Užupis declared independence in 1997 as a tongue-in-cheek artists' republic. Today it is Vilnius' creative quarter — galleries, craft beer, and a constitution posted on Paupio street in dozens of languages.
Don't Miss
- Read the Užupis Constitution on the translation wall.
- Cross the Angel of Užupis bridge at sunset.
- Browse independent galleries on Užupio gatvė.
- Visit on April 1st if you can — Independence Day celebrations.
About Greta Vilčiauskaitė
Greta Vilčiauskaitė is a Vilnius-born travel writer and food enthusiast. She has spent a decade mapping the capital's courtyards, markets, and trailheads — and still discovers something new every week.