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Things to do in Vilnius in March 2027
By ValidaTrip Research · Updated May 20, 2026
Quick answer: Vilnius in March 2027 usually runs near 4C by day, -3C at night, with about 10 rainy days.
Good starting points are Three Crosses Hill, Vilnius University, and Uzupis Constitution and Angel.
Check the event list and public holidays below before assigning fixed dates.
Events, festivals, and public holidays for Vilnius, Lithuania, in March 2027.
The point is making sure the places you already want to see are actually open on the days you'll be there.
Planning a Vilnius trip in March?
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Month context
Vilnius in March: weather, seasonal timing, and what changes.
Vilnius weather in March
High
4.4°C
Low
-2.7°C
Rain
10d
40mm
11.5h daylight
What to prioritize in March
Prioritize Three Crosses Hill, Vilnius University, Uzupis Constitution and Angel, St Anne Church and Bernardine Church, Gediminas Castle Tower.
Dates to check
Events, festivals, and closures in Vilnius.
Public holidays & closures in March 2027
On these dates banks, government offices, and many attractions in Lithuania close or switch to holiday hours. Worth checking before you pin a must-see to one of them.
- Mar 11Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania
- Mar 28Easter Sunday
- Mar 29Easter Monday
City context
What Vilnius is known for before you choose what to prioritize.
Known for
City context
Vilnius is an inland Neris River capital whose large Baroque Old Town climbs from Cathedral Square toward Gediminas Hill and east into Uzupis. The first-trip map is Senamiestis for churches and university courtyards, Uzupis for the self-declared art republic, and Naujamiestis or the station district for newer food, museums, and nightlife.
Food & drink
Local flavor
Vilnius food centers on cepelinai potato dumplings, saltibarsciai cold beet soup, kepta duona fried bread, kibinai, kugelis, and honey cake. Hales Market by the station, Stikliai Street restaurants, Uzupis cafes, and craft-beer bars around Naujamiestis give the best first-pass food map.
Things to do
Attractions and sights to consider in Vilnius.
Things to do in Vilnius
Map of top sights in Vilnius
- 1Three Crosses Hill
- 2Vilnius University
- 3Uzupis Constitution and Angel
- 4St Anne Church and Bernardine Church
- 5Gediminas Castle Tower
- 6Vilnius Cathedral and Bell Tower
- 1
Three Crosses Hill
4.7★ · 5,527outdoorOpen dailyThe white monument stands on a wooded hill above the Vilnia river, with a panorama back to Gediminas Tower and the Old Town. The climb is short but steep from Bernardine Garden.
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Vilnius University
4.6★ · 832outdoorClosed Sat/SunFounded in 1579, the university fills a maze of courtyards, arcades, and halls between Pilies Street and the presidential palace. Its ensemble makes the Old Town feel more lived-in than a museum quarter.
Wikipedia - 3
Uzupis Constitution and Angel
4.6★ · 1,733outdoorOpen dailyUzupis declared itself a playful republic in 1997 and displays its constitution on mirrored plaques near Paupio Street. The Angel of Uzupis column marks the neighborhood main square east of the Old Town.
Show 7 more sights
- 4St Anne Church and Bernardine Church
- 5Gediminas Castle Tower
- 6Vilnius Cathedral and Bell Tower
- 7Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania
- 8Gate of Dawn
- 9Museum of Occupations and Freedom Fights
- 10MO Museum
Areas and routes
Neighborhoods, day trips, and getting around Vilnius.
Vilnius neighborhoods
Each district has its own character — knowing which one you're in changes what's realistic to fit in a day.
Senamiestis
The Old Town is broad and layered, with Cathedral Square, Pilies Street, Vilnius University, Town Hall Square, Gate of Dawn, and dozens of Baroque churches inside a walkable core.
Uzupis
Uzupis feels small, artistic, and self-aware, with its constitution wall, Angel column, galleries, riverside paths, and views back toward St Anne Church.
Naujamiestis
Naujamiestis is the newer city west and south of the Old Town, with MO Museum, cafes, bars, converted industrial buildings, and bus links near Pylimo Street.
Station District and Naujininkai
The station area mixes Hales Market, rail platforms, hostels, street food, and nightlife venues just south of the Gate of Dawn.
Snipiskes and New City Centre
Snipiskes shows Vilnius contrast, with wooden houses, the Europa mall, Konstitucijos prospektas towers, and the modern business district north of the Neris.
