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Vilnius: Old Town Christmas Traditions Walking Tour
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Duration
1 hour
Meeting point
In front of Vilnius Cathedral
Languages
English
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.
Overview
Begin your Christmas-themed walking tour at Cathedral Square, where you’ll learn the story behind the famous Vilnius Christmas tree and how it became a symbol of the city’s festive season. From there, we’ll walk to Šventaragis Valley, a place full of ancient meaning, where you’ll discover the origins of the word Kūčios, Lithuanian Christmas Eve, and its deep cultural roots.
As we stroll through the narrow streets of the Old Town, we’ll talk about traditional Christmas dishes, their symbolism, and where you can taste them during the holiday season. Along the way, you’ll visit a hidden statue of a pagan goddess and learn how ancient beliefs blend with modern Christmas celebrations in Lithuania.
We’ll also explore how Lithuanians celebrate Christmas today and how they cope with and embrace the long, dark winter months. The tour ends at Town Hall Square.
As we stroll through the narrow streets of the Old Town, we’ll talk about traditional Christmas dishes, their symbolism, and where you can taste them during the holiday season. Along the way, you’ll visit a hidden statue of a pagan goddess and learn how ancient beliefs blend with modern Christmas celebrations in Lithuania.
We’ll also explore how Lithuanians celebrate Christmas today and how they cope with and embrace the long, dark winter months. The tour ends at Town Hall Square.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
Requires at least 3 participants to run
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:
- Vilnius Cathedral
- Vilnius Town Hall
On arrival
Meeting point is in front of Vilnius Cathedral.
Things to note
Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Dress warmly as the tour is outdoors
The tour lasts approximately one hour
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
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