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(196)
It was a very nice experience. We learned a lot from Tiblisi, its history, traditions and people in a very interesting and dynamic way. Teona was a very fun tour guide, she makes the tour interesting. We could try georgian bakery too.
We had an amazing day exploring the city. Teona was such a good guide. She was really friendly and easygoing. I would highly recommend it!
What a wonderful guide Teona is. She is very knowledgeable about Tbilisi and its very interesting history. What was particularly fascinating was Teona's vision of Georgia's future and the country's ability to cater to the East and/or the West. Our tour was never rushed and Teona took the time to clarify our questions as first-time visitors of Georgia while we toured the different areas of the Old Town. If you are ever in the area, I cannot recommend Teona's tour highly enough. We certainly left Tbilisi knowing more thanks to Teona's knowledge and local expertise of the town. By the way, after the tour, Teona shared the names of several places to shop, eat or visit that was very helpful for the remainder of our visit! Ts'avedit!!
Knowledgeable, friendly, and very pleasant guide! Recommended tour 😎
Had such a lovely day on this tour and I’m really glad I booked it. Teona was a fantastic guide friendly, knowledgeable, and just genuinely easy to be around, which made the whole tour feel relaxed rather than rushed. I felt looked after the whole time and learned a lot along the way. Honestly one of the highlights of my time in Georgia. If you’re thinking about doing it, I’d say go for it I’d happily recommend it to anyone.
Teona is a brilliant guide, full of knowledge about the old city and surroundings. She helped me out with everything.
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was an absolute pleasure showing you around the Old Town and sharing its history and stories with you. I'm also very happy I could help make your time in Georgia a little easier beyond the tour. Thank you for choosing Views Georgia Tours, and I hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future!
It was a great tour! It was very fun
Thank you very much for a positive feedback. I am looking forward to host you again!
Amazing - Teona is so informal, professional and knowledgeable. I would recommend this tour for a good 3 - 3.5 hours of information and ask as many questions as you’d like. Thank you .
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 It was a real pleasure showing you around Tbilisi and sharing the city's history, culture, and local stories. I'm so glad you enjoyed the tour and found it both informative and welcoming. Thank you for your thoughtful recommendation, and I hope to welcome you back to Georgia for more adventures in the future. Safe travels!
An awesome walking tour of this gem of a city! Teona was so knowledgable - about both history and modern culture. Her tour was filled with interesting landmarks, a delicious stop at an historic bakery and an epic view of the city. I highly recommend this walking tour with her - it’s a great intro to this special city!
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review! It was such a pleasure showing you around Tbilisi and sharing both its fascinating history and vibrant modern culture. I'm so happy you enjoyed the landmarks, our stop at the historic bakery, and the panoramic views over the city. Thank you for recommending the tour to future travelers. It truly means a lot! I hope Tbilisi has left you with wonderful memories, and I'd love to welcome you back to Georgia for more adventures in the future. Safe travels!
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.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! Your kind words truly mean a lot to me. I'm so happy you enjoyed the tour and that I could answer your questions along the way. I love sharing not only the history of Tbilisi but also insights into Georgian culture, traditions, and everyday life, so it's especially rewarding to hear that this made your experience even more enjoyable. Thank you for your recommendation, and I hope to welcome you back to Georgia again someday. Safe travels!
