In November 1956, Vilnius residents were astonished to see the appearance of trolleybuses – a new type of vehicle they had never seen before! The first ever trolleybuses on the streets of Vilnius travelled the Number 2 route connecting Antakalnis and the railway station. Although the face of Vilnius has changed considerably in almost seven decades, the No. 2 trolleybus follows almost the same route as it did in the middle of the 20th century – just bypassing Gediminas Avenue and extending further than before to the student campus in Saulėtekis. So, this route is a top choice for lovers of public transport and history.
Along the route, you will hear 13 stories that will give you a brief insight into the history of the city. When the trolleybus stops at the stop whose name you see in the audioguide – play the corresponding audio track. The duration of each audio track is adapted to the normal speed of the trolleybus. Don’t forget to enjoy the views through the window. Have a great journey!
