Shopping in Vilnius offers a wide variety of experiences. Small workshops located in Old Town galleries and Pilies street sell amber, linen, and local designers' works, with a separate guide dedicated to them. This article focuses on the other side of shopping: the large shopping centers where you will find international brands, cinema, bowling, an ice arena, and everything you need in one visit.
Vilnius has three main shopping and entertainment centers and one historic department store. Each has its own character: one is for a day out with the whole family, another for a calmer shopping experience after work, and a third is suitable when you need to return to your hotel within half an hour. Below, we provide addresses, opening hours, and real 2026 prices, so you know what to expect before you even walk out the door.
Akropolis: the largest shopping and entertainment center in the Baltic States
Akropolis, Ozo g. 25, has been operating since 2002 and has grown from 54,000 to approximately 110,000 square meters of retail space during that time. It is the largest complex of its kind in the Baltic States and the most popular choice for visitors looking for well-known brands in one place.
The building doors are open from 8:00 to 23:00 daily, but individual services operate at different times. Most shops are open from 10:00 to 21:00, the Maxima supermarket from 8:00 to 23:00, and Eurovaistinė pharmacy from 8:00 to 22:00. If you arrive early in the morning or late in the evening, expect only the grocery store and pharmacy to be open, while clothing stores will either still be closed or already closed.
Among the most famous brands located in Akropolis are Zara, Mango, H&M, Reserved, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Massimo Dutti, Nike, Adidas, Pull&Bear, and Stradivarius. It also houses the largest bookstore in Lithuania, so even those not interested in fashion should stop by for at least half an hour.
Cinema, bowling, and ice rink: Akropolis features the Apollo Kinas cinema with eight screens. A standard 2D ticket for an adult from Monday to Thursday costs 7.99 Eur, and from Friday evening to Sunday and on holidays, it costs 8.77 Eur. The O'Learys sports bar offers bowling: an hour from 10:00 to 16:00 costs 14 Eur, evenings from Monday to Thursday 27 Eur, on Friday prices start from 18 Eur, and shoe rental costs 1 Eur per person. The Akropolio ledas ice arena, open all year round, is also located here: a monthly pass for morning skating costs 60 Eur, for daytime skating 90 Eur, valid for two months from the date of purchase. It is most convenient to check the schedule and prices for single sessions on the website on the same day, as they depend on the season and events at the arena.
Practical tip: Akropolis is pet-friendly, and gift cards can be purchased at the checkout if you do not want to guess the size or color.
Panorama: a calmer alternative with a strong food court
Panorama, Šaltoniškių g. 9, is the third largest shopping center in Vilnius and the seventh in all of Lithuania. Shops here are open from 10:00 to 21:00 daily, and the center itself houses over 200 stores.
Panorama is characterized by a calmer atmosphere and a brighter, more spacious interior than Akropolis. Among its specific tenants, you will find the large Lithuanian chain Apranga, the Italian Aeronautica Militare, and the family and children's goods store Atlantic. Locals often choose this center not only for shopping but also for lunch, as its food court selection is considered one of the best in the city.
Practical tip: if you feel tired of the crowds at Akropolis, Panorama can be a calmer, though narrower, choice on the same day.
Ozas: a district center for daily needs and families
Ozas, Ozo g. 18, is the center located closest to residential areas, so there are fewer tourists and more locals doing their daily shopping here. Shops are open from 10:00 to 21:00, the Maxima XXX supermarket from 8:00 to 22:00, and restaurants from 10:00 to 22:00. The covered parking lot, which accommodates about 2500 cars, operates from 8:00 to 23:30, while the outdoor parking lot is open 24 hours.
The center features the GYM+ sports club and about 200 shops and services. It is also worth mentioning the quiet shopping hour, dedicated to visitors who prefer to shop without loud music and bright lights, a rare but valuable detail among Vilnius shopping centers. It is convenient to reach the center by buses 7, 5G, 53, 69, or 26.
CUP (formerly VCUP): a department store near the White Bridge
If Akropolis or Ozas are too far, and time is short, CUP, located in the city center and formerly known as VCUP (Vilnius Central Department Store), is the most practical choice. It is located at Upės g. 9, Šnipiškės, just a few minutes' walk from the White Bridge and the Konstitucijos Avenue business district.
Shops here are open from 10:00 to 21:00, and the Maxima supermarket and Eurovaistinė pharmacy from 8:00 to 22:00. The building houses over 150 shops, restaurants, and services, making it a convenient option if you need to stop by between meetings or before a flight, and it is not worth traveling to suburban shopping centers.
Practical tips for shopping in Vilnius malls
All mentioned centers are open daily, including Sundays, so for those arriving from countries where shops are closed on Sundays, this can be a pleasant surprise. Cards are accepted everywhere, but it is worth having cash at markets and small shops. Non-EU residents can use the Tax Free refund system in larger shopping centers, simply ask for the appropriate form at the checkout.
To Akropolis and Ozas from the Old Town, you will need a bus, taxi, or Bolt ride, which takes about 15 to 25 minutes depending on traffic. Panorama and CUP are closer to the center, making them suitable when you want to shop without wasting half a day on travel. On a rainy or cold day, any of these centers becomes a convenient alternative to outdoor walking, especially with children.
If you are more drawn to an authentic market atmosphere than shopping centers, it is worth reading a separate guide about Halės and Kalvarijų markets, where you will find specific products, prices, and opening hours. And if you are looking for amber, linen, or local artisan souvenirs, there is a separate guide to shopping in the Old Town for that.
Which shopping center to choose
For a day out with the whole family and a desire to watch a movie or play bowling, choose Akropolis. For a calmer shopping experience with good food between purchases, Panorama is suitable. For daily needs near home or your hotel, Ozas is sufficient, and when you only have half an hour between meetings, CUP near the White Bridge will be the quickest option. All four offer the same international brands at different distances from the Old Town, so the choice depends on how much time and patience you have that day.
