Holocaust Museum (The Green House)

Vilnius, Lithuania

The Holocaust Museum (The Green House) in Vilnius chronicles the destruction of Lithuania’s Jewish community during World II. As a free museum ranked among the city’s top attractions, it offers a sober, well‑curated glimpse into a pivotal chapter of European history.

Why choose Holocaust Museum

When you walk its rooms you confront personal stories that larger sites often skim over, deepening your understanding of the region’s past. This focused experience delivers emotional resonance that generic tours of the city can’t match.

Best for: History lovers · First-timers · Photography

Start your Vilnius history walk here

Begin at the Holocaust Museum, then continue on foot to nearby sites for a compact half‑day of remembrance and culture.

1. Morning — Holocaust Museum (The Green House)
2. 11:00 — Museum of Occupations and Freedom Fighters
3. Afternoon — Vilnius Old Town

Visit tips

• Arrive early to experience the quieter rooms before tours start.
• Check if audio guides are available in your language at the entrance.
• Visit early morning to avoid groups.
• Allow 1.5‑2 hours for the exhibits.

Plan your visit

• Recommended duration: 1.5–2 hours
• Best time of day: Early morning — before larger tour groups arrive
• Entry: Free to visit — Free entry
• Category: museum
• Rated 4.4 by 293 reviewers
• Tags: historical insight, free entry, educational, quiet reflection

Nearby attractions

• Vilnius Old Town — attraction, 13 min walk
• Gediminas Castle — attraction, 13 min walk
• Museum of Occupations and Freedom Fighters — attraction, 5 min walk
• Church of St. Anne — church, 15 min walk
• Vilnius Cathedral — church, 11 min walk
• Three Crosses Monument — attraction, 19 min walk

More things to do in Vilnius

• Vilnius Old Town
• Gediminas Castle
• Museum of Occupations and Freedom Fighters
• Church of St. Anne
• Vilnius Cathedral
• Užupis Cat

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