Cathedral Crypts and Medieval History Tour





Apie ekskursiją
NB: The tour is conducted in English language. Travel back in time and uncover the medieval history of Vilnius, exploring the city’s past and its legendary rulers. From ancient settlers to the Grand Dukes, this tour offers a captivating look at how Vilnius and Lithuania developed through the centuries.
Your adventure begins at the monument of Grand Duke Gediminas, where you’ll meet your guide with a yellow sign, umbrella, or bag. During the first hour, you’ll explore key historical sites, including the Lower Palace and Gediminas Castle (viewed from below, without climbing the hill). Along the way, you’ll learn about Lithuania’s first inhabitants, the Baltic tribes and much more!
Next, step inside Vilnius Cathedral and descend beneath its grand halls into the crypts. These chambers hold centuries-old secrets, from noble burials to hidden stories waiting to be revealed. Learn about the significance of the Cathedral, the rulers laid to rest here, and the mysteries that still linger.
Į kainą įskaičiuota
- Knowledgeable guide
- Ticket to the Cathedral crypts
Į kainą NEįskaičiuota
- Gratuities
- The tour does not bring you up to Gediminas hill and castle
Dalyvių amžius
- Kūdikiai 0–1 m.
- Vaikai 2–6 m.
- Jaunimas 7–13 m.
- Suaugę 14–99 m.
Maršrutas
- 1Sventaragio g., Vilnius
Meeting point. The guide is recognizable by a yellow sign, umbrella, or bag!
15 min - 2Vilnius
We discuss the earliest inhabitants of the area, how the Baltic tribes emerged here, what the Pagan religion was about and how the city oh Vilnius was established at this location
15 min - 3Arsenalo g. 1, Vilnius
We explain what the building was before and what to expect in case you decide to visit it later after the tour
Pravažiuojama be sustojimo - 4Vilnius
We cover the conditions under which the Lithuanian Kingdom was created in 13th century. The early development of the Medieval country
15 min - 5Arsenalo g. 5, Gediminas Tower, Vilnius
We do not climb to the hill, we check the beautiful view of the tower from the bottom and discuss the purpose of the defensive castle in Vilnius
Pravažiuojama be sustojimo - 6Katedros a. 4, Vilnius
We visit the yard of the palace and understand why it was build here, learn about the great historical rulers and what we can find in the palace nowadays (we are not visiting the museum itself)
15 min - 7Katedros a. 1, Cathedral Square, Vilnius
After walking outside, we descend into the mysterious crypts beneath Vilnius Cathedral, where we visit the chambers. We learn about the significance of the Cathedral, the people laid to rest here, the history of religious development of the country and the mysteries that still linger in its depths.
60 minBilietas įskaičiuotas - 8Arsenalo g. 3, Vilnius
We learn about the buildings surrounding the Cathedral square, what was their initial purpose at the formation of the city of Vilnius
15 min
Atšaukimo politika
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Papildoma informacija
- • Public transportation options are available nearby
- • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- • Not recommended for travelers with mobility difficulties
- • Not recommended for travelers with claustrophobia
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