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Discover 93 local hidden gems in Vilnius

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St. Johns Bell Tower – Panoramic jewel

"St. Johns Bell Tower" is my favorite place in Vilnius to gasp at the old roofs of Old Town. It's higher and less touristy than Gediminas tower, too...

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Relaxing

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Gero Alaus Parduotuvė – Good beer shop literally

"Gero Alaus Parduotuvė" in Vilnius, or GAP for friends, means 'Good Beer Shop. It really lives up to its name...

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Bars
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Oišy izakaya – Japanese bar culture

Oišy is a Lithuanian twist on the Japanese word Oishi – meaning – delicious. Oišy is super chill with loads of tasty snacks/meals, like roasted pork belly.

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Albina – Just like at your grandma's

"Albina" in Vilnius is a simple canteen next door for lunch. They nail traditional Lithuanian dishes people would normally expect from their grandmothers!

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Duoklė Angelams – All things whiskey

"Duoklė Angelams" in Vilnius is a whiskey shop & bar. Come here to enjoy a dram or two; the unpretentiously knowledgeable staff will take good care of you.

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DOU ASIA – My favorite Asian takeout spot

"DOU ASIA" in Vilnius makes some quality noodles! It's perfect if the white Asian takeout boxes fascinate you as they do me since childhood...

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Open Gallery – Street art oasis

"Open Gallery" has filled up the void left by Vilnius Street Art Festival nicely; it's constantly changing & growing. I recommend entering from Panerių st.

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Kalnai Park of Hills – Enjoy the city panorama

"Kalnai Park of Hills" is a huge park in Vilnius. I like it because it's made up of several of the highest hills in the city, some quite magnificent...

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Music
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Dūmų Fabrikas – Beer and culture

"Dūmų Fabrikas" in Vilnius is in a former scythe factory. It's a superb space for concerts, art exhibitions & alternative events, and their bar is superb!

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Šnekutis at Mikalojaus – Lithuanian beer heaven

"Šnekutis at Mikalojaus" in Vilnius is named after one of the most famous characters related to traditional Lithuanian beer drinking - how can it be bad?

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Halės market – All sorts of goodies

"Halės Market" in Vilnius is one of the best out there, and the oldest one in the city. I go there at least twice a week for the veggies and tasty buns!

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Coffee & tea
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Shopping
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Mural "Think" – Message received!

This legal mural is a rare site in itself, considering how Vilnius is protective of its UNESCO world heritage site status...

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