Tbilisi, Georgia

Tbilisi

Tbilisi's old town of carved wooden balconies, churches and domed sulphur baths spreads below the Narikala fortress, with Georgian food and wine never far away.

Tbilisi: Tbilisi Old Town Walking Tour with a Local Guide
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The city on foot

Tbilisi is Georgia's capital, founded in the 5th century around natural hot springs. Its name comes from the Georgian word for warm.

The old town is a hilly maze of lanes, balconied houses and churches along the Mtkvari river. Modern landmarks such as the Bridge of Peace sit right beside it.

What makes Tbilisi distinctive

  • The domed sulphur baths of Abanotubani
  • Carved wooden balconies in the old town
  • Narikala fortress above the river
  • Georgian wine, khachapuri and khinkali

Walking tours in Tbilisi

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Main sights

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Neighbourhoods worth wandering

  • Old Tbilisi

    The historic core around the baths and churches.

  • Sololaki

    Art Nouveau houses and painted entrance halls.

  • Vera

    A residential district with cafés and wine bars.

  • Fabrika area

    Old factories turned into cafés and hostels.

Free self-guided walk

Old Tbilisi, from Freedom Square to the sulphur baths

A free self-guided walk from Freedom Square through Old Tbilisi past Anchiskhati Basilica and the Bridge of Peace to the domed sulphur baths of Abanotubani.

2.5 km · 6 stops · map and directions

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Best areas to explore on foot

  1. Old town

    From Freedom Square through the lanes to the sulphur baths.

  2. Narikala

    Up to the fortress and the Mother of Georgia statue.

  3. Rustaveli Avenue

    From Freedom Square north along the avenue.

Practical walking notes

  • Hills

    The old town is steep and cobbled; wear good shoes.

  • Weather

    Hot summers and cool winters.

  • Crossing roads

    Use underpasses to cross the main avenues.

When to visit

  • Spring

    April to June is warm and green.

  • Autumn

    September and October bring the grape harvest.

  • Summer

    July and August are hot; walk in the evening.

Getting there and getting around

Arriving

  • By air

    Tbilisi International Airport is about 17 km from the centre, 30 minutes by taxi.

Local transport

  • Metro and buses

    A two-line metro and buses cover the city; taxis via apps are cheap.

Questions travellers ask about Tbilisi

How many days do I need in Tbilisi?

Two or three days, plus day trips to Mtskheta or the wine region of Kakheti.

Is Tbilisi walkable?

Yes, though the old town is hilly.

Can I bathe in the sulphur baths?

Yes. Several bathhouses offer public pools and private rooms.

Tbilisi: Tbilisi Old Town Walking Tour with a Local Guide
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Old town lanes, sulphur baths and wine

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Sources and review date

This guide was last updated on 2026-10-28. Opening hours, fares and services change; please confirm details with official sources before travelling.