For those travelers who love to take routes other than the commercial ones, Tbilisi is a dream destination. Join the best Essential Free Tour of Tbilisi and experience the most authentic introduction to the capital of Georgia. You’ll understand why the historical center of this ancient town is a pleasant surprise for tourists. During the tour you will learn why, due to its location in the middle of the Caucasus, Tbilisi was an almost obligatory stop for those who traveled the Silk Road from China to Europe. For this reason, the city became, through the centuries, an interesting melting pot of cultures and races. Tbilisi is probably unlike anything you have ever seen before. Its architecture is so unique that at certain moments during the tour you will think you are in another world.

Reigning over Tblisi is the Narikala Fortress, built in the fourth century. The short hike to the hill is steep but doable, and travelers will be rewarded with panoramic views over the city. The hill is also home to some of the most inviting cafés and restaurants in the city, so don’t forget to ask your guide for recommendations! Just next to the fortress, your group will stop next to Jummah Mosque. It’s famous for the beautiful blue tiles decorating the facade, but also because it’s one of the few places in the world where Sunnis and Shiites pray side by side. One landmark you can't miss in this area are the striking historic bathhouses. Under the old domes, there are pools of hot, sulfur-rich water that attract travelers from all around the world.

Your free tour will also take you for a walk across the Bridge of Peace that connects the old Tbilisi with the new one. It’s an iron and glass structure that forms a kinetic lattice. Make sure to stop and take some photos here; your online friends will be green with envy! Your free tour will also take you to many other important landmarks in the city, including Freedom Square. For many years, a statue of Lenin used to dominate this public square, but it was replaced by a dragon when the USSR collapsed. Walking with your guide, you will also learn about the Soviet era, the current daily life in Georgia and the country’s hopes for a better future. It's time to get to know this energetic city on the Essential Free Tour of Tbilisi!