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Guided Walking Tour of Old Tbilisi with Free Wine Tasting
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T'bilisi
Embark on a captivating Old Tbilisi walking tour to uncover the ancient baths, visit iconic monuments, and indulge in wine-infused ice cream. Optional wine tasting available.
Duration:
3 hours, 40 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Tbilisi Old Town Wall Ruins - The entrance to the Old Town, also known as the Tbilisi Wall Ruins. Today, only fragments of the walls remain. We have the opportunity to see an Arabic inscription from the 8th century.
- Rezo Gabriadze Marionette Theater - Our guide will explain why the Gabriadze Theatre is a fascinating spot in Tbilisi. The clock tower stands in front of the theatre, showcasing its unique architecture.
- Anchiskhati Basilica - The oldest church building in Tbilisi, a three-nave basilica dating back to the 6th century.
- საქართველოს საპატრიარქო გრემის სასულიერო სემინარია - We are passing by the Patriarchate of Georgia, where you will learn about the role of religion in Georgia. How does it influence society today? How much power do they hold? And what does it mean in general?
- The Great Synagogue of Tbilisi - Located in the old historical district of Tbilisi, the Great Synagogue was built between 1895 and 1903 by Georgian Jews from Akhaltsikhe.
- The Bridge of Peace - A must-see attraction in Tbilisi, the Bridge of Peace is a relatively new construction. This glass and steel bow-shaped bridge spans the Mtkvari (Kura) River in Georgia’s capital.
- Shardeni Street - Shardeni Street is a small pedestrian street in the Upper Kala district of Tbilisi, situated between Vakhtang Gorgasali Square and Sioni Street.
- Meidan Bazaar - The most famous bazaar in Tbilisi for Georgian souvenirs.
- Monument of King Vakhtang Gorgasali - Created by Georgian artist Elguja Amashukeli, this monument stands proudly in front of Metekhi Church, overlooking the Mtkvari (Kura) River.
- Sioni Cathedral Church - The Sioni Complex includes a fence, the Cathedral of the Assumption, and two bell towers. The name Sioni comes from a sacred mountain in Jerusalem and is a Hebrew word meaning sunny.
- Europe Square - Here, you can see EU flags waving in the wind. Georgia has been striving for EU membership for decades, a goal visible to anyone visiting Tbilisi.
- Sioni Street - We stop at Sioni Street to try traditional Georgian street food. A bakery here has been operating non-stop for over 200 years.
- Juma Mosque - The only mosque in Tbilisi, Juma Mosque receives prayers daily. It is located on Botanical Street, overlooking the sulfur district.
- Metekhi Cathedral - Situated in the ancient historical district of Metekhi in old Tbilisi, the Metekhi Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary is on the left bank of the Mtkvari River.
- Tree of Life - Crafted by artist David Monavardishvili in 2016, this beautiful monument invites us to explore his inspiration, possibly the lifestyle of old Tbilisi. The monument is quite impressive, and you will learn how the artist created it.
- Ovanes Tumaniani Street - We will stop for a wine tasting on Ovanes Tumaniani Street, where we can sample four different Georgian wines.
- Rike Park - The center of Tbilisi, from where we will take a cable car to the mountain.
- Kartlis Deda - The Mother of Georgia monument proudly overlooks the city, representing all Georgian women.
- Lower and Upper Betlemi Churches - Experience one of the city’s most captivating views from the Lower and Upper Betlemi Churches. As you descend the 200-year-old stairs, marvel at the magnificent architecture crafted by our ancestors.
- Narikala Fortress - Narikala Fortress has witnessed many turbulent times in Tbilisi. Our focus will be on uncovering the stories behind it.
- რიყის საბაგირო - We continue our journey with a cable car ride to the top of the mountain, where we can enjoy breathtaking views.
What's Included
- Professional guide service
- Cable car
- Free wine tasting
What's Not Included
- Lunch
Additional Information
Welcome to our journey through the Old Town of Tbilisi! Prepare to uncover the fascinating stories that make this city truly unique.
We begin with the Gabriadze Clock Tower, a masterpiece of creative design that captures the imagination with its fairy-tale charm. From there, we’ll explore the city’s oldest church, steeped in centuries of history, and visit the church where Joseph Stalin exchanged vows with his first love.
You’ll marvel the Bridge of Peace, a symbol of Tbilisi’s blend of old and modern influences. We’ll take a break at a traditional bakery to sample authentic Georgian cuisine.
Naturally, no Tbilisi tour would be complete without wine tasting. Guided by a local expert, you’ll uncover hidden gems and hear anecdotes that breathe life into Tbilisi’s history,
Discover why Tbilisi holds a cherished place in the hearts of everyone. We culminate the tour at the Mother of Georgia, reaching the top of the mountain by cable car, where breathtaking views await.
- 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
Location
19 Aleksandr Pushkin St
Aleksandr Pushkin Street
You will find your tour guide next to Subway fast food restaurant.
Your tour guide will email you before starting, please check your email inbox.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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U1221ysminam
Aug 28, 2024
I visited tbilisi alone but it was amazing experience - It’s really very good experience
Guide and group was very friendly
We visited many tourist attractions that helped me learn about the history of the city
Very recommend 🙏🏻♥️
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Abhijith_v
Aug 25, 2024
Great walking tour of Tbilisi - Great walking tour to get a feel of the key points of the city and get to know more about many Georgian things. Teona is an amazing guide, very knowledgeable and she shared many interesting stories. Overall, would highly recommend.
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Abhi_162
Aug 25, 2024
Great walking tour of Tbilisi - Great walking tour to get a feel of the key points of the city and get to know more about many Georgian things. Teona is an amazing guide, very knowledgeable and she shared many interesting stories. Overall, would highly recommend.
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878bahaab
Aug 13, 2024
Excellent - A very friendly guide, takes the time to explain everything. We learned a lot with her, and we had a great time with the group. I highly recommend it !
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Lotfiiii
Aug 12, 2024
Recommended tour - Great tour with a passionate guide. You will learn a lot about tbilissi and Georgia overall. I recommend it as a first tour in tbilissi to get to know about the city
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724sandrinei
Aug 8, 2024
Best tour of the city and get yourself Tiona - Had the best city tour of old Tbilisi🌆💯
I booked through online with Guide Tiona, started at 9am and went all the main tourist destinations in the city. Very historical and interesting experiences. Tried the cable car ride, wine tasting and traditional bread. I had very good time and it was all about walking which I enjoyed most. People are so friendly too.
Huge thanks to Tiona, she’s such great tour guide with great explanations of the places and very informative plus she speaks great English. Must return any time of the year for sure!
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Daydream13060238551
Aug 4, 2024
Highly Recommended - Our guide Teona in Georgia's capital, Tbilisi, was smart and showed us both cultural and current aspects of the city and Georgia in general. The 3.5 hours flew by – the tour is highly recommended!
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461siebed
Aug 3, 2024
Thank you Teona! - Great tour! Teona is a funny and smart guide. She showed us the most beautiful things in town. We enjoyed it a lot. Good balance of information and walking.
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Hamidc948
Aug 1, 2024
Excellent tour - We booked this tour with local guide Teona. She is a great guide - full of knowledge of Tbilisi and history / facts relating to the old town. She is professional and painstaking, would strongly recommend her for your local tour.
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Doron2864
Aug 4, 2024
Great experience recommended - The guide is very friendly woth lots of knowledge to share.
I learned many new things about Georgia, its history and culture.
The wine tasting was a nica add on.
We booked through GuruWalk.
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