Tbilisi Old Town Walking Tour with a Local Guide
This tour offers an authentic experience of Tbilisi, guided by locals who bring the city’s history and culture to life. Together, we’ll explore Old Town’s main highlights, from ancient churches that reveal Georgia’s deep spiritual roots to landmarks that showcase the city’s unique blend of old and new. Unlike other tours, we take a break at a traditional bakery, where you’ll enjoy fresh, local flavors and learn about Georgia’s beloved dishes like khachapuri and lobiani. With stories you won’t find in guidebooks, this tour goes beyond sightseeing—it’s a journey into the heart of Tbilisi, filled with history, faith, and local experiences that make the city unforgettable. Plus, our local guides provide insider tips on the best places to eat, relax, and explore, so you can experience Tbilisi like a true local!
What you'll see & do
- ✓The monument, located near Dry Bridge, depicts lively, expressive figures in motion, symbolizing the festival's spirit of freedom and rebellion. It honors Georgia’s rich cultural traditions and the enduring power of artistic expression.
- ✓The oldest church building in Tbilisi is a three-nave basilica dating back to the 6th century.
- ✓The Bridge of Peace, which is relatively newly constructed, is a must-see attraction in Tbilisi. A bridge made of glass and steel in a bow-shaped design sits over the Mtkvari (Kura) river in Georgia's capital.
- ✓In Tbilisi, Shardeni Street is a small walking street located in the Upper Kala district, between Vakhtang Gorgasali square and Sioni Street.
- ✓Our guide will explain why Gabriadze theatre is an interesting spot of Tbilisi. The clock tower stands in front of the theatre. You can recognize unique architecture of the place.
- ✓The Sioni Complex consists of a fence, the Cathedral of the Assumption, and two bell towers. Sioni comes from the name of a sacred mountain in Jerusalem. It is a Hebrew word meaning sunny.
- ✓The Tamada Statue in Tbilisi is a bronze sculpture of a traditional Georgian toastmaster, holding a wine horn (kantsi) in a classic toasting gesture. Located in the old town near Sioni Cathedral, it symbolizes Georgia’s rich wine culture and the importance of supra (Georgian feast) traditions. The statue is inspired by an ancient Tamada figurine found in Vani, dating back over 2,000 years, showing how deeply rooted the role of the toastmaster is in Georgian history.
- ✓The monument, created by Georgian artist Elguja Amashukeli is proudly standing in front of Metekhi Church and gazing down the river Mtkvari (kura).
- ✓We will see how EU flags are blown away by the wind. Georgia has been aiming for the EU for decades already. Our goal is visible to anyone visiting Tbilisi.
- ✓The Great Synagogue building is located in the old historical district of Tbilisi. It was built from 1895 to 1903 by Georgian Jews from Akhaltsihe.
- ✓An artist named David Monavardishvili crafted a beautiful monument in 2016. We can explore what was inspiration for him. Maybe it was lifestyle of Tbilisi in old days? The monument is quite impressive, and you will find out how the artist created it.
- ✓We continue our journey with a cable car. The top of the mountain can be reached by cable car, where we can enjoy breathtaking views.
- ✓Rike park is the centre of Tbilisi. From here we will take cable car to the mountain.
- ✓The mother of Georgia monument is proudly gazing down the city. All Georgian women are represented by the monument.
What's included
- ✓Cable car
- ✓professional guide service
What's not included
- ✓we will go to traditional Georgian Bakery where lunch can cost around 3-5 Gel (around 2-3 euros).
Good to know
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age for wine tasting will be 18 years old
Travel time is included in the tour duration
Taking pictures inside the church is not allowed
Church has a dress code
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Tbilisi Old Town Walking Tour with a Local Guide
This tour offers an authentic experience of Tbilisi, guided by locals who bring the city’s history and culture to life. Together, we’ll explore Old Town’s main highlights, from ancient churches that reveal Georgia’s deep spiritual roots to landmarks that showcase the city’s unique blend of old and new. Unlike other tours, we take a break at a traditional bakery, where you’ll enjoy fresh, local flavors and learn about Georgia’s beloved dishes like khachapuri and lobiani. With stories you won’t find in guidebooks, this tour goes beyond sightseeing—it’s a journey into the heart of Tbilisi, filled with history, faith, and local experiences that make the city unforgettable. Plus, our local guides provide insider tips on the best places to eat, relax, and explore, so you can experience Tbilisi like a true local!
What you'll see & do
- ✓The monument, located near Dry Bridge, depicts lively, expressive figures in motion, symbolizing the festival's spirit of freedom and rebellion. It honors Georgia’s rich cultural traditions and the enduring power of artistic expression.
- ✓The oldest church building in Tbilisi is a three-nave basilica dating back to the 6th century.
- ✓The Bridge of Peace, which is relatively newly constructed, is a must-see attraction in Tbilisi. A bridge made of glass and steel in a bow-shaped design sits over the Mtkvari (Kura) river in Georgia's capital.
- ✓In Tbilisi, Shardeni Street is a small walking street located in the Upper Kala district, between Vakhtang Gorgasali square and Sioni Street.
- ✓Our guide will explain why Gabriadze theatre is an interesting spot of Tbilisi. The clock tower stands in front of the theatre. You can recognize unique architecture of the place.
- ✓The Sioni Complex consists of a fence, the Cathedral of the Assumption, and two bell towers. Sioni comes from the name of a sacred mountain in Jerusalem. It is a Hebrew word meaning sunny.
- ✓The Tamada Statue in Tbilisi is a bronze sculpture of a traditional Georgian toastmaster, holding a wine horn (kantsi) in a classic toasting gesture. Located in the old town near Sioni Cathedral, it symbolizes Georgia’s rich wine culture and the importance of supra (Georgian feast) traditions. The statue is inspired by an ancient Tamada figurine found in Vani, dating back over 2,000 years, showing how deeply rooted the role of the toastmaster is in Georgian history.
- ✓The monument, created by Georgian artist Elguja Amashukeli is proudly standing in front of Metekhi Church and gazing down the river Mtkvari (kura).
- ✓We will see how EU flags are blown away by the wind. Georgia has been aiming for the EU for decades already. Our goal is visible to anyone visiting Tbilisi.
- ✓The Great Synagogue building is located in the old historical district of Tbilisi. It was built from 1895 to 1903 by Georgian Jews from Akhaltsihe.
- ✓An artist named David Monavardishvili crafted a beautiful monument in 2016. We can explore what was inspiration for him. Maybe it was lifestyle of Tbilisi in old days? The monument is quite impressive, and you will find out how the artist created it.
- ✓We continue our journey with a cable car. The top of the mountain can be reached by cable car, where we can enjoy breathtaking views.
- ✓Rike park is the centre of Tbilisi. From here we will take cable car to the mountain.
- ✓The mother of Georgia monument is proudly gazing down the city. All Georgian women are represented by the monument.
What's included
- ✓Cable car
- ✓professional guide service
What's not included
- ✓we will go to traditional Georgian Bakery where lunch can cost around 3-5 Gel (around 2-3 euros).
Good to know
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age for wine tasting will be 18 years old
Travel time is included in the tour duration
Taking pictures inside the church is not allowed
Church has a dress code
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.