Pilies street defines Vilnius old town, which is one of the biggest in Europe. If you step out from the apartment, You will be in the middle of Pilies street with its bustling life - crafts, people, cafe's and small shops will let You feel the historic nature of our city. Pilies street forms a natural connection between City hall and Gediminas castle, and You will be in the middle between them when You walk outside.
In the apartment You will find carefully renovated authentic historic decorations, bearing their stories from the 18th century. The house in Pilies street was built in the first half of 16th century and during the ages it was variuos renovations, however, most authentic details are preserved. Here one of the first printing shops, also one of the first bookstores in Vilnius was established by merchant Sava Syrkin. Photographer Icik Chonovich had his photostudio in the building from 1871 to 1887.
Between 1917 and 1918 the Lithuanian Council held its sittings in the
House of Signatories (50 meters down Pilies street) and the Act of Independence of Lithuania was signed here on 16th of February 1918.
On Pilies street You can find variuos shops, restaurants and churches, Lithuanian craftsman selling their wares and usually lots of tourists wandering around, as Pilies street is a must when You are in Vilnius.