Christmas Markets in the Baltic States are opened from the first weekend in December till the first weekend in January. Enjoy a guided private tour in historical Vilnius Old Town 1,hrs , which is one of the largest in North-Eastern Europe. During the tour guide will show you the Gediminas Castle and Tower, and interesting Uzupis district. Vilnius is often called a Baroque city. However, the ruins of castles, narrow streets, church spires, bell towers, red tile roofs, residential cellars testify that Vilnius has massive influence from Gothic style.
In the 16th century Gothic became intertwined with Renaissance, and in the 17th β 18th-century Baroque buildings started to appear. Have an impression of Christmas Market in Vilnius, by visiting little stalls, lighted Christmas tree and warming up by the cup of hot wine.
During Christmas time there are usually three main locations of Capital Vilnius with a lot of special details. The first location is Cathedral Square where will stand 25 m high Christmas tree with lots of flashing lights, decorations, Christmas toys, and lighting of it is promising great entertainment.
Also, at the Cathedral Square during December will be a seasonal Christmas town built, where visitors will be able to feast their eyes at hand-made pottery, glass products, jewelry and specially made sweets such as chestnuts, gingerbread or mulled wine as well as purchase Christmas presents, made by various craftsmen.
The second location is City Hall Square where visitors also will see big, playful Christmas tree, decorated with renewed flashing cookies, pieces of orange and colorful candies. Third location β Bernardinai Garden where visitors will see flashing and playing fountain, swinging carousel. Have an overnight in Vilnius. Have breakfast at the hotel.
