Vilnius, Lithuania
2013
Capital city
Lodging
 Vilnius Old Town
 Vokiečių gatvė, LT-01130 Vilnius, Lithuania
 http://www.wimdu.com/offers/7J15TV7V?checkin_date
=07%2F17%2F2013&checkout_date=07%2F18%2F20
13&city=Vilnius&path=%2Fsearch&search_geolocation
=100253-vilnius
 $138 a night
Description
 Only 100m from the Rotušė Plaza, the center of Vilnius's Old Town, this
multistory apartment offers spectacular views of Vilnius from the windows and
balcony. Located on one of the capital's most popular streets--with bars,
restaurants, outdoor cafes, night clubs, and museums just a few steps away--
the apartment also offers peace and quiet, because all the windows face an
inner courtyard, not the street. 

The property features two bedrooms and a
sleep loft with five total single beds. Occupancy can expand from five to eight
or even ten, if one wants to use the fold-out sofa for two, a futon for one, and
an additional queen-sized mattress. 

The apartment also offers a telephone
that allows you to make unlimited free calls to the apartment owner as well as
friends and family in the United States and Canada. 

The views from the
apartment are unmatched. Gediminas Castle, the Hill of Three Crosses, and a
number of beautiful churches are all visible.
Amentities
 Kitchen, Washer/Dryer, TV, Indoor fireplace, Parking,
Balcony/terrace, Internet/WiFi
Slight Problem
 Apartment is booked July 21st- August 2nd
 So we would have to be in Vilnius before or after that in
order to get the Jew status lodging
Backup Jew lodging
 A5 hotel
 http://www.a5hotel.lt/en/rooms.htm
 Gay 5 km from center of Vilnius
 “Sweet” (they spelled “Suite” wrong on their website) or
Triple beds -50 euro a night
 Jewy Single with “mini” bed- 25 euro a night
 Breakfast included
 Guarded parking lot
 Taxi service
A5 Jewness

Paupio Namai
 31A, Vilnius LT-11341
 http://www.paupionamai.lt/Home
 “family hotel is opened for those who look for a comfort,
not a luxury.”
 “one of the most romantic part of the old town, Uzupis
area”
 WiFi, Fax, Bar, Breakfast room, Kitchen, Iron, Hair
Dryer, Wash, Taxi, Parking
Rooms
 Borderline shit hostel level
 Way below American standard of living
 “a restroom with a fireplace”… which I think is illegal in
the USA
 Shower in the actual
bed room… which I think
Is either illegal or strongly
Frowned upon in the USA
Master Jew
Old Town
City Tour Jew style
 Free
 YELLOW FREE TOURS IS AN INTERNATIONAL YOUTH PROJECT
THAT ORGANIZES FREE CITY TOURS IN BALTIC STATES AND
NORTHERN EUROPE.
 http://freetour.traveller.ee
 http://www.likealocalguide.com/vilnius/vilnius-free-tour/
Sts. Peter & Paul's Church (Sv. Apastalu Petro ir
Povilo Baznycia)
 Antakalnio gatve 1, Vilnius, Lithuania
St. Anne's Church
 8 Maironio g, Vilnius, Lithuania
Gediminas Tower
 Arsenalo 3a gatve, Vilnius, Lithuania
 “The Gediminas Tower is at the top of Vilnius and has
great views of Old and New Towns. Make sure to take
both staircases, they lead to different areas of the
Castle.”
Gates of Dawn (Ausros
Vartai)
 Ausros Vartu 12, Vilnius, Lithuania
 “A holy place, espceially for the Poles”
Hill of Three Crosses
 Kalnai Park
 “At the top, you can enjoy an unobstructed view of
Vilnius Old Town and the city center.”
