours run rain or shine, please dress according to the weather and bring an umbrella if it rains
What's included
2.5-hour walking tour. Experienced guide
What's not included
Food and drinks. Transport. Admission to the Vilnius choral synagogue
Know Before You Go
Highlights
Learn about famous local Jews from your guide. Explore areas that were Jewish ghettos during World War II. Visit the former Jewish quarter. Find out where Vilna Gaon lived. Explore what is left of "Jerusalem of Lithuania"
Operating days
On select dates
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until 3 days in advance
Provider
Vilnius With Locals Tours
Meeting Point
Come to the front of Vilnius Town Hall and look for your guide with a yellow “Vilnius with Locals Tours” sign, bag or name tag.