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Excursion tour in Vilnius. Top architecture - monuments, castles, temples and palaces

National Museum of Lithuania Vilnius 1. The streets of the city are quite safe even late at night, however, tourists should not forget about the elementary rules of caution. Do not take documents and valuables with you without any particular need.
2. Those, who decide to rent a car, are recommended to keep in mind that speeding in Vilnius will result in a huge fine.
3. Alcohol can be drunk in specially designated places only. Walking on the city’s streets in a drunken state may also cause large fines.
4. It’s highly recommended to leave tips in local cafes and restaurants, but their sum is up to you. Typically, visitors leave to a waiter no more than one Litas.
5. Dishes in local restaurants are very big, so a standard portion may be enough for two persons. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
6. Items made of amber remain the most popular souvenirs among tourists. MAXIMA is considered the most popular shopping center in Vilnius, and a good place to buy souvenirs.
7. The city is very convenient to travel by bus. Tickets are better to be purchased in special kiosks near public transportation. Purchasing them from a driver will cost a little more. In addition to buses there are really many fixed-run taxis in Vilnius. Normal taxis are better to be called by phone - in this case the tariff will be the lowest
Your active city break in Vilnius. Attractions, recreation and entertainment - best places to spend your day and night here
If in the daytime excursions and walks through beautiful parks remain the main entertainment for the guests of Vilnius, when night comes to the city, visitors are attracted by numerous night … Open
8. During a car ride make sure you have fastened a seat belt. This also applies to the passengers sitting behind. Any non-compliance of this rule can result to a large fine. Driving drunk will also cause a large monetary penalty.
9. Local hotels do not have a strict "star" classification, so you definitely need to clear out the nuances you are interested in and discuss the range of services before you check-in.
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Lithuania: travelling advices

3. Lithuania has a well-developed public transportation network. Tickets must first be purchased at news stalls or shops.
4. All municipal beaches of the country are free. Tourists will have to pay only for using sun loungers or renting an equipment if necessary.
5. Couples and older people will enjoy vacations in Lithuania. There are several sanatoriums in this country where you can have mineral water treatment.
6. Like other Baltic countries, Lithuania has a rather low crime rate, which makes a journey even more comfortable. However, you should be cautious in popular tourist places, as there is a risk of encountering pickpockets. … Open

What to visit being in Vilnius - unique sights

Apartment-museum of Wenceslas family

From the series “Apartment-museums of great celebrities”
Check on the map:   Distance from Vilnius center - 2.9 km.
A huge library, personal belongings of the writer, his manuscripts, and antiques are stored in the old apartment. The museum has more than 8,000 exhibits. The atmosphere of the writer's office was recreated as accurately as possible in the apartment. You can see beautiful furniture, old books, and unique works of art in the museum. The writer was very partial to them. … Read further

Tips for the cities around Vilnius

Kaunas
2. Streets of the city are distinguished by extreme cleanliness. Throwing garbage is allowed in specially designated areas only. According to the city’s rules, smoking in public places is prohibited, so smokers should pay attention to the presence of special ... Open »
Minsk
2. The travellers that are going to bring medications should prepare all necessary documents in advance. It’s forbidden to bring medications containing narcotic substances. 3. The tourists that want to bring pieces of art or antique objects from the trip should ... Open »
Bialystok
2. It is recommended to buy bus tickets in advance in kiosks that sell newspapers and tobacco. As a rule, tickets to «pospieszny» buses (express) are twice more expensive than to regular ones. At night (after 23:00), it can be two or even three times more expensive ... Open »
Riga
2. The best way to move around the city is on public transport. This type of transportation is the savviest one. 3. The main streets of the city are always crowded. You will find many people even late at night. The majority of them are tourists, who like walking ... Open »
Klaipeda
2. Klaipeda is a fairly quiet city, where you can safely walk on streets even in the late evening. However, travelers shouldn’t be vigilant in public places and have to watch themselves very carefully. Don’t leave unattended bags and outerwear, and don’t trust ... Open »
Palanga
2. The weather in Palanga is unstable and rather unpredictable. The most favorable season for beach recreation in Palanga is considered to be summer months July and August as fallouts are hardly probable during this period. Tourists looking for lots of excursions and to ... Open »
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