Cathedral (Arkikatedra
Bazilika)
 Katedros aikste 1, Vilnius, Lithuania
 “Catholisim in all it's gothic darkness inside, eery,
creepy....and full of evil spirits. The pious looking
artificial demon lady at the door selling rosaries
creeped me out by her villain smile”
Television Tower (Televizijos
Bokstas)
 Sausio 13 osios gatve 10, Vilnius, Lithuania
 In 1991, over a dozen Lithuanians were killed by Soviet
tanks on this spot as they demonstrated for
independence.
 “Excellent views from the revolving restaurant.”
St. Michael's Church (Sv.
Mykolo Baznycia)
 Sv Mykolo 9, Vilnius, Lithuania
 “Anyone coming to Vilnius should visit this Church - it is
in the heart of the Old town, but in a quiet part, and
most importantly - if you are tired of walking around in
one of the largest Old towns in Central Europe, you can
spend some time quietly sitting under the shadow of
Vilnius symbol, St.Cristofer in the courtyard of this
wonderful small church”
Zaliasis Tiltas
 The biggest bridge in the center of Vilnius old town. It's
famous because of its Soviet sculptures.
Presidential Palace
 Daukanto aikste 3/8, Vilnius, Lithuania
 “In this day and age, I have never seen such as unsecured
presidential home. You can walk past or even inside the
presidential palace without anyone stopping you. In fact, the lack
of (seen) security is surprising. The government is even so kind to
let everyone know that the president is in residence, by the
placement of a flag. It is an amazing building in Old Town and it is
nice to be able to walk right through the property.”
Stebuklas
 Katedros aikste 1, Vilnius, Lithuania
 Beginning spot of a human chain that lead to Estonia
as a protest
 Translates to “miracle”
 Stand on it, spin 3 times while thinking of a wish
Vilnius Dungeons
 Medieval dungeons under parts of central Vilnius
 Real size and extent are unknown
 About 4,000 dead bodies; either mummified or skeletons
 Only known entrance at Church of the Holy Spirit
Orthodox Church of the Holy Spirit
(Staciatikiu Sv. Dvasios Cerkve)
 Ausros Vartu 10, Vilnius, Lithuania
Paneriai (Ponar)
 Agrastu 17, Vilnius, Lithuania
 “During WW2, the Nazis used these former Russian gasoline pits for
murdering especially the Vilnius Jews. Conveniently placed next to the
railroad tracks a few miles outside Vilnius and hidden by forest, the Nazis
and their collaborators led the victims into the pits to be shot.”
 “Be aware that when we visited a group of five young men turned up to
the main car park and were drinking alcohol, smoking and playing
incredibly loud dance music. Obviously there to be disrespectful and goad
any visitors into an altercation. A very neo-nazi feel to them.”
Map of the Ghetto
 Rudninku 18 | (on the wall of the AAA Real Estate
building), Vilnius, Lithuania
Uzupis Angel
 Uzupio & Malunu, Vilnius, Lithuania
Castle Hill
 One of the Lithuanian state symbols.
Europos Parkas
 http://www.europosparkas.lt
Vilna Gaon Jewish State
Museum
 Pamenkalnio 12, Vilnius 2001, Lithuania
 “240,000 Jews were massacred in Lithuania
during World War II and anti-Semitism is still
alive and well in this country.”
MUSEUM OF THE
CUSTOMS
 Jeruzalės g. 25, LT-08420, Vilnius
 http://www.muziejai.lt/Vilnius/muitines_muziejus.en.htm
 Jew style free admission
Lithuanian Museum of the
Genocide Victims
 Gedimino prospektas / Auku 2a | Gedimino Ave 40,
Vilnius, Lithuania
 “The entrance fee is 6 litas per person, which is
around £1.50.”
 “If You'd like to see communist terror in the
Soviet Union, definitely it is worth seeing.”
