Tbilisi Old Town Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Description
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!
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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.
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Important Information
- 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
Reviews(187)
Teona is a walking Oracle.. doesnt only know alot about the places we stopped but she can answer anything ,,also outside the subject. Thats a rare quality.
This was a fantastic walking tour and it really gave me a feel of Tblisi before going to explore on my own. Teona had a wealth of knowledge, delivered in a fun and interesting way!
Thanks so much to our energetic, interesting, and informative guide Teona for leading our walking tour on 6/21/26 in Tbilisi. From knowing nothing about Georgia, I learned a lot about the country and the city. Every moment was worthwhile. We also followed Teona‘s advice to see the clocktower music box afterwards.
Walking through Old Tbilisi felt like stepping into a living story, where every corner held a lesson, a memory, a whisper from the past.The experience became more than sightseeing…it became a journey into the heart of the city…Experiencing it felt like reading a story written over centuries. Walking through Tbilisi with Teona was like stepping into the city’s heartbeat. From the churches and monuments to the Bridge of Peace and the Mother of Georgia, every moment was full of life, story, and soul…. Teona, thank you for showing me Tbilisi in a way that goes beyond sightseeing!
Thank you so much for this beautiful review! 😊 Reading your words truly made my day. Tbilisi is a city with countless stories woven into its streets, and I'm delighted that you felt that connection while exploring it. Your description of Old Tbilisi as a "living story" captures exactly what makes this city so special. It was a pleasure sharing the history, culture, and hidden details behind places like the churches, the Bridge of Peace, and the Mother of Georgia. Knowing that the tour became more than sightseeing and helped you experience the heart and soul of Tbilisi means a lot to me. Thank you for joining me on this journey through the city. I hope the memories of Tbilisi stay with you for a long time, and I would be delighted to welcome you back to Georgia in the future! 🇬🇪❤️✨
Really lovely way to get to know the old city!
Thank you for your review! 😊 I'm so glad you enjoyed the tour and had a lovely time exploring Old Tbilisi. The old city is full of history, charm, and hidden stories, and it's always a pleasure to share them with visitors. Thank you for joining the tour, and I hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Georgia as well! 🇬🇪✨ Safe travels! 😊❤️
This tour was a really good introduction to the city with Teona as our guide. She gave lots of interesting information and we really enjoyed the trip.
Thank you very much for your kind review! 😊 I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found it to be a good introduction to Tbilisi. The city has such a rich history and culture, and I always enjoy sharing its stories with visitors. Thank you for joining the tour, and I'm glad you found the information interesting. I hope you had a wonderful time exploring Georgia and created many great memories along the way. Safe travels, and I hope to welcome you back to Georgia someday! 🇬🇪✨
Best tour in Tbilisi! Teona is knowledgeble and very nice.
Thank you so much for your kind review! 😊 I'm truly honored by your words and delighted that you enjoyed the tour. It was a pleasure sharing the history, culture, and stories of Tbilisi with you. Thank you for your kind comments about my guiding. I'm very happy to hear that you had a great experience exploring the city. I hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Georgia and created many wonderful memories. Thank you for joining the tour, and I hope to see you again in the future! 🇬🇪✨❤️
Teona was an excellent guide, with a deep knowledge of the history of Tbilisi and a real passion for what she does. He guided us not only to the well-known sights, but also to hidden corners of the city that were pleasant surprises. The experience was perfectly organized and very interesting from beginning to end. I highly recommend it to anyone who really wants to meet Tbilisi. Only a shame I couldn't book other tours with the company.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 I am truly grateful for your kind words. It was a pleasure to show you not only the famous landmarks of Tbilisi but also some of the hidden corners that make this city so special. I'm delighted to hear that you found the tour interesting, well organized, and full of meaningful insights into the history and culture of Tbilisi. Sharing my passion for Georgia with visitors is something I genuinely love, so your feedback means a lot to me. I'm only sorry that we didn't have the chance to explore more of Georgia together on other tours. Hopefully, that gives you a great reason to come back! There are still many beautiful places, stories, and experiences waiting for you. Thank you again for your recommendation, and I hope to welcome you back to Georgia in the future! 🇬🇪❤️✨
Had a great walking tour on a sunny morning with Teona. She took us round and explained a lot while keeping it interesting, as well as having a good + coffee break which was much appreciated! I was travelling solo and met some nice people on the tour who I travelling with for the following days. Would recommend highly!!
Happy to hear the Old Town streets, stories, and that little coffee pause all hit the right rhythm for you. Solo travel has a way of turning strangers into “see-you-tomorrow” friends, and I’m glad the tour became part of that journey too. Wishing you many more good adventures ahead in Georgia, and hopefully we cross paths again on the road 🇬🇪 — Teona Views Georgia Tours
Perfect tour to learn everything about Tbilisi! Teona was great, Full of knowledge and fun facts♥️ thank you
Thank you very much for joining <3 -Teona Views Georgia Tours
