Užupis
Artistic “republic” over the river Vilnia: galleries, cafés, courtyards, and a playful, bohemian spirit.
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- Independent galleries and street art
- Riverside walks and leafy courtyards
- Cozy cafés and low‑key evenings
Cross the Užupis Bridge, loop the Angel square and back via Paupio street along the river.
See & Do
Central sculpture and meeting point with cafés all around.
Peek into galleries along Užupio and Paupio.
Follow the Vilnia stream towards Bernardinų Garden.
Look for the bronze mermaid guarding the riverbank.
Check Fizzy Lab and Užupis Art Incubator.
Eat & Drink
Small community café for first espresso before crossing the bridge.
Modern Lithuanian plates with a Vilnia River terrace.
Pick up butter croissants and cardamom buns for the riverside benches.
Intimate dining room with Baltic produce and natural wine pairing.
String lights, low stools, generous pours; open late in summer.
Drink
Lithuanian microbrews plus Baltic sours.
Natural bottles, cheese plates, candlelight.
Hidden basement with Baltic-inspired cocktails.
Sunset pints under the willow trees.
Low ceilings, DJ nights on weekends.
Head towards Paupys for skyline spritzes.
Seasonal ciders and pressed apple snacks.
Espresso martinis and Baltic pastries till midnight.
Stay
Minimalist rooms facing the Vilnia with breakfast included.
Renovated loft with exposed brick and balcony.
Artist-run dorm with courtyard café.
Angel square is lively on weekends; pick a side street for quiet nights.
Small streets are uneven; bring comfortable shoes or wheels.
Quickest crossings to Old Town: Užupio Bridge and Bernardinų Bridge.
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