KGB Museum (Genocido Auku
Muziejus)
 Auku str. 2A, Vilnius LT-01113, Lithuania
 http://www.genocid.lt/muziejus/en/
National Museum (Lietuvos
Nacionalinis Muziejus)
 Arsenalo 1, Vilnius, Lithuania
Money Museum of the Bank of
Lithuania
 Totoriu g. 2 / 8, Vilnius 01121, Lithuania
 http://www.lb.lt/bol_money_museum
War Machinery and
Transport Museum
 Olandų gatvė 21a
 http://www.muziejai.lt/vilnius/karo_technikos.htm
 http://www.likealocalguide.com/vilnius/war-machinery-
and-transport-museum/
 “We sure do love the smell of gunpowder in the morning. The war
museum is a dream for any military enthusiast, featuring a collection of
military equipment used in Lithuania from 1969 onwards.”
 “You can get a guided tour for cheap(if are not alone).”
Vichy Vandens Park (Vichy
Aqua Park)
 Ozo g. 14 C, Vilnius, Lithuania
 http://www.vandensparkas.lt/apie-vichy-vandens-parka-
en/about-aqua-park-
Christopher’s Summer
Festival
 This is not just a music festival, but also a festival of
carnivals, fairs and fireworks, extending right through
July and August. All sorts of music can be heard, from
ancient music to electronic, from ethnic to
experimental.
 https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kristupo-vasaros-
festivalis/84741268234
Soviet Bunker
 THE BUNKER IS IN THE FORESTS OF NEMENČINĖ
(Road 102 from Vilnius) , 25 KM AWAY FROM
VILNIUS. After you turn to Nemenčinė, take
Nemenčinė- Buivydžiai road. We are 4,5 km futher in
NAUJASODE.
 http://sovietbunker.com/en/?pageid=1
High Rope Park
 http://www.eventstravel.net/vilnius-lithuania-high-rope-
park-activity/
 11 euro per person
 Anupriskes adventure park has 9 different high rope
courses with distinct levels. You can choose either one
course or the whole program. It is possible to do night
climbing too for groups of >20 pax.
Suvio Akademija
 http://www.suvioakademija.lt/en/12.html
 Shoot guns
Uno Park
 http://labasnuotykiuparkas.lt/en/index.php
 Adventure Park with climbing courses
Flea Market “Blusturgis”
 Vilniaus gatvė 39
 http://www.likealocalguide.com/vilnius/flea-market-blusturgis/
 http://blusuturgus.wordpress.com
 “The point of a flea market is to find something really unique and original and the “Blusturgis” is
certainly a place for that. Located in a cozy courtyard in the middle of the Old Town and a little
bit out of it in the cold season. You can expect to find things from clothes to old school soviet
souvenirs, from kittens to fresh made cup of coffee.”
 “The prices are quite reasonable, but bargaining is encouraged.”
 If we get broke or robbed, Colin can sell his stuff to finance rest of trip
Bistro 18
 Stikliu g. 18, Vilnius, Lithuania
 http://www.bistro18.lt/meniu_eng.htm
 Price range: $7 - $15
AJ Chocolate - Chocolate
Restuarant
 Pilies 8, Vilnius, Lithuania
 http://www.ajsokoladas.lt/apie-mus/
Restaurant Lokys
 Stikliu str. 8/10, Vilnius LT-2001 , Lithuania
 http://www.lokys.lt/en/a_la_carte_menu
Cozy
 Dominikonu st. 10, Vilnius, Lithuania
 Price range: $5 - $10
Busi Trecias
 Totorių g. 18. Vilnius, Lithuania
 http://www.busitrecias.lt/index.php/lt/meniu/karstieji_pat
iekalai/30
 Price range: $10 - $15
Savas Kampas
 Vokieciu gatve 4, Vilnius LT-01130, Lithuania
 http://www.savaskampas.lt
 “cheap and cozy”
Submarinas
 http://www.submarinas.lt
 For when too lazy to leave hotel and want to order food
G
 J. Jasinskio 16c Vilnius
 inside a Soviet-era bomb shelter
 Entrance 5 - 25Lt.
 https://www.facebook.com/G.Lithuania
Cocainn
 Gedimino 2a Vilnius
 https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cocainn-
Nightclub/235982473131307
 Entrance free - 10Lt.
 three main rooms catering to different tastes
 perfect introduction to Eastern European nightlife.
