3-Hour Guided Walking Tour in Tbilisi
Overview
Today we will be exploring Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia. Due to its location at the crossroads between Europe and Asia and its proximity to the Silk Road, Tbilisi has been a point of contention for various global powers throughout history.
Even today, Tbilisi’s location ensures it is an important transit route for energy and trade projects. The city’s history is reflected in its architecture, which is a mix of medieval, neoclassical, Beaux Arts, Art Nouveau, Soviet, and modern structures.
We will be visiting the most iconic sights of the city and delve deeper into its culture and history. We will also discuss modern life and little bit of political situation.
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What's Included
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- English speaking professional guide.
Itinerary
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Stop 1
The Marionette Theater building and the Clocktower became very popular amongst tourists because of its original architectural style and artistic spirit.
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Stop 2
Anchiskhati Basilica is the oldest church standing in Tbilisi. Originally built in the 6th century, it remains the oldest cultural, religious and historical relic in the old town.
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Stop 3
The Peace bridge was opened in 2010. Architecturally very different from the area it caused ambivalent opinions amongst the society. However nowadays it is one of the most popular sights of the city.
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Stop 4
After crossing the Bridge of Peace continue to Metkhi church via Rike Park
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Stop 5
The yard of the Metekhi Cathedral is the best for old town views. Also in the yard we have a statue of the legendary king of Georgia, Vakhtang Gorgasali - the founder of the city. The tour is 3 hours to visit the sights and 1 hour remaining is for walking from starting and ending point which makes the tour a total of 4 hours
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Stop 6
The sulfur bath district (Abanotubani), is located in a legendary place, where the legend of the city starts.
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Stop 7
Tbilisi was always proud of being a multicultural city. Before 1991, 50,000 Jews used to live in the city. Nowadays the community is much smaller, but the friendship of Georgian and Israeli people remains very strong.
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Stop 8
The Monument of "Tamada" (Toastmaster). The original version of the monument was found near Vani town (West Georgia) in the 7th century BC.
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Stop 9
Once the main cathedral of the city - Sioni, remains to be another pearl of the old city. Seeing a lot of invasions and destructions, it still stands in the heart of the old town, preserving the most important religious relic for Georgians - St. Nino Cross.
Meeting & End Point
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Meeting Point
Meeting point is a fountain located behind the bus stop at a freedom square (Some maps may mention it as a Liberty square).
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End Point
Ending point of the tour is Sioni Cathedral
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Good to Know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The tour is around 2 hours to visit the sights and 1 hour remaining is for walking from starting to an ending point, which makes the tour a total of 4 hours. Please note, total walking distance is around 4 km.
- Church dress code: Ladies and Gents - No shorts, please. Ladies - Please bring a scarf or a hat (to cover your head)
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