Joining this tour has been a pleasant surprise by all means. In terms of duration, this 5h journey driven around by experienced guide Giorgi to all historical sites had been invigorating and educational. Giorgi shown me 5 places having soviet-characteristics and each one of them signified a different aspect of how soviet times influenced the style and usage of the buildings, places and monuments involved. On top of that, Giorgi introduced me to 2 historians who manage the places and tell their living story of how they perceive the world around them during soviet rule. It was a huge bonus and added a nice personal touch to the tour. As a person now living in a communist society I’ve learned so much from this experience, including the fun-fact that certain cartoon characters had been banned in my native country! At the end of our trip, Giorgi brought me a nice surprise in the form of a special khachapuri with bean fillings, which was yum x 10 !!!
Soviet Tour - Hidden Tbilisi
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3–4 hours
- Price from
- $99 / person
- Location
- Tbilisi, Georgia
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 7 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 6
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Real Georgia Tours
- Meeting point
- Please meet your guide next to the Big Bicycle monument on Rose Revolution square (2 minutes walk from metro station Rustaveli)
Description
For those, who want to see the non-touristic Tbilisi and learn about it´s Soviet past! Discover the most bizzare and unique examples of Socialist architecture and learn about the Soviet history and heritage in modern Georgia. Led by a professional local guide, this tour will take you to the most interesting sights spread across Tbilisi - from an abandoned Archeological museum to the Sky Bridge concrete blocks, from hidden printing house of Stalin and comrades to the Lego like headquarter of Bank of Georgia - this tour is full of brutalism and urbex.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, and Fri
- Start times
- 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, and 2:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 7
- Adult (ages 15+)
- $99
- Child (ages 5–14)
- $19
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $159.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 5.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Real Georgia Tours
Discover the non-touristic part of Tbilisi with its most interesting monuments and buildings from Soviet era. Your guide will take you to a range of architectural and historic sights, that are spread across the city. Some of the highlights are mentioned in the next steps.
The head office of Bank of Georgia is constantly being listed in top 10 of Soviet architecture. Its unique shape has a pragmatic reason.
Chronicles Of Georgia
The "Stonehenge" of Tbilisi is a perfect example of Socialist monumentalism and offers an interesting panorama of Tbilisian suburbs.
J.Stalin's Underground Printing House Museum
Visit the underground printing house, where Stalin and his supporters were creating plans and propaganda leaflets.
What's included
Included
Professional local guide with passion for history
Exclusive access
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Transfer to and from the meeting point
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
7 reviews
How it compares in Tbilisi
- Starting price $99 is 83% above the typical $54 for tours of similar length in Tbilisi
Excurgo comparison of 1,464 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Soviet Tour - Hidden Tbilisi take?
Soviet Tour - Hidden Tbilisi lasts about 3–4 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Soviet Tour - Hidden Tbilisi cost?
Prices start at $99 per person for this Tbilisi experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $159. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Soviet Tour - Hidden Tbilisi run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, starting at 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, and 2:00 PM.
How much does Soviet Tour - Hidden Tbilisi cost for children?
Children aged 5–14 pay from $19, adults from $99.
Can I cancel Soviet Tour - Hidden Tbilisi for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please meet your guide next to the Big Bicycle monument on Rose Revolution square (2 minutes walk from metro station Rustaveli). Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Soviet Tour - Hidden Tbilisi offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Soviet Tour - Hidden Tbilisi worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 7 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Real Georgia Tours.
Reviews(7)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
K
Highly recommended trip!
F
Unique experience
Irakli was an incredible guide who answered all our questions and showed great knowledge about Georgian history and soviet times. We had fun seeing places we probably wouldn’t have gone to on our own, with striking soviet architecture examples. Loved the style of the tour and everything about it, really recommend!
Operator response
Thank you for the 5-star review! We are very happy to know you enjoyed the tour with Irakli! We would be happy to see you again soon!
J
David was a wonderful...
David was a wonderful guide with a lot of cool and relevant background stores about the architecture and how that relates to modern and historic Georgia. Would absolutely recommend!
T
A fantastic educational experience
A fantastic experience that took us to parts of Tbilisi both well-known and lesser-known. Our guide Georgi was very knowledgable and made us feel very welcome. Highly recommend to anyone interested in the history of the Soviet Union and how it impacted Georgia in ways big and small.
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V
We had a wonderful time...
We had a wonderful time with George. The communication beforehand was very friendly and clear. During the tour George had a constant stream of information and even humored us in looking at things other than the pre planned things. After the tour was done he dropped us off at a place more convenient for the rest of our day. I would recommend George to everyone!
N
Awesome
It was a great tour, our tour guide was excellent and we had plenty of time at each stop. We chose the additional stop at the soviet car museum, which had incredible restored cars and bikes. Would definitely recommend this tour for anyone interested in Georgia's soviet history
R
Amazing tour not all companies offer
The private tour was so interesting and well organized. My guide, Data, was great. Friendly, fluent in English, informative and kind. Loved it!
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