Cocainn
Tarantino
 Trakų 2 Vilnius
 https://www.facebook.com/Tarantinoclub?fref=ts
 Entrance free - 20Lt

Vilnius

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    Lodging  Vilnius OldTown  Vokiečių gatvė, LT-01130 Vilnius, Lithuania  http://www.wimdu.com/offers/7J15TV7V?checkin_date =07%2F17%2F2013&checkout_date=07%2F18%2F20 13&city=Vilnius&path=%2Fsearch&search_geolocation =100253-vilnius  $138 a night
  • 4.
    Description  Only 100mfrom the Rotušė Plaza, the center of Vilnius's Old Town, this multistory apartment offers spectacular views of Vilnius from the windows and balcony. Located on one of the capital's most popular streets--with bars, restaurants, outdoor cafes, night clubs, and museums just a few steps away-- the apartment also offers peace and quiet, because all the windows face an inner courtyard, not the street. 

The property features two bedrooms and a sleep loft with five total single beds. Occupancy can expand from five to eight or even ten, if one wants to use the fold-out sofa for two, a futon for one, and an additional queen-sized mattress. 

The apartment also offers a telephone that allows you to make unlimited free calls to the apartment owner as well as friends and family in the United States and Canada. 

The views from the apartment are unmatched. Gediminas Castle, the Hill of Three Crosses, and a number of beautiful churches are all visible.
  • 5.
    Amentities  Kitchen, Washer/Dryer,TV, Indoor fireplace, Parking, Balcony/terrace, Internet/WiFi
  • 6.
    Slight Problem  Apartmentis booked July 21st- August 2nd  So we would have to be in Vilnius before or after that in order to get the Jew status lodging
  • 7.
    Backup Jew lodging A5 hotel  http://www.a5hotel.lt/en/rooms.htm  Gay 5 km from center of Vilnius  “Sweet” (they spelled “Suite” wrong on their website) or Triple beds -50 euro a night  Jewy Single with “mini” bed- 25 euro a night  Breakfast included  Guarded parking lot  Taxi service
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    Paupio Namai  31A,Vilnius LT-11341  http://www.paupionamai.lt/Home  “family hotel is opened for those who look for a comfort, not a luxury.”  “one of the most romantic part of the old town, Uzupis area”  WiFi, Fax, Bar, Breakfast room, Kitchen, Iron, Hair Dryer, Wash, Taxi, Parking
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    Rooms  Borderline shithostel level  Way below American standard of living  “a restroom with a fireplace”… which I think is illegal in the USA  Shower in the actual bed room… which I think Is either illegal or strongly Frowned upon in the USA
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    City Tour Jewstyle  Free  YELLOW FREE TOURS IS AN INTERNATIONAL YOUTH PROJECT THAT ORGANIZES FREE CITY TOURS IN BALTIC STATES AND NORTHERN EUROPE.  http://freetour.traveller.ee  http://www.likealocalguide.com/vilnius/vilnius-free-tour/
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    Sts. Peter &Paul's Church (Sv. Apastalu Petro ir Povilo Baznycia)  Antakalnio gatve 1, Vilnius, Lithuania
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    St. Anne's Church 8 Maironio g, Vilnius, Lithuania
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    Gediminas Tower  Arsenalo3a gatve, Vilnius, Lithuania  “The Gediminas Tower is at the top of Vilnius and has great views of Old and New Towns. Make sure to take both staircases, they lead to different areas of the Castle.”
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    Gates of Dawn(Ausros Vartai)  Ausros Vartu 12, Vilnius, Lithuania  “A holy place, espceially for the Poles”
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    Hill of ThreeCrosses  Kalnai Park  “At the top, you can enjoy an unobstructed view of Vilnius Old Town and the city center.”
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    Cathedral (Arkikatedra Bazilika)  Katedrosaikste 1, Vilnius, Lithuania  “Catholisim in all it's gothic darkness inside, eery, creepy....and full of evil spirits. The pious looking artificial demon lady at the door selling rosaries creeped me out by her villain smile”
  • 20.
