Food and Drink
- Wine Bars
- Somm, Notre Vie (Old Town)
- Street Food Stalls
- Paupio Turgus (High-end food hall in Paupys district)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Gaspar's (Goan-Lithuanian fusion), Blue Lotus (Indian/Thai)
- Best Food Delivery App
- Wolt, Bolt Food
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Cepelinai (Potato dumplings) or Šaltibarščiai (Cold beet soup) at Etno Dvaras
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- RoseHip Vegan Bistro, Vieta (Shanti)
- Best Dessert Spots
- Holy Donut, Pinavija Café & Bakery
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Lidl, Maxima (X or XX formats), Halės Turgus (Local market)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Pigu.lt, Vinted (Lithuanian-founded secondhand market)
- Grocery Delivery
- Barbora (Maxima), LastMile
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Vilniaus Street and Islandijos Street
- Local Brewery
- Sakiškių alus, Dundulis (found at craft bars like Alaus Biblioteka)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Gediminas Tower, Palace of the Grand Dukes, Vilnius Cathedral
- Museums & Art Venues
- MO Museum (Modern Art), Museum of Occupations and Freedom Fights
- Historical Sites
- The Gate of Dawn, Trakai Island Castle (30km away)
- Religious Sites
- St. Anne's Church (Gothic masterpiece), Bernardine Gardens Monastery
- Annual Events
- Kaziukas Fair (March), Vilnius Jazz Festival (October)
- Cultural Districts
- Užupis (Self-proclaimed independent Republic of artists)
- Theater Venues
- Lithuanian National Opera and Ballet Theatre (LNOBT)
- Local Markets
- Halės Market (Historic food market), Kalvarijų Market
- Music Scene
- Loftas Art Factory (Techno/Electro), Tamsta Club (Live bands)
- Street Art
- Literatų Street (Wall dedicated to writers), Millo Mural (Pylimo g.)
- Cooking Classes
- Čiop Čiop Culinary Studio
- Art Galleries
- Vartai Gallery, National Gallery of Art
- Historic Buildings
- Vilnius University (One of the oldest in Northern Europe)
- Local Heritage
- Vytis (The Knight) – National emblem symbolizing resilience
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Vingis Park (Massive city park), Pavilniai Regional Park
- National Parks Nearby
- Aukštaitija National Park (Lakes/forests, 1.5 hours away)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Neris River Path, Belmontas trails
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Subačius viewpoint, Three Crosses Hill
- Birdwatching Locations
- Pavilniai Regional Park, Akmena Lake
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Neris Riverside designated BBQ zones (Valakampiai)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- LP Express, Omniva, Itella (Smartpost lockers are everywhere)
- Tech Repair Services
- Itaisyti.lt, PC remonto centras
- Table Tennis Spots
- Ping-pong tables in Reformatai Park, Vingis Park
- Language Classes
- Linas & Liūnas, Vilnius University Lithuanian courses
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Martynas Mažvydas National Library (Excellent coworking vibe)
- Community Centers
- Vilnius Social Club, Create Lithuania hub
- Gaming Lounges
- GG Arena (E-sports/PC gaming)
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Olympic Casino (Gedimino pr. 21)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €5,200 per m² (e.g., 35 m² = €182,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €2,900 per m² (e.g., 35 m² = €101,500)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €4,800 per m² (e.g., 50 m² = €240,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €2,600 per m² (e.g., 50 m² = €130,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €4,500 per m² (e.g., 75 m² = €337,500)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €2,400 per m² (e.g., 75 m² = €180,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 15% standard (5% for small companies with turnover <€300k)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 15%
- Tax System
- World-wide income for residents; 183-day rule applies
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 20% (Standard); 32% (on income exceeding approx. €100k/year)
- VAT
- 21%
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, EU-aligned anti-avoidance rules apply
- Property Tax
- 0.5% to 3% for commercial; residential tax-free under threshold €150k
- Property Transaction Tax
- Registration fees approx. 0.5-1%; No transfer tax for buyers (just notary)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Lithuania offers an Individual Activity Certificate with effective tax as low as 5-15% for freelancers.
Essentials
- City
- Vilnius, Vilnius County, Lithuania
- Population
- 592,000
- Internet Speed
- Avg. 120 Mbps (Fiber is standard; one of the fastest in Europe)
- Currency & Banking
- Euro (EUR). 1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD. Major banks: SEB, Swedbank.
- Tap Water
- Drinkable (100% from underground sources, high quality)
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F sockets
- SIM Card
- Pildyk (Tele2), Ežys (Telia), Labas (Bitė). Pre-paid 10GB for approx. €5
- Banking for Expats
- Revolut (Headquartered in LT), Swedbank, SEB. Card payments accepted everywhere.
- Accommodation
- Airbnb, Aruodas.lt (Local listings), Chapters Coliving
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, extremely high adoption; even street markets often take cards.
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Booking.com, Chapters (Coliving slots)
- Budget Accommodation
- Jimmy Jumps House, Downtown Forest Hostel (€15-€25/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Old Town (Senamiestis) - historic charm and major sites.
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Užupis (Bohemian) or Naujamiestis (Modern loft district/tech hub).
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Workland Gedimino (€25/day) or Talent Garden Vilnius
- Best Cafe for Work
- Caffeine ROASTERS (Pylimo g. 19) or Backstage Cafe
- Networking Events
- Startup Lithuania events, Vilnius TechFusion meetups
- Social Events for Expats
- Foreigners in Vilnius Facebook Group, International Thursdays at various pubs
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Bolt (Most popular), Uber
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Bolt Scooters, Cyclocity orange bikes (€0.50/30 mins)
- Best Beach Nearby
- Valakampiai River Beach (30 mins bus) or Palanga (3.5 hours by train)
- Top Regional Airline
- AirBaltic
- Top International Airline
- Lufthansa, Finnair, Ryanair
- Highway Access
- A1 (Vilnius-Kaunas-Klaipėda), A2 (Vilnius-Panevėžys)
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Vilnius Railway Station (Geležinkelio g. 16)
- Public Transport Passes
- m.Ticket app: 30-day pass for €29; 1-day pass for €5
- Regional Travel
- Lithuanian Railways (LTG Link) to Kaunas/Trakai; Lux Express buses for Baltic capitals
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Vilnius University Hospital Santaros Klinikos
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Yoga Loft Vilnius, Mai Ram Yoga (€15-€20 per session)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Lemon Gym (Budget-friendly, €25/mo), Gym+ (24/7 access)
- Laundry Services
- Speed Queen (Savanorių pr. 6) - Self-service laundry