Family and Kids in Vilnius
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Visit to experience unparalleled fun for kids
The Vingis Park is the biggest park in Vilnius with an area covering more than 400 acres in size and located at the curve of the River Neris. The park is usually full of locals out for a walk or a jog in the mornings and evenings, and there are also a number of fancy attractions for the enjoyment of young children and adults alike. In the past this park has hosted a number of concerts by intern...Read more -
A place for children with all kinds of interests
Specializing in Lithuanian Jews, Vilna Gaon Jewish State Museum was opened in the year 1989 and though the museum has many branches, the one which is here is called as the Tolerance Center. Its vast and extensive collection includes mementos of the past, traditional arts, historical material and also sacred artifacts. The museum is named after the Talmudic scholar Vilna Gaon and apart from enli...Read more -
A guaranteed fun space for the kids
The Church of St. Johns is supposed to date back to the 14th century, but was again reconstructed in the 1600s and was built to honor St John the Baptist and St John the Evangelist. A few structures like the tall tower were added later to the tower when it was being reconstructed. A fire gutted the majority area of the Church in the 18th century and finally in 1827 major renovations were taken ...Read more -
Amazing Vilnius attraction for kids
The Energy and Technology Museum is a welcome and surprising change from the Vilnius landscape consisting of historical buildings, churches and gardens. Opened in 2002, the museum has worked dedicatedly to bring to light the industrial heritage of Lithuania and the role it played in advancement of sciences. Apart from the permanent exhibitions, the museum also houses interactive games that keep...Read more -
Can keep your kids busy for days
Visitors to the Toy Museum are left utterly delighted and astounded at the same time once they enter the premises, as the museum is nothing like what they usually expect. Toys of all kinds, from the ancient to very latest, find a place in the museum and are in fact divided into 3 sections. The first section has very old toys, verging on the point of being called archaeological finds, to a secti...Read more -
Perfect for kids day out in Vilnius
The Opera and Ballet theatre of Vilnius hosts a number of opera performances based on Western, Russian and also local works. They aim to inculcate an appreciation for the national musical theatre and showcase the local talent to the whole world, through the means of great performances and opera shows. The theatre building accommodates a number of people and the fine acoustics make listening to ...Read more -
Fun place to go for kids
The historical Town Hall or City Hall of Vilnius is a Neo-classical stylized building that was first built around the 15th century and has been repeatedly rebuilt over the various centuries. The last major reconstruction was done in 1799, when the Gothic elements of the building were replaced, and the building has since remained the same. The site plays a very pivotal role in hosting some of th...Read more -
A cool place to see with kids
Literally translating into the ‘Park of Europe’, the Europas Parkas is one of the most delightful attractions of Vilnius. It is a 124 acre open air museum, a short drive away from the city of Vilnius, located at the supposed geographic mid-point of Europe. Though that fact is arguable, the astounding beauty of the Museum is definitely not! The museum presents Lithuanian and other in...Read more -
A fantastic place for refreshing break for children
The monument in Vilnius is a tribute to the much beloved Jewish doctor and activist Zemach Shabad, who was known for his charitable work and affable nature. The doctor treated poor children absolutely free of cost and was one of the founder leaders of the volkist movement. All of his contributions towards society were honored with a memorial monument, erected in 2007, that stands in Vilnius. Th...Read more -
One of the awesome things children enjoy the most
Established in the year 1769, the Rasos Cemetery is one of the oldest and most well known cemeteries of Vilnius. The 27 acre burial ground is basically divided into 2 parts – the old and new cemetery. A number of famous personalities of Lithuania, Belarus and Poland are buried here, particularly a number of professors from the Vilnius University. Apart from these eminent scholars and arti...Read more -
The best option for younger visitors
The Dominican Church of the Holy Spirit is one of the most oldest and luxurious churches in Vilnius. The church is said to have been built during the reign of Gediminas and then was given to the Dominican sect of Vilnius. In its long history, the church has undergone a number of renovations and extensions, which have only added to the splendor and magnificence of the whole structure. Presently ...Read more -
A place where kids enjoy and have fun
The only yet standing synagogue that safely survived the Nazi and Soviet era in Vilnius is the Choral Synagogue. It was completed in the year 1903 and built with a Romanesque-Moorish touch of architecture. The interiors of the synagogue are simple and yet very appealing, and they totally do justice to the aesthetic and spiritual appeal of the structure. Regular services are held inside the syna...Read more -
A place perfect for families with kids
Catch hold of all the exciting and wonderful collections available in Lithuania by visiting one of the best shopping centers in Vilnius. A number of internationally renowned brands like Adidas, Aldo, Carreblanc, Celio, Crocs, H&M and many more can be found in the mall. Also there are various restaurants and eating joint outlets that will fulfill all of your dining wishes. Time literally fli...Read more -
A favorite place to take the kids in the city
Though the memorial may seem unusual and out of place in the city of Vilnius, to which the musician Frank Zappa had no connection whatsoever, there is a peculiar story behind this memorial’s construction. This statue symbolizes the free thinking and breaking of Soviet oppression of the Lithuanian people. It pays tribute to the legendary musician’s genius works and creativity. It sho...Read more -
It's just one of those places to visit and hang out
The All Saints Church, built around 1620 – 1630, is a Baroque architecture church in Vilnius that was opened up to serve the Carmelites. Though the structure of the church looks plain enough, the bell tower is a huge and imposing structure adorned with beautiful decorations and showcasing some wonderful architectural styles. The Church helped a number of Jews, who were imprisoned in a ghe...Read more