Discover our locals' 93 hidden gems in Vilnius

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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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Šarūnas

Andriušaitis

Nov 12, 2024
Dumu-Fabrikas
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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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Šarūnas

Andriušaitis

Nov 8, 2024
SOMA-Cafe
kamilenaraite

SOMA Cafe – A cozy vegetarian cafe

I go to "SOMA Cafe" in the heart of Vilnius really often, I love the atmosphere, healthy food, and the amazing team. It's so cozy!

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Kamilė

Naraitė

Nov 4, 2024
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Boutique Privilege – Paradise of handmade things

"Boutique Privilege" is of my favorite spots in Vilnius. It is a small shop specialized in handmade jewellery, accessories and clothing.

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Kamilė

Naraitė

Nov 4, 2024
St.-Johns-Bell-Tower
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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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Art & culture
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Šarūnas

Andriušaitis

Oct 23, 2024
Oisy-izakaya
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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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Šarūnas

Andriušaitis

Oct 18, 2024
Opium-Club
tairajunusova

Opium Club – Best DJs in town

"Opium Club" is one of the last quality techno/house music clubs standing in Vilnius. I love coming here because the crowd's high good...

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Taira

Junusova

Oct 14, 2024
Mililitrai
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Mililitrai – Speakeasy themed fun

"Lokstauk" is a speakeasy-themed bar in Vilnius! The bar is dark, so only music, cocktails and talk are left. Find the mystery door and have a great night!

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Taira

Junusova

Oct 14, 2024
King-and-Mouse
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King and Mouse – Whisky is the answer

"King and Mouse" bar Vilnius can serve you rare and quality spirits in this city famous for its beer. They serve over 300 different types of whisky...

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Taira

Junusova

Oct 12, 2024
Piano-Man-Bar
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Piano Man Bar – The second home

"Piano Man Bar" Vilnius is that place that everybody knows of, including locals, outta towners, revisiting tourists, artists and basically everyone...

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Taira

Junusova

Oct 11, 2024
Rhum-Room
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Rhum Room – Concept Caribbean

"Rhum Room" restaurant Vilnius is where I go for delightful Caribbean experience. The bartenders mix amazing rhum (and other spirits) cocktails as well.

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Taira

Junusova

Oct 11, 2024
Sapokliak-Boutique
tairajunusova

Šapokliak Boutique – Fashion doesn't get old

"Šapokliak Boutique" Vilnius is the place for me if I'm looking for something vintage and unique. Fashionistas and antique lovers will go nuts!

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Taira

Junusova

Oct 11, 2024

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