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The Way of Freedom: Behind the Walls of the KGB

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Vilnius, Lithuania
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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

The 20th century contains one of the saddest pages in Lithuanian history. In this tour you will experience the breathtaking Lithuanian spirit for freedom during the difficult and dark times of the Soviet occupation.

In the authentic former KGB prison, you will see the real tools of Soviet oppression, you will hear doors squeaking with pain, you will smell the coldness of torturing hearts.

Be invited to walk in the footsteps of Lithuanian resistance and feel the Lithuanian drive for freedom defended with bare hands and songs against the brutality of the Soviet tanks.

The tour starts in the center of Vilnius. You will see:

• Lukiskes square;
• Lukiškių Prison;
• Lithuanian Parliament (Seimas);
• KGB Museum

The walking tour is approximately 2 km long.

What's Included

  • Walking tour
  • Entrance to Museum of Occupations and Freedom Fights
  • Local guide

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    M7QC+P99 Vilnius
    Vilnius City Municipality, Lithuania

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    End point

    Aukų g. 2A
    01400 Vilnius, Lithuania

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    Lukiskes Square

    One of the main squares of Vilnius, known as the square of Lenin in the Soviet Union times. Nowadays, this square has been reconstructed in a modern way and there is no statue of Lenin anymore
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Lukiškių kalėjimas 2.0

    We’ll pause outside the Lukiškių Prison, once a tsarist jail and later a KGB holding site, now a cultural space that still carries the weight of history.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania

    The tour continues past the Lithuanian Parliament (Seimas), a symbol of restored independence and the scene of the nation’s defiant stand during the 1991 January Events.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Museum of Occupations and Freedom Struggles

    Experience the Lithuanian spirit of resistance with a local guide. In the KGB Museum you will find a lot about difficult reality after the second World War during the Soviet occupation. Many offers and losses paved the way to Lithuania's freedom.
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    1 hour Admission Ticket Included

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Way of Freedom: Behind the Walls of the KGB?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-142501P5

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • Walking tour
    • Entrance to Museum of Occupations and Freedom Fights
    • Local guide

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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