Soviet Vilnius Walking Tour: Explore 50 Years of History and Architecture

Step back in time and explore 50 years of Soviet rule on this engaging walking tour of Vilnius. Discover the city’s Soviet-era architecture and gain insight into life under Soviet rule.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Vilnius With Locals Tours - Our local guide will guide through Soviet history of the city
  • Gediminas Monument - Meeting point
  • Zaliasis Tiltas - Until summer 2015 you could find Soviet propaganda sculptures on this bridge, find out what happened and where they are now
  • Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania - Soviet architecture, events of January 1991
What's Included
  • Professional guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Immerse yourself in a historical journey, spanning 50 years of Soviet reign, with this 2 to 2.5-hour stroll around Vilnius. Wander alongside a knowledgeable guide along the city’s magnificent streets, taking in the striking architecture reminiscent of the Soviet era. Spot renowned Soviet legacy landmarks like the Palace of Concerts and Sports, the…

Location
Monument to Grand Duke Gediminas
Katedros aikštė
Look for the guide with a yellow bag/ yellow sign in front of monument to Gediminas ( a man standing next to a horse) at the Cathedral square
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Gary_d
Jun 6, 2025
Great Soviet Walking Tour - Very good tour and explanation of Vilnius during Soviet times. Got a much better appreciation for life and events then.
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Linda_s
Jun 2, 2025
Enlightening tour - We had an interesting walk with Ieva. Despite the serious undertone, the atmosphere was light. It covered many sides of life under Soviet rule as well as the way to independence for Lithuania.
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Ouliana_r
Jun 1, 2025
The tour was interesting... - The tour was interesting and informative. The guide gave us a lot of insights and prospectives as a local. We recommend the tour.
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Filip_m
May 29, 2025
This is a must for anyone... - This is a must for anyone interested in the history of lithuania and the soviet union. They guide was also very knowledgeable and friendly.
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Ambercf7959vo
May 20, 2025
One of the must-dos in Vilnius - Ieva has lead us walking through the Soviet time of Vilnius and the whole journey was so vivid especially when Ieva generously shared se of her family stories and the local experiences during and after the Soviet ruling. I am just lucky that I have joined this tour before exploring the city by my own.
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Anyanka00
May 19, 2025
Very good tour with Eva - Very informative and interesting tour. Learnt a lot about recent Lithuanian history. Thank you for the tour! I would definitely recommend.
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Rebel_r
May 16, 2025
Insights to Soviet Lithuania - Great view of life in Lithuania as a Republic of the Soviet Union. The architecture and the stories of everyday life were very interesting.
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Aliceju9573hq
May 16, 2025
Loved the tour with Ieva - Ieva was the best your guide - so insightful, knowledgeable, fun, entertaining and kind! We learnt a lot and her infectious love for Vilnius was contagious
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Dansun2004
Apr 26, 2025
Good Tour - Very knowledgeable guide, with excellent stops and references in history. Very attentive to needs of the group. Would highly recommend for history lovers
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Sigurdura2021
Apr 20, 2025
Afbragd's Valetvangsferð! - Fróðleg and skemmtileg leiðsøn þar sem tæpt var á margvíslegum þáttum í lífi Litháa á tímum Sovétríkjanna. Tekið was á áhrifum, trúar, íþrótta and lista með sögum af byggingum and stjórnmálamönnum. Endað við þinghúsið and rakin saga þess þegar Litháar lýstu yfir sjálfstæði. Eva is frábær leiðsögumaður.
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From $23
up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).