What You Will Do
Step back in time and explore Vilnius through a different lens on our Soviet Vilnius Bike Tour. This 3-hour guided tour takes you beyond the Old Town, deep into the city’s Soviet past, visiting key landmarks and learning about life during the Soviet occupation. Hear fascinating stories from our professional local guides, see stunning Soviet-era architecture, and discover hidden gems that many visitors miss.
This tour is perfect for history buffs, architecture lovers, or anyone curious about Vilnius' Soviet-era legacy. With lots of cycling involved, be sure to wear comfortable clothes and gear up for a unique and educational adventure.
Total distance 14 km
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Velotakas Bike & Tours Vilnius, Travel agency West Express premises, A. Stulginskio gatvė 5, Vilnius
1
Rinktinės gatvė
Abandoned Sports and Concert Hall of soviet times on the Old Jewish Cemetery.
Area of the recently constructed global chain hotels.
2
Piromontas
10 minutes
One of early residential districts of Vilnius of unique architecture and modern approach to real estate development.
Center of local Armenian community.
3
Konstitucijos prospektas
10 minutes
First sky-scraper soviet built international hotel,
Most recent real estate developments featuring business and shopping centers, modern leisure areas, National Art Gallery,
Largest city beach with integral infrastructure for sports and leisure.
4
Šnipiškės
10 minutes
Residential area illustrating the life style of Vilnius of 19th century preserved as unique contrasting location with beauties of wooden architecture and simplicities of utilities.
5
Gediminas Avenue
Longest and straightest street in Vilnius constructed as the new official and representative City Center in the 19th century by leading architects of Russian Empire.
6
Lukiskes Square
5 minutes
City Center of soviet times surrounded by former soviet establishment and judicial institutions.
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