Bell Tower of Vilnius Cathedral
Bell Tower of Vilnius Cathedral
4.5
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
About
The history of one of the oldest and highest towers in Vilnius Old Town goes back to 13th century. In the 16th century the defensive tower was converted into the Cathedral's bell tower and acquired its present appearance in the 19th century. The bell tower contains functioning bells and the earliest surviving clock mechanism in Lithuania. Come, count the steps (that are steep, narrow and impressive) and enjoy a wonderful panoramic view of Vilnius! And if you're up for something magnificent, pop by at 5 p.m. to hear the big bells toll around you!
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Nikoll M
Bratislava, Slovakia99 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
I gotta say this is easily the worst sightseeing tower I’ve ever been to. Not because of the sight (Vilnius is a nice city) but simply because there’s NET all around and it’s impossible to take a nice picture of the city. There was only ONE small window you could open and there was no net so at least they gave us that. I’m not even talking bout the entry fee. I paid 10€ (1 adult = 5€). I’m the last person to complain about ticket prices when I’m traveling but this was a fail really. Do yourself a favor and skip.
Written 6 February 2020
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Seigaki
Joinville, SC190 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
Everything is well organized, there is a souvenir shop (souvenir prices starting at €0.50) and a space that tells the story of the tower - the city - the bells and mechanisms used to make the tower.
It is not an accessible tourist spot - there are no ramps or elevators. And the steps are very small, which could be a problem for people with mobility difficulties.
There is a €6 ticket to enter and climb the tower. On the way (up the stairs) there is some information about the tower, materials, the bells... on the 1st floor a timeline of events in the EU and in Vilnius - there is an exhibition of bells, a bench and drawers that you can access and read the infos (Lithuanian and English) and further up the tower an observation “space/deck” and finally the bell floor itself. This place also has some “drops” of information and windows to see the surrounding area. Be careful that one of the small bells rings every 15 minutes 😅 so you don't get caught off guard and get scared like I did! 😅😂🤣😂
It is not an accessible tourist spot - there are no ramps or elevators. And the steps are very small, which could be a problem for people with mobility difficulties.
There is a €6 ticket to enter and climb the tower. On the way (up the stairs) there is some information about the tower, materials, the bells... on the 1st floor a timeline of events in the EU and in Vilnius - there is an exhibition of bells, a bench and drawers that you can access and read the infos (Lithuanian and English) and further up the tower an observation “space/deck” and finally the bell floor itself. This place also has some “drops” of information and windows to see the surrounding area. Be careful that one of the small bells rings every 15 minutes 😅 so you don't get caught off guard and get scared like I did! 😅😂🤣😂
Written 30 October 2023
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mrskrun
Larvik, Norway4,376 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
I am impressed with the Bell Tower of Vilnius Cathedral. The exterior and interior of the tower are impressive. We paid €12 for 2 persons and explored the tower starting from the lower level and climbed up. It’s worth to visit this place.
Written 18 April 2023
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Neesh
8 contributions
Feb 2020
We got there perfectly in time for their 6 pm bells tolling, purely by chance. The staff informed us that the bells were about to start in 2 minutes and we can catch them if we hurried (re: climbing all the way to the top). Beautiful tower, with multiple levels and a different experience at every level, not to forget great views in all directions. Watching the bells toll from a higher vantage point was a great experience!
Written 11 February 2020
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Olli M
Helsinki, Finland22 contributions
Jul 2024 • Solo
A very engaging place to visit next to the Cathedral. You first see a short video about the history of the belfry, and then you climb up and see it for yourself. There were also a modern art installation and some carillon bells you can try hitting with a mallet. The old bell mechanism is not in use, and instead there is an automatic modern system at the top. The stairs were steep, so not recommended for people with a fear of heights.
Written 15 July 2024
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Tatsiana
Key West, FL6 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
Beautiful experience. Opted to climb the bell tower after the tour of the crypts was a no-go since there were not enough people. However, the bell tower is very beautiful. The climb is quite steep so keep it in mind.
Written 9 November 2023
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Tommy from Zena
Genoa, Italy5,165 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
Quick visit inside the clock tower. You can climb to the top by taking steep wooden steps, but not too demanding. We visited the tower in just 20 minutes, cost €6. The view was beautiful enough to earn the 4 stars.
Written 11 August 2023
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Tim H
Northampton, UK287 contributions
Dec 2019
This is a tough climb to the top with some very steep and narrow stairs so make sure you are up to it before starting out as its one way up and down. If you can do it its well worth it for the city views and of the Square and castle too. The history and the bells are fascinating too
Written 1 January 2020
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KH
London, UK666 contributions
Aug 2023 • Solo
This is the bell tower next to the cathedral. It was thicker than I imagined, but it seems to be quite tall. You can go inside, but there is Gediminas Tower on a hill a little further away, which is definitely taller. It is lit up at night and is beautiful.
Written 15 August 2023
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Sergey K
Moscow, Russia47,028 contributions
Jul 2023 • Solo
The uniqueness of the free-standing four-tier bell tower of St. Stanislaus Cathedral lies in the fact that it was erected in the 16th-18th centuries on the western tower of the Lower Castle, which existed here in ancient times. Its height is 57 meters with a cross. Bells and tower clocks were installed at the end of the 17th century. In Soviet times, seventeen bells of different sizes were installed on the bell tower, which were used to ring melodies during festivities.
Written 5 April 2024
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