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Private Evening Walk: Exploring Metekhi Church and other Hidden Gems of Tbilisi City
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37 Ratings
Tbilisi
This 4-hour walking tour of Tbilisi provides an extensive overview of the Georgian capital’s main attractions. It’s perfect for those with limited time who wish to explore the city’s highlights.
This 4-hour walking tour of Tbilisi provides an extensive overview of the Georgian capital’s main attractions. It’s perfect for those with limited time who wish to explore the city’s highlights.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Traveler’s Meeting Point - Traveler’s Meeting Point is a welcoming space where visitors can meet fascinating people, enjoy board games, listen to great music, or savor a glass of wine.
- Metekhi Cathedral - The Virgin Mary Metekhi Church is situated on the left bank of the Mtkvari River, atop a cliff plateau. The original church was likely…
- Traveler’s Meeting Point - Traveler’s Meeting Point is a welcoming space where visitors can meet fascinating people, enjoy board games, listen to great music, or savor a glass of wine.
- Metekhi Cathedral - The Virgin Mary Metekhi Church is situated on the left bank of the Mtkvari River, atop a cliff plateau. The original church was likely built by Vakhtang Gorgasali, symbolically mirroring the church on Virgin Mary’s tomb in Jerusalem’s Gethsemane garden. Legend has it that the former Catholicos Kirion moved Saint Shushanik to this church in the 7th century.
- Monument of King Vakhtang Gorgasali - Vakhtang I Gorgasali, from the Chosroid dynasty, was a king of Iberia, known locally as Kartli, during the late 5th and early 6th centuries. Dating his reign is challenging. Allied with the Byzantine Empire, he led his people in a prolonged struggle against Sasanian Iranian dominance, which ended in his defeat and the weakening of Iberia. Tradition credits him with reorganizing the Georgian Orthodox Church and founding Tbilisi, Georgia’s modern capital. Ivane Javakhishvili dates his rule to around 449–502, while Cyril Toumanoff suggests 447–522.
- Europe Square - Europe Square is crossed to learn about the vital relationship between Georgia and the European Union.
- Rike Park - Rike Park is the newest recreational area in Tbilisi, located on the left bank of the Kura (Mtkvari) River. It has quickly become a favorite spot for both locals and tourists, especially families, during the summer. The park is easy to find, with its main entrance at the beautiful pedestrian ‘Bridge of Peace.’ It offers various entertainment options like singing and dancing fountains, artificial climbing walls, a children’s maze, mega-chess boards, footpaths, and quiet corners. The starting point of a new cable car to Narikala Fortress is in Rike Park, along with several stylish bars and restaurants.
- Tbilisi Cable Car - The cable car is used to reach the Mother of Georgia statue, offering breathtaking views.
- Kartlis Deda - Kartvlis Deda (Mother of a Georgian), often mistakenly called Kartlis Deda, is a monument in Tbilisi, Georgia’s capital, and a symbol of the city. The statue was erected on Sololaki Hill in 1958, marking Tbilisi’s 1500th anniversary. Designed by renowned Georgian sculptor Elguja Amashukeli, the twenty-meter aluminum figure of a woman in Georgian national dress represents the Georgian national character: a bowl of wine in her left hand to welcome friends, and a sword in her right hand for enemies.
- The Bridge of Peace - The Bridge of Peace is a must-see attraction in Tbilisi. This pedestrian glass and steel bridge, with its bow-shaped design, spans the Mtkvari (Kura) River in the Georgian capital. Officially opened in May 2010, the bridge was transported to Georgia from Italy in 200 unassembled parts. It is 156 meters long and features over 10,000 LED bulbs that illuminate daily 90 minutes before sunset.
- საქართველოს საპატრიარქო გრემის სასულიერო სემინარია - A stop at the Patriarchate of Georgia reveals fascinating facts about the location.
- Anchiskhati Basilica - Located in the historical district of upper Kala on Shavteli Street, the Anchiskhati Basilica dates back to the 6th century. Historical sources attribute its construction to Dachi Ujarmeli (from Ujarma). Initially named after the Virgin Mary’s Birth, it was later renamed Anchiskhati. In 1675, Peter Meskhi moved the image of Christ not made by hand from the Anchi Church to this one, and was appointed pastor by Catholicon Domenici. From then on, the Meskhishvilis served as pastors, with Peter’s son Alex founding the calligraphers’ dynasty known as the Aleximaskhishvilis.
- Rezo Gabriadze Marionette Theater - In 2010, Rezo Gabriadze constructed a unique clock tower next to the marionette theater in Tbilisi’s old town. Every hour, an angel emerges with a small hammer to ring the bell. Inside the tower is a small puppet theater, where the show “The Circle of Life” is performed twice daily at 12:00 and 19:00. Rezo adorned the tower with hundreds of self-designed tiles, making it an iconic architectural attraction in Tbilisi. It is often referred to as the Tower with a Clock or the Tower with the Angel.
