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Vilnius: Tastes of Lithuania

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Activity provider: Vilnius with Locals Tours

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$68per person
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$118

from $68 per person

Free cancellation
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Aušros Varto g. 14, Vilnius, 01303 Vilniaus m. sav., Lithuania

The tasting tour will show you that Lithuanian cuisine extends much further than potato or meat dishes. You will enjoy Lithuanian snacks and drinks, which for the most part are still enjoyed by locals.

Full description

We will start at the famous Sharp Gate, where you will meet our guide with a yellow sign (the guide will be waiting at the gate on the Basilienu Street side!), and learn about the roots of Lithuanian culinary culture and how it has developed over the centuries at the crossroads of Europe. From here we head to our first tasting stop: an assortment of local cheeses that have been enjoyed for generations and reinterpreted for modern tastes.
On the way to the town hall, we will introduce you to the multicultural character of Vilnius - a city where Lithuanians, Poles, Jews, Germans and other nationalities met, traded, cooked and shared recipes that shaped the city's culinary tastes.

Then we will stop by a cozy local pub for a truly Lithuanian experience. Here you'll learn about pit mead, one of the oldest alcoholic drinks in Europe, and taste two varieties of it, paired with hearty snacks such as deli meats, dark rye bread and small fish appetizers.

Then we will go to one of the oldest surviving Lithuanian confectionery manufacturers! You'll get a sweet little surprise that combines modern craftsmanship with early 20th century flavors and local history.

Our tour ends at a local grocery store, where the shelves are stocked with Lithuanian products. Here you'll try some of our iconic desserts and be inspired to buy delicious souvenirs to take home.

There will be a few surprises along the way, but shh... let it remain a tasty secret :) Join us to savor the flavors of Lithuania, where every bite tells a story and every flavor is a journey into the heart of modern Lithuanian cuisine, inspired by tradition.

What should you keep in mind before booking?
- The tour is conducted in the format of a one/two-bite tasting, so its goal is to introduce you to the varied tastes of our cuisine, so that after the tour your stomach is ready for a heartier dinner :)

- This Experience is designed for small groups (ideally up to 10 people) to ensure a friendly, relaxed atmosphere and meaningful interaction.

- Please note that the tour is not suitable for vegans. If you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions, please notify us in advance by email so we can prepare accordingly.

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 1 days before for a full refund.
Duration 3 h
Check start time when booking
Live tour guide
English, Lietuviškas
Small group available
  • Professional local guide for 2.5–3 hours
  • Lithuanian cheese tasting
  • Tasting of two different varieties of local mead (non-alcoholic option available)
  • Two small fish sandwiches
  • Dark rye bread
  • Assortment of local sausages and snacks
  • Traditional Lithuanian desserts and pastries