Vilnius' large student population help fuel an eclectic and buzzing nightlife scene when they are in town. In summer, tables burst out everywhere as the scene becomes positively Mediterranean, while in winter the bitter cold and snow drive people inside to the cosy pubs. The SkyBar at the Reval Hotel Lietuva, Konstitucijos 20, offers the best views of any bar in town on the 22nd floor of the hotel. Old expat favourite The Pub, Dominikonu 9, is still going strong as the city's nightlife multiplies.

Fun nightspots include Paparazzi, Totoriu 3, with its great cocktails, and Prospekto, Gedimino 2, a large and popular place. Nearby Avilys, Gedimino 5, brews its own excellent beer; their honey beer is divine. Brodvejus, Mesiniu 4, is a sweatily enjoyable nightclub/live music venue in the old town, while the huge Galaxy, Konstitucijos 26, can hold over a 1,000 techno devotees. Pablo Latino, Traky 2/3, is a fun club where the Latin rhythms invite everyone to join the party. Bang in the centre of the old town, the Helios complex, Didzioji 28, has a nightclub along with other attractions such as a steak house and sushi bar; a firm favourite with the local 'beautiful people'.