The historic heart of Tbilisi with winding cobblestone streets, traditional wooden balconies, sulfur baths, and the famous Leghvtakhevi waterfall. This area survived earthquakes and invasions, preserving its unique blend of Persian, Ottoman and Russian influences.
Free to walk. Sulfur baths: 5-150 GEL (public/private). Cable car to Narikala: 2.5 GEL. Colorful balconies and narrow streets
Walk from Freedom Square down Kote Abkhazi St. Metro: Avlabari station, then walk 10 min. Cable car from Rike Park to Narikala Fortress.
Open area, accessible 24/7. Sulfur baths: 8am-midnight. Cable car: 11am-11pm.
faq.subtitle Old Town Tbilisi
Natural hot springs with sulfur-rich water, used for bathing since the 5th century. The name Tbilisi comes from 'tbili' meaning 'warm' in Georgian, referring to these springs.
Useful tips for visiting Old Town Tbilisi
Best explored on foot. Visit sulfur baths (Abanotubani) - public baths from 5 GEL, private rooms 50-150 GEL. Try khinkali and khachapuri in local restaurants. Evening views from Narikala are magical.
Walk from Freedom Square down Kote Abkhazi St. Metro: Avlabari station, then walk 10 min. Cable car from Rike Park to Narikala Fortress.
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