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The Opera & Ballet Theatre Fountains

Modern cascading fountains in the plaza of the Lithuanian National Opera and Ballet Theatre in central Vilnius, a calm urban oasis that is especially enchanting at night thanks to its underwater lighting.

Updated Jun 20262 min read·1 sections

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The short version

✓A clean, modern public space renovated in recent years.
✓A cascading design with beautiful underwater lighting, especially enchanting at night.
✓A calm, pleasant spot for a walk or a short rest in the city centre.
✓Shallow, accessible water that is safe and fun for children on warm days.

The Opera & Ballet Theatre Fountains

The fountains in front of the Lithuanian National Opera and Ballet Theatre, on A. Vienuolio gatvė between the Old Town and the New Town, have become a celebrated urban oasis since their renovation. Visitors praise the clean, modern design and the pleasant, calming atmosphere, describing the plaza as a beautiful spot for a walk or a short pause in the heart of the city. The shallow, accessible water makes it a safe and fun place for children to cool off on warm days.

The cascading design is the draw: tiers of water step across the plaza, and at night the underwater lighting turns the whole installation into a quietly enchanting scene. It's a popular photo stop and an easy place to linger after a stroll along the river or through the surrounding streets.

The fountains sit against the backdrop of the National Opera and Ballet Theatre, an institution whose roots in Lithuania trace back to 1636. The modern waterworks provide a contemporary counterpoint to the area's rich cultural heritage, and the theatre's programme of opera and ballet makes the square worth a look in the evening. The fountains are a public space and free to enjoy; the surrounding plaza is open year-round, though the water runs seasonally.

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