Daily costs per person in EUR. Vilnius is one of Europe's cheapest capitals — world-class culture, excellent food, and great nightlife at astonishingly low prices.
Daily cost breakdown
Currency: EUR (Euro) (1 USD ≈ €0.92)
| Category | Budget | Mid-range | Splurge | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | €10–25 | €50–100 | €150+ | Hostels → boutique guesthouses → luxury hotels |
| Food | €8–15 | €20–35 | €55+ | Market food & Forto Dvaras → restaurants → tasting menus |
| Transport | €1–5 | €8–15 | €25+ | Walking & buses → taxis/Bolt → day trips |
| Activities | €3–10 | €15–25 | €40+ | Free sights & 1 museum → multiple museums → guided tours |
| Drinks | €3–6 | €8–15 | €25+ | Šnekutis beer → craft bars → cocktail lounges |
| Daily Total | €25–61 | €101–190 | €295+ | $28–67 → $111–209 → $325+ |
Money-saving tips
Cheapest beer in Europe
Šnekutis serves half-litres of local draught beer for €2. Most old town bars charge €3–5 for craft beer and €7–9 for cocktails. Lithuania is one of Europe's cheapest nights out.
Cepelinai everywhere
A plate of cepelinai (potato dumplings) costs €4–6 and is a massive, filling meal. Forto Dvaras has the best-value traditional food in the old town — full meals for €6–10.
Free old town
Most churches are free, Cathedral Square, Gediminas Hill (without the tower), Užupis, Bernardinų Garden, and the street art are all free. You can explore for a full day without spending a cent.
Bus travel
Buses to Trakai cost €2 each way (30 min). City buses cost €1 from the driver or €0.65 with a Vilniečio Kortelė transport card. Walking covers most of the old town.
Museum free days
MO Museum is free on the first Wednesday. Many museums offer discounts for students. Gediminas Tower is €6 but the hill itself is free with great views.
Market eating
Halės Market has cheap, fresh food — sandwiches from €2, soups from €3, and the food court upstairs has full meals for €5–8. Better value than any restaurant.
