Vilnius Palace of Concerts and Sports, Vilnius

Name: Vilnius Palace of Concerts and Sports
Address: 1 Rinktinės g, Vilnius, Lithuania

#181 among attractions in Vilnius

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Vilnius Palace of Concerts and Sports is an indoor arena in Vilnius, Lithuania. The venue was opened in 1971. It was deemed unsafe and closed in 2004. Plans to reconstruct the venue received significant opposition from the Jewish community as the site is located on the grounds of the oldest Jewish cemetery in Vilnius. ()

Local name: Vilniaus sporto rūmai Opened: 1971 (53 years ago)Architectural style: BrutalismCapacity: 4400Coordinates: 54°41'28"N, 25°17'28"E

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1 Rinktinės gŽirmūnaiVilnius Lithuania

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Vilnius Palace of Concerts and Sports – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Vilnius Castle Complex, Vilnius Cathedral, Raduškevičius Palace, Three Crosses.

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0.4 miS
Square
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~1430 ftSW
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Church
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Vilnius Palace of Concerts and Sports?

Nearby attractions include Jewish cemeteries of Vilnius, Vilnius (2 min walk), Mindaugas Bridge, Vilnius (6 min walk), Museum of Applied Art, Vilnius (6 min walk), Slushko Palace, Vilnius (7 min walk).

How to get to Vilnius Palace of Concerts and Sports by public transport?

The nearest stations to Vilnius Palace of Concerts and Sports:

Bus

Žvejų st. • Lines: 33, 89 (3 min walk)
King Mindaugas Bridge • Lines: 10, 11, 6G (6 min walk)

Trolleybus

Kalnų parkas • Lines: 17, 2, 20, 3, 4 (6 min walk)
King Mindaugas Bridge • Lines: 17, 2, 20, 3, 4 (6 min walk)