- Sioni Cathedral Church - Sioni Cathedral is situated on its namesake street in one of Tbilisi’s oldest districts, upper Kala. Legend states that the first church on this site was built by King Vakhtang Gorgasali in the 5th century.
- Tamada (Toastmaster) Statue - Tamada, meaning toastmaster in Georgian, is a place where visitors can hear captivating stories about the tradition of toastmastering.
- Shardeni Street - Shardeni Street is one of Tbilisi’s most popular and picturesque streets. This pedestrian street is so renowned that no visitor leaves Georgia without experiencing Shardeni Street.
- Abanotubani - “Abanotubani” refers to the district in Tbilisi’s Old Town, featuring a street (Abanos Kucha) lined with public bathhouses utilizing the sulfurous waters from the area’s numerous hot springs.
- Leghvtakhevi Waterfall - Leghvtakhevi is a waterfall visited during the tour, a favored spot for both Georgians and tourists to relax during hot weather.

What's Included
- Pick up from the hotel
- Drop off at the hotel
- Cable car ride
- A private, professional guide service
- Online support
- Pick up from the hotel
- Drop off at the hotel
- Cable car ride
- A private, professional guide service
- Online support
What's Not Included
- Gratuities for a tour guide
- Gratuities for a tour guide
Additional Information
- Cable cars won’t be operating during the windy weather.
- The tour operates in all weather conditions. Therefore, please dress according to the weather.
- Dress code for a church - It’s not allowed for anyone to enter a church in shorts, and women need to cover their heads.
- Cable cars won’t be operating during the windy weather.
- The tour operates in all weather conditions. Therefore, please dress according to the weather.
- Dress code for a church - It’s not allowed for anyone to enter a church in shorts, and women need to cover their heads.
Location
Traveler’s Meeting Point
Vladimer Meskhishvili St., 14
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(37 Ratings)
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Thom_d
Mar 3, 2026
Private Tour - Outstanding tour, Maria was great- she led a very informative tour and we had a great time and shared some laughs. Highly recommend
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Richard_m
Nov 28, 2025
Great introduction to Tbilisi - An excellent experience and a perfect introduction to Tbilisi accompanied by an enthusiastic and informed guide
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Charlotte
Oct 16, 2025
Great walk in Tbilisi - I got a tour of Tbilisi by the guide Berdia, who told both facts, but also about life in Georgia in general. That made this tour special. Berdia is incredibly knowledgeable. I am very impressed and can warmly recommend this trip with Berdia. It couldn't have been done better.
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Trek10672015286
Jul 13, 2025
Perfect walking tour - Everything is professional and perfect. Communication was easy. The guide came on time and was so helpful and dedicated to show us as much as she can.
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Liviu_k
Jan 24, 2025
Tbilisi walking tour - Excellent trip around Tbilisi, full of local flavors, great story telling about Georgia’s history. Luka was a fantastic guide.
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Azerbaijanguide_az
Dec 15, 2024
Historical Tbilisi city tour - We had an amazing time on the Tbilisi city tour! Everything was perfectly organized, thanks to Jaba's seamless arrangements. A special shoutout to Ilya, our guide, whose deep knowledge and captivating stories brought every stop to life. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, each spot was a unique experience we thoroughly enjoyed. Highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to truly immerse themselves in the charm and history of Tbilisi!
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Nishchala_b
Dec 1, 2024
Kate was excellent!! She... - Kate was excellent!! She was very friendly and ensured that we had a good time. Highly recommend her !!
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T8613qrleslies
Oct 24, 2024
Book this tour and ask for Ana! - This was a great tour! First, everything - literally even the taxis to the first stop and home from the last stop - is included. So it's a it's a really deal. But it was also a really thorough tour, considering it was just a few hours. We got to see many of the top spots in the city, including the Mother of Georgia (again, gondola ride was included), Peace Bridge, the flea market, and even got a wine tasting (also included!). And while you are walking most of the time, it's not too hilly or long/difficult. Because it's private, it's also flexible meaning you can make stops as short or as long as you want. Plus you are getting a lot of one-on-one attention.
Ana was our tour guide and she was AWESOME! I would recommend asking for her if you do this tour. She was incredibly knowledgable, and answered all of our questions thoroughly. And she was very patient with us as we stopped several times to buy souvenirs, even helping us negotiate prices. She was also a fantastic picture taker - as you can see below, she took all of these! If you are looking to do a manageable, fun, and interesting walking tour of Tbilisi, I highly recommend this tour!
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Adam_m
Jul 30, 2024
Great walking tour of Tbilisi - Nico was a great guide and educated us on Tbilisi and Georgian history. He also accommodated various additional requests and was really friendly and helpful.
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Lalit_c
Jun 15, 2025
Guide was good but this... - Guide was good but this is absolutely not worth the money. Better to book a tour which covers bigger area in a car and this can be part of overall tour but this is not worth as a tour on its own.
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