    Television Tower (Televizijos Bokstas) Sausio 13 osios gatve 10, Vilnius, Lithuania  In 1991, over a dozen Lithuanians were killed by Soviet tanks on this spot as they demonstrated for independence.  “Excellent views from the revolving restaurant.”
  • 21.
    St. Michael's Church(Sv. Mykolo Baznycia)  Sv Mykolo 9, Vilnius, Lithuania  “Anyone coming to Vilnius should visit this Church - it is in the heart of the Old town, but in a quiet part, and most importantly - if you are tired of walking around in one of the largest Old towns in Central Europe, you can spend some time quietly sitting under the shadow of Vilnius symbol, St.Cristofer in the courtyard of this wonderful small church”
  • 22.
    Zaliasis Tiltas  Thebiggest bridge in the center of Vilnius old town. It's famous because of its Soviet sculptures.
  • 23.
    Presidential Palace  Daukantoaikste 3/8, Vilnius, Lithuania  “In this day and age, I have never seen such as unsecured presidential home. You can walk past or even inside the presidential palace without anyone stopping you. In fact, the lack of (seen) security is surprising. The government is even so kind to let everyone know that the president is in residence, by the placement of a flag. It is an amazing building in Old Town and it is nice to be able to walk right through the property.”
  • 24.
    Stebuklas  Katedros aikste1, Vilnius, Lithuania  Beginning spot of a human chain that lead to Estonia as a protest  Translates to “miracle”  Stand on it, spin 3 times while thinking of a wish
  • 25.
    Vilnius Dungeons  Medievaldungeons under parts of central Vilnius  Real size and extent are unknown  About 4,000 dead bodies; either mummified or skeletons  Only known entrance at Church of the Holy Spirit
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    Orthodox Church ofthe Holy Spirit (Staciatikiu Sv. Dvasios Cerkve)  Ausros Vartu 10, Vilnius, Lithuania
  • 27.
    Paneriai (Ponar)  Agrastu17, Vilnius, Lithuania  “During WW2, the Nazis used these former Russian gasoline pits for murdering especially the Vilnius Jews. Conveniently placed next to the railroad tracks a few miles outside Vilnius and hidden by forest, the Nazis and their collaborators led the victims into the pits to be shot.”  “Be aware that when we visited a group of five young men turned up to the main car park and were drinking alcohol, smoking and playing incredibly loud dance music. Obviously there to be disrespectful and goad any visitors into an altercation. A very neo-nazi feel to them.”
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    Map of theGhetto  Rudninku 18 | (on the wall of the AAA Real Estate building), Vilnius, Lithuania
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    Uzupis Angel  Uzupio& Malunu, Vilnius, Lithuania
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    Castle Hill  Oneof the Lithuanian state symbols.
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    Vilna Gaon JewishState Museum  Pamenkalnio 12, Vilnius 2001, Lithuania  “240,000 Jews were massacred in Lithuania during World War II and anti-Semitism is still alive and well in this country.”
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    MUSEUM OF THE CUSTOMS Jeruzalės g. 25, LT-08420, Vilnius  http://www.muziejai.lt/Vilnius/muitines_muziejus.en.htm  Jew style free admission
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    Lithuanian Museum ofthe Genocide Victims  Gedimino prospektas / Auku 2a | Gedimino Ave 40, Vilnius, Lithuania  “The entrance fee is 6 litas per person, which is around £1.50.”  “If You'd like to see communist terror in the Soviet Union, definitely it is worth seeing.”
