Tbilisi Trip Overview
Founded in the 5th c. AD on the site of its hot mineral-water springs, Tbilisi developed into an important political and cultural center of the Caucasus. The Old Town is the most attractive part of the city, notable for its wonderful mix of cultures. Here, the mosque, the synagogue, the Armenian and Roman Catholic Churches link harmoniously with Georgian Orthodox churches and residential architecture.
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Duration: 7 to 8 hours
Starts: Tbilisi, Georgia
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Tbilisi, Georgia, Georgia
Founded in the 5th c. AD on the site of its hot mineral-water springs, Tbilisi developed into an important political and cultural center of the Caucasus. The Old Town is the most attractive part of the city, notable for its wonderful mix of cultures. Here, the mosque, the synagogue, the Armenian and Roman Catholic Churches link harmoniously with Georgian Orthodox churches and residential architecture.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Tsminda Sameba Cathedral, Elia Hill, Tbilisi Georgia
Holy Trinity Sameba Catherdral – the main Georgian Christian Orthodox cathedral, it is the largest religious building not only in Georgia but in the region of South Caucasus, and is listed among the largest Orthodox churches in the world. The cathedral was constructed between 1995 and 2004, as a “symbol of the Georgian national and spiritual revival”.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Metekhi Cathedral, Metekhi St, Tbilisi Georgia
Metekhi church 13th c presents one of the most important architectural monuments of old Tbilisi.
Duration: 25 minutes
Stop At: Narikala Fortress, Tbilisi Georgia
Narikala Fortress 4th c dominates the Old Town as a most impressive architectural landmark. With its inaccessible slopes, the fortress served as a main fortification and defended the city for centuries.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Legvachtahvi Gorge, Botanikuri st 1 Old Town, Tbilisi 0105 Georgia
waterfall – “Fig Ravine”
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Abanotubani, Abano St, Tbilisi Georgia
Sulphur Bath houses -the healing natural warm water have been praised by numerous travelers who visited the city.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Meidan Bazaar, Gorgasali Square, Tbilisi 0105 Georgia
Meidan square & Shardeni street neibourghood-famous for cozy cafes, bars, restaurants, souvenirs‘ shops, picture galleries.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: The Bridge of Peace, Tbilisi Georgia
The Bridge of Peace is the modern pedestrian glassy bridge in Old Town.
Duration: 25 minutes
Stop At: Mtatsminda Amusement Park, Tbilisi Georgia
Mtatsminda: “The Holy Mountain” is at the altitude of 729 m above the sea level, with a leading position over the city. Near the Saint David’s church there is a pantheon of famous Georgian public figures. Above the Holy Mtatsminda mountain there is a park overlooking the city, with nice attractions for children, and different types of restaurants for adults. There is special tram that drives passengers to the park.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Funicular, Daniel Chonqadze Street Across from Vilnius Square, Tbilisi Georgia
Funicular–railway tram
Duration: 25 minutes