Presidential Palace, Vilnius
Prezidentūra
The official office of the President of Lithuania, where Napoleon and Tsar Alexander I once stayed. Watch the changing of the guard and book a guided tour.
The Presidential Palace began as the Bishop's Palace of Vilnius in the 14th century. In the early 19th century, architect Stasov remodeled it in the Classicist style when it served as the residence of the Russian governor-general. In 1812, Napoleon and Tsar Alexander I each stayed here. It is now the office of the President of Lithuania, and Daukantas Square in front of it often hosts state ceremonies. A changing of the guard takes place every day (check the official website for times). On weekends, you can book a free guided tour through the official website to see some of the halls and courtyards. Bring your passport. It sits just west of Vilnius University, so it is easy to visit on the way.
Opening hours
Exterior open all day; weekend tours by reservation
Nearby sights
- Vilnius University
- Vilnius Cathedral & Cathedral Square
- Pilies Street & Literatų Street
- Palace of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania
- Money Museum of the Bank of Lithuania
- Vilnius Town Hall & Town Hall Square
- National Museum of Lithuania (New Arsenal)
- Church of St. Casimir