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    KGB Museum (GenocidoAuku Muziejus)  Auku str. 2A, Vilnius LT-01113, Lithuania  http://www.genocid.lt/muziejus/en/
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    National Museum (Lietuvos NacionalinisMuziejus)  Arsenalo 1, Vilnius, Lithuania
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    Money Museum ofthe Bank of Lithuania  Totoriu g. 2 / 8, Vilnius 01121, Lithuania  http://www.lb.lt/bol_money_museum
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    War Machinery and TransportMuseum  Olandų gatvė 21a  http://www.muziejai.lt/vilnius/karo_technikos.htm  http://www.likealocalguide.com/vilnius/war-machinery- and-transport-museum/  “We sure do love the smell of gunpowder in the morning. The war museum is a dream for any military enthusiast, featuring a collection of military equipment used in Lithuania from 1969 onwards.”  “You can get a guided tour for cheap(if are not alone).”
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    Vichy Vandens Park(Vichy Aqua Park)  Ozo g. 14 C, Vilnius, Lithuania  http://www.vandensparkas.lt/apie-vichy-vandens-parka- en/about-aqua-park-
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    Christopher’s Summer Festival  Thisis not just a music festival, but also a festival of carnivals, fairs and fireworks, extending right through July and August. All sorts of music can be heard, from ancient music to electronic, from ethnic to experimental.  https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kristupo-vasaros- festivalis/84741268234
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    Soviet Bunker  THEBUNKER IS IN THE FORESTS OF NEMENČINĖ (Road 102 from Vilnius) , 25 KM AWAY FROM VILNIUS. After you turn to Nemenčinė, take Nemenčinė- Buivydžiai road. We are 4,5 km futher in NAUJASODE.  http://sovietbunker.com/en/?pageid=1
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    High Rope Park http://www.eventstravel.net/vilnius-lithuania-high-rope- park-activity/  11 euro per person  Anupriskes adventure park has 9 different high rope courses with distinct levels. You can choose either one course or the whole program. It is possible to do night climbing too for groups of >20 pax.
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    Flea Market “Blusturgis” Vilniaus gatvė 39  http://www.likealocalguide.com/vilnius/flea-market-blusturgis/  http://blusuturgus.wordpress.com  “The point of a flea market is to find something really unique and original and the “Blusturgis” is certainly a place for that. Located in a cozy courtyard in the middle of the Old Town and a little bit out of it in the cold season. You can expect to find things from clothes to old school soviet souvenirs, from kittens to fresh made cup of coffee.”  “The prices are quite reasonable, but bargaining is encouraged.”  If we get broke or robbed, Colin can sell his stuff to finance rest of trip
  • 47.
    Bistro 18  Stikliug. 18, Vilnius, Lithuania  http://www.bistro18.lt/meniu_eng.htm  Price range: $7 - $15
  • 48.
    AJ Chocolate -Chocolate Restuarant  Pilies 8, Vilnius, Lithuania  http://www.ajsokoladas.lt/apie-mus/
  • 49.
    Restaurant Lokys  Stikliustr. 8/10, Vilnius LT-2001 , Lithuania  http://www.lokys.lt/en/a_la_carte_menu
  • 50.
    Cozy  Dominikonu st.10, Vilnius, Lithuania  Price range: $5 - $10
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    Busi Trecias  Totoriųg. 18. Vilnius, Lithuania  http://www.busitrecias.lt/index.php/lt/meniu/karstieji_pat iekalai/30  Price range: $10 - $15
  • 52.
    Savas Kampas  Vokieciugatve 4, Vilnius LT-01130, Lithuania  http://www.savaskampas.lt  “cheap and cozy”
  • 53.
    Submarinas  http://www.submarinas.lt  Forwhen too lazy to leave hotel and want to order food
  • 54.
    G  J. Jasinskio16c Vilnius  inside a Soviet-era bomb shelter  Entrance 5 - 25Lt.  https://www.facebook.com/G.Lithuania
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    Cocainn  Gedimino 2aVilnius  https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cocainn- Nightclub/235982473131307  Entrance free - 10Lt.  three main rooms catering to different tastes  perfect introduction to Eastern European nightlife.
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    Tarantino  Trakų 2Vilnius  https://www.facebook.com/Tarantinoclub?fref=ts  Entrance free - 20Lt