This former Jewish neighborhood just south of the Neris River changed drastically after the devastation of World War II, and later fell into ruin. After Lithuanianian independence in 1990, Uzupis began filling with artists and thinkers, and the Lithuanian counterpart to Paris' Montmartre neighborhood was born.
To see the art spaces, cafés, and hip watering holes of this quirky corner of Vilnius, walking tours are ideal. Most cover the top sights around the Old Town and include a stroll through Uzupis. For independent travelers, it's easy to pair a visit to Uzupis with stops at nearby landmarks—including St. Anne's Church and Bernardine Church—which are located just across the river.