Naujoji Vilnia on the Film Map: From Costume Dramas to Historical Series
For many people, Naujoji Vilnia is associated with nature and expressive landscapes, the railway, or its intriguing history. Today, this neighborhood is not only seeing the development of new residential areas and walking routes—it is also increasingly being discovered by filmmakers. Although Naujoji Vilnia is now an integral part of Vilnius, not so long ago […]
Cinematic Vilnius: The Rasų Colony Neighborhood Cherished by Filmmakers
Rasų Colony is one of the most authentic and least altered districts of Vilnius, renowned for its residential complex reminiscent of Swiss-style villas. This place attracts not only lovers of architecture but also filmmakers – quite recently, it stood in for a Norwegian town, and has also served as a backdrop for numerous historical and […]
Žvėrynas Route
Located on the right bank of the Neris River, Žvėrynas is today not only one of Vilnius’ most charming districts but also a popular filming location chosen by both Lithuanian and international filmmakers and advertising crews. Vilnius Film Office invites you to take a walk through this authentic neighborhood and discover the many “roles” its […]
Discover a cinematic side of Vilnius this summer – follow in the footsteps of your favorite screen stories
With summer underway, there’s more reason to head outdoors. To make your walks not only pleasant but also enriching, the Vilnius Film Office invites you to explore self-guided film tourism routes inspired by movies and TV series filmed in the capital. These routes feature not only popular tourist spots in Vilnius, but also the most […]
Baltic filmmakers Unite to Shoot Estonian Thriller: We Were Surprised by How Vilnius Resembles Different European Cities
Filming of Something Real, an Estonian thriller, has wrapped in Vilnius after several intense months. An international team from Latvia and Estonia brought their vision to life across the city — from residential areas to the cinematic corners of Vilnius Old Town. According to the film’s director and producers, Vilnius can easily stand in for […]
The Lithuanian National Philharmonic in Cinema: From a Palace to a Luxury Hotel
The Lithuanian National Philharmonic, founded in 1926, is one of Lithuania’s oldest and most prestigious music institutions. The building, located in the Old Town of Vilnius, was completed in 1905 and is one of the most luxurious examples of the historicist style in the capital of Lithuania. The edifice witnessed several important stages of Vilnius’ […]
Cinematic locations in Vilnius: a place where “Chernobyl Was Filmed”
Vilnius Palace of Culture, Entertainment and Sports was founded in 1980; the building was designed by architect Algimantas Mačiulis. Today, it serves as a venue for seminars, conferences, sports competitions, rehearsals, and training. The interior is also worth visiting for the works of art preserved here: an impressive chandelier, a metal installation and a fresco. […]
Cinematic places of Vilnius: luxurious and unique Vaidilos Theatre
Vaidilos Theater, located near Gediminas Avenue, on A. Jakšto Street, is characterized by neo-Gothic architecture and has a very unique history. These spaces are often chosen for filming. The house was built in the 19th century and was designed by the architect Mikhail Prozorov, who later settled here with his family. The architect’s family owned […]
Cinematic Locations in Vilnius: the Street Where Filmmakers Discover Scandinavia
For quite a few years, Kaštonų Street has undoubtedly been one of the filmmakers’ favorite locations in Vilnius. This is where the Lithuanian Library of Medicine, the country’s largest library of biomedicine and related sciences, is located. “Agent Hamilton”, “Young Wallander”, “The Generation of Evil”, “Kompromat”, and “Hilma” are just a few films and series […]
Cinematic locations: the Town Hall of Vilnius, which changes its costumes on screens
Didžioji Street, with a Catholic church, three Orthodox churches, and lots of museums, is one of the most prominent streets in Vilnius. Many houses on this street used to be inhabited by the intelligentsia: professors, nobles, or successful businessmen. In 1522, in house No. 19 Pranciškus Skorina printed the first printed book in the territory […]