Vilnius is the capital of Lithuania, as well as it’s largest metropolitan area. This year the capital city was named the European Capital of Culture of 2009. The city is a rich history dating back to the Roman era. In 1941 during WWII, the city was captured by Nazi German and two ghettos were set up in the old city. Many of the city’s sites can be explored with car hire at Vilnius Downtown.

After being named the culture capital for 2009, many of the city’s historic monuments have been restored, and the downtown area has been modernized. Now, Vilnius is a modern European city, which will be a popular tourist destination in Lithuania. Cheap car hire at Vilnius Downtown is a good way to explore the downtown area and the surrounding countryside.

The city’s historical centre, built around its ancient town hall, is one of the largest in Europe. The old town, due to its historical architecture and unique atmosphere of modern and old, has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The most notable architectural and historical sites in the downtown area are found in the Vilnius Castle Complex. The complex includes sites such as Gediminas Tower, Cathedral Square, the Royal Palace of Lithuania, as well as the remnants of several medieval castles.

Outside of the downtown area are numerous parks, gardens, and nature centres. Vingis Park is the city’s largest. Sereikiškės Park hosts concerts, festivals, and exhibitions year-round. Accommodations are easily found in the city as well. Car rental at Vilnius Downtown is also available.