Vilnius is the capital and largest city of Lithuania, on the Neris and Vilnia rivers. Its UNESCO-listed Old Town, one of the largest medieval centres in Eastern Europe, mixes Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque churches with the bohemian Užupis district and a growing craft-beer and restaurant scene.
Vilnius nightlife runs from Old Town beer halls and cellars to concerts and club nights in converted industrial spaces near the railway station. Most bars close around midnight on weekdays and 2:00-3:00 on Friday and Saturday.
Bars fill from about 20:00; clubs peak after midnight on Friday and Saturday. English is widely spoken by staff.
At a glance
- Peak hours
- Bars 20:00-01:00; clubs 23:00-03:00 Friday and Saturday
- Average drink
- Beer €3-6 (~$3.50-7); cocktails €8-12 (~$9-14)
- Dress code
- Casual to smart casual
- Cover charge
- Hours change with the season; confirm on each venue's website or social media.
Nightlife districts
Where the action happens after dark.
Old Town
Totorių, Trakų and Stiklių streets hold most beer bars and tavern cellars.
Best for: A first night out and craft beer
Užupis
Small bars and cafes beside the Vilnelė river.
Best for: Relaxed evenings
Railway station area
Peronas and Dėvėti host concerts and DJ nights.
Best for: Live music and party nights
Bars & pubs
Where locals drink.
Būsi Trečias
Known for: House light, dark and mature beers; beer cocktails
Totorių g. 18, Vilnius, Lithuania
Alaus Biblioteka (Beer Library)
Known for: Wide Lithuanian craft tap and bottle list
Trakų g. 4, Vilnius, Lithuania
Špunka
Known for: Showcase bar of the Dundulis brewery near the Užupis Angel
Užupio g. 9, Vilnius, Lithuania
Lokys Cellar Bar
Known for: Lithuanian beer and mead with game dishes
Stiklių g. 8, Vilnius, Lithuania
Clubs
For dancing into the early hours.
Peronas
Cover: Varies by event, about €5-15 (~$6-17)
Hours: Event nights, usually 21:00-late
Dėvėti
Cover: Free to about €10 (~$12) on party nights
Hours: Evenings; late on Friday and Saturday
Live entertainment
Music, theatre, and performance venues.
Nightlife tips
Stay safe and have fun.
Check venue pages for event nights
Carry ID; the legal drinking age is 20
Use Bolt for late rides, about €5-10 (~$6-12) across town
Avoid drinking in public places; it is fined
Emergency number: 112