Zverynas
Zverynas is leafy and residential, with wooden villas, embassies, the Neris riverbank, and easy access to Vingis Park.
Day trips from Vilnius
Doable as a long day or comfortable as an overnight — each one is a destination on its own.
30km / 40min by train or bus from Vilnius station
Trakai
The island castle on Lake Galve is the classic Vilnius day trip, with Karaim kibinai shops around the lakeshore. Summer weekends need earlier trains or buses.
100km / about 1h 15min by train from Vilnius station
Kaunas
Lithuania second city adds a compact Old Town, interwar modernist architecture, and the confluence of the Neris and Nemunas rivers.
35km / about 45min by car from central Vilnius
Kernave
The UNESCO archaeological site preserves medieval hillfort mounds and early Lithuanian capital history. It is easiest by car or organized tour because buses are less convenient.
Getting around
Vilnius has no metro, but trolleybuses, buses, and the Vilniecio kortele or Trafi/JUDU mobile tickets cover the station, airport, Uzupis edge, and newer districts. The Old Town is best walked, with taxis useful after late Naujamiestis or Uzupis nights.
How to plan Vilnius in March
- 1
Anchor the month
Use the Vilnius weather, seasonal timing, and attraction list as the spine because the dated March event list is still sparse.
- 2
Protect closure days
Hold flexible plans around the 3 public holidays in Lithuania; museums, markets, and government-run sights can switch hours.
- 3
Group and validate
Group each Vilnius day by nearby neighborhoods, then validate the saved places against your trip dates before exporting the checked route to Google Maps.
Best rainy-day things to do in Vilnius in March
March averages 10 rainy days in Vilnius, so keep these indoor stops as realistic backups.
St Anne Church and Bernardine Church
The late-Gothic brick St Anne Church stands beside the larger Bernardine complex on the edge of Uzupis. The pair sits a short walk from Pilies Street and the Vilnia river.
Gediminas Castle Tower
The brick tower is the surviving symbol of the Upper Castle on the hill tied to Grand Duke Gediminas. It rises above Cathedral Square and gives the clearest view over the Neris, Old Town, and Three Crosses Hill.
Vilnius Cathedral and Bell Tower
The neoclassical cathedral was rebuilt by Laurynas Gucevicius in the late 18th century on the city main sacred site. The free-standing bell tower and Cathedral Square form the natural start of an Old Town walk.
Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania
The palace was reconstructed on the Lower Castle site and now explains the Grand Duchy through archaeological foundations, ceremonial rooms, and state history. It stands directly behind Vilnius Cathedral.
Gate of Dawn
The 16th-century city gate holds the Chapel of Our Lady of the Gate of Dawn, one of Vilnius most important Catholic pilgrimage images. It marks the southern entrance into the Old Town from Ausros Vartu street.
What to pack for Vilnius in March
Pack from the monthly climate profile, not a generic Vilnius checklist.
- A warm coat and insulating layers for average highs around 4C.
- A heavier evening layer because nights average -3C.
- Compact rain gear and shoes that handle wet pavement across about 10 rainy days.
How many days do you need in Vilnius
4 days covers the main Vilnius highlights at a realistic pace. Add 3 extra days if you want the listed day trips.
Is Vilnius worth visiting in March
Yes. Vilnius in March: 4.4°C high, -2.7°C low, 40mm rain over 10 days, 11.5h daylight. Cold and clearer — short daylight but skies open.
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Questions
- What's on in Vilnius in March 2027?
- We're still compiling the March 2027 event list for Vilnius. Public holidays and opening-hour checks still apply to whatever you're planning.
- Are there public holidays in Vilnius during March 2027?
- Day of Restoration of Independence of Lithuania (Mar 11), Easter Sunday (Mar 28), Easter Monday (Mar 29). Banks, government offices, and some attractions close or run holiday hours on these days.
- Will the places on my list be open when I'm in Vilnius in March?
- Not always. Opening days and hours vary by weekday, season, and holiday. Paste your Vilnius list into ValidaTrip and it checks every place against the exact dates you're there, flagging closures before the trip instead of at a locked door.
- How do I plan Vilnius days without crossing the city twice?
- ValidaTrip groups your places by neighborhood so each day stays in one or two areas instead of zig-zagging. It also flags what needs booking ahead, so timed tickets and reservations don't fall through.