Tbilisi walking route: Mother Georgia Monument to Metekhi
Explore Tbilisi's major landmarks on this 47.6 km route covering the city's diverse architecture and culture. Visit the iconic Mother Georgia Monument, Narikala Fortress, Holy Trinity Cathedral, and historic neighborhoods like Metekhi Church and Abanotubani Bath Houses, then continue through central attractions including Rustaveli Avenue, the Bridge of Peace, and Parliament of Georgia.
- Distance
- 47.6 km
- Duration
- 9 h 31 min
- Mode
- route
- Start
- Mother Georgia Monument
- End
- Tbilisi Opera and Ballet Theater
- Stops
- 16
- Video author
- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- Mother Georgia Monument — Monumental statue built in 1958 adjacent to Narikala Fortress
- National Botanical Garden — 161-hectare garden at the foothills of Narikala Fortress
- Abanotubani Bath Houses District — Historic neighborhood with approximately 10 sulfur bath houses
- Holy Trinity Cathedral (Sameba) — Main Orthodox Church of Georgia
- Metekhi Church — Historic church dating back to the 12th century, located in elevated Metekhi neighborhood overlooking Kura River
- Rustaveli Avenue, central cultural hub — Tree-lined boulevard hosting museums, theaters, and historic buildings that form the intellectual and artistic heart of Tbilisi.
- Parliament and Opera/Ballet Theater — Neoclassical complex housing Georgia's legislative seat and premier performing arts venue, showcasing the nation's cultural and political significance.
- Agmashenebeli Avenue — Popular pedestrian avenue in Tbilisi
- Bridge of Peace over Kura River — Modern glass and steel pedestrian bridge illuminated at night, symbolizing Tbilisi's blend of ancient heritage and contemporary architecture.
- Rose Square and bicycle monument — Central plaza featuring a bronze cyclist statue and rose garden, representing the city's commitment to modern urban design and public spaces.
- Jvari Monastery — Ancient monastery built in the 7th century near the confluence of Kura and Mtkvari Rivers
- Chronicles of Georgia monument — Monumental structure by renowned Georgian architect Zurab Tsereteli
- Europe Square — Central plaza with beautiful modern park adjacent
- Narikala Fortress — Ancient fortress built in the 4th century, accessible by aerial tramway, situated on Mount Mtatsminda
- Parliament of Georgia Building — Government building located on Rustaveli Avenue
- Tbilisi Opera and Ballet Theater — Cultural landmark on Rustaveli Avenue
Useful for your trip
- Save money
- Hotels cost $30-50/night for good quality with swimming pool and breakfast buffet; hostels available from $20/night
- Save money
- First 45 minutes of parking at House of Justice is free; remaining time is very affordable
- Food
- Try local Georgian dishes: eggplant, khachapuri, khinkali, shish kebab, churchkhela. Fruits and berries sold at fraction of foreign prices
- Transport
- Subway has 2 lines providing 9 million rides/month; also buses and minibuses available. Trams and trolleybuses stopped in 2006
- Transport
- Rent a car for flexibility; parking can be difficult in center but lots available. Aerial tramway connects Europe Square to Narikala Fortress
- Transport
- Drive 20 minutes from city center to reach monasteries and green landscapes; 15-minute drive to Jvari Monastery
- Tip
- Population 1.2 million; 83% practice Eastern Orthodox Christianity. Safe city with low crime rate day and night
- Tip
- Start exploring Old Town with winding cobblestone streets and wooden balconies; good for shopping carpets, souvenirs, local spices
- Where to stay
- Agmashenebeli Avenue has renovated old houses, hotels, hostels and open-air cafes with Western European atmosphere
- Tip
- National Botanical Garden spans 161 hectares (397 acres) with plants from worldwide including Japanese section; good escape from heat
- Tip
- Visiting sulfur bath houses in Abanotubani district is a must-do; about 10 bath houses available with thermal water 40-50°C
- Avoid
- Area around train terminal is least tourist-friendly, not clean, not well-maintained; underground shopping areas are long and confusing
Video on this route
Tbilisi. The Capital of Georgia 4K. City, Sights and People