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Visiting Church of St Peter and St Paul
Plain from outside, this late 17th-century church in Antakalnis is filled inside with more than 2,000 white stucco figures of saints, angels, battles and allegories by Italian craftsmen.
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Quick answer
Church of St Peter and St Paul is a religious site in Antakalnis, Vilnius. Allow 30–45 minutes; it is free. Booking ahead is not usually needed.
Key facts
- Type
- Religious site
- Area
- Antakalnis
- Time needed
- 30–45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Book ahead
- Not usually needed
- Good for
- free, architecture, art and off the beaten path
- Best months
- March–April and October
About Church of St Peter and St Paul
Plain from outside, this late 17th-century church in Antakalnis is filled inside with more than 2,000 white stucco figures of saints, angels, battles and allegories by Italian craftsmen. A chandelier shaped like a ship hangs in the nave.
Tip: Walk there along the Neris in about 25 minutes from Cathedral Square, or take a bus, and visit outside service times.
Plan your visit
- Time needed: 30–45 minutes.
- Cost: Free — no ticket needed for the main area.
- Book ahead: not usually needed; buy on arrival.
- Where: Antakalnis, green eastern district of baroque churches, palaces, forest and the Vilnia river.
Best time to visit Church of St Peter and St Paul
To avoid the biggest crowds, aim for the quietest of the good months:
- April: 12°C (54°F) highs, about 8 rainy days, quiet crowds.
- March: 4°C (39°F) highs, about 9 rainy days, quiet crowds.
- October: 10°C (50°F) highs, about 10 rainy days, quiet crowds.
When to visit Vilnius has the full month-by-month picture.
Fit it into your trip
Our 3-day Vilnius itinerary visits Church of St Peter and St Paul on day 3, together with Užupis and Vilnius University.
- No. 9 of the 19 sights in our Vilnius things-to-do list.
- Listed in free things to do in Vilnius.
Near Church of St Peter and St Paul
Also in Antakalnis, so you can walk between them:
- Pavilniai Regional Park and Puckoriai outcrop — 2–3 hours, free
If you like Church of St Peter and St Paul
- Old Town walk: Pilies street to the Gate of Dawn — Old Town, Half a day
- Vilnius Cathedral and Cathedral Square — Old Town, 1 hour
- Gate of Dawn — Old Town, 20–30 minutes
- Užupis — Užupis, 1–2 hours
Staying near Church of St Peter and St Paul
Stay in Antakalnis ($$) to walk here: green eastern district of baroque churches, palaces, forest and the Vilnia river. All areas to stay in Vilnius.
Questions travellers ask
+How long do you need at Church of St Peter and St Paul?
Plan 30–45 minutes. With Pavilniai Regional Park and Puckoriai outcrop nearby, it fits a half-day in Antakalnis.
+Is Church of St Peter and St Paul free?
Yes, it is free to visit.
+When is the best time to visit Church of St Peter and St Paul?
March–April and October, the quietest of the good months. Walk there along the Neris in about 25 minutes from Cathedral Square, or take a bus, and visit outside service times.
+Do I need to book Church of St Peter and St Paul in advance?
Usually not: you can decide on the day.