Tbilisi: Evening Walking Tour with Wine & Boat Ride

Summary

Evening strolls, old town stories, Georgian wine and river lights

You’ll join an evening walking tour through Tbilisi’s lively avenues and winding old town lanes, guided by locals who know every story. Taste real Georgian wine in a cozy cellar after drifting along the river by boat under city lights. Expect laughter, unexpected details, and that feeling of having arrived somewhere special—even if you can’t pronounce all the names yet.

What’s the experience like?

You step out at Rose Revolution Square and it’s like the city’s already humming, even before you’ve really arrived. Our guide, Tamuna, waved us over—she had this way of making you feel like you’d known her for ages. We set off down Rustaveli Avenue, and I kept getting distracted by the mix of old balconies and neon signs. There was this faint smell of fresh bread from somewhere (I never found the bakery), and Tamuna pointed out buildings I’d have missed otherwise—she told us how some were Soviet-era, others much older. She laughed when I tried to pronounce “Gabriadze”—I definitely butchered it.

By the time we reached Liberty Square, the sun was slipping behind rooftops. The city felt different here—busier but softer somehow. We wandered into the Old Town, where everything gets tighter: narrow lanes, wooden balconies almost touching above your head. Someone was playing accordion on Shardeni Street and kids darted between tables. Tamuna told us about the sulfur baths (you can actually smell them before you see them—it’s not unpleasant, just… mineral). I didn’t expect to feel so at home in a place so new.

We ended up by the river for a boat ride—honestly, I thought it might be cheesy but it wasn’t at all. The Bridge of Peace lit up as we floated under it; everyone got quiet for a minute except for one guy who kept trying to get a selfie with the fortress in the background (he never quite managed). Back on land, we tasted local wine in a tiny cellar that looked like someone’s living room. The red was earthy and strong—I still think about that first sip whenever I hear Georgian spoken now. It was one of those evenings that doesn’t really end neatly; you just sort of drift back through the streets with new names stuck in your head.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Evening walking tour in Tbilisi

• Meet at Rose Revolution Square
• Walk along Rustaveli Avenue
• Visit Liberty Square
• See Rezo Gabriadze Clock Tower
• Cross Bridge of Peace
• Explore Rike Park
• View Virgin Mary Metekhi Church
• Walk through Abanotubani bath district
• Visit Chreli Abano sulfur bath
• Tour Narikala Fortress
• See Kartlis Deda statue
• Stroll Old Town streets and balconies
• Walk Shardeni Street
• Enjoy wine tasting to finish

Top questions

What time does the Tbilisi evening walking tour start?

The tour starts at either 7:00 AM or 6:00 PM depending on your booking selection.

Where is the meeting point for this tour?

The group meets at Rose Revolution Square, right in front of the Radisson hotel.

Is wine tasting included on this Tbilisi walking tour?

Yes, wine tasting is included if you select that option when booking.

Does this day trip around Tbilisi include Old Town?

Yes, you’ll explore Tbilisi Old Town (Dzveli Tbilisi) during the walk.

Are public transportation options nearby?

Yes, there are public transportation options close to the meeting point.

Is this tour suitable for pregnant travelers?

No, it’s not recommended for pregnant travelers.

Are service animals allowed on this Tbilisi evening tour?

Yes, service animals are allowed during the experience.

What main attractions are visited during this walking tour?

You’ll see Rustaveli Avenue, Liberty Square, Gabriadze Clock Tower, Bridge of Peace, Rike Park, Metekhi Church, Sulphur Baths area, Narikala Fortress, Mother Georgia statue and Shardeni Street.

What’s included

Your evening includes friendly local guide service in English throughout central Tbilisi—from Rose Revolution Square down Rustaveli Avenue to Old Town—with stops for stories at key sites like Narikala Fortress and Metekhi Church. You’ll enjoy a boat ride along the river as city lights come on and finish with a Georgian wine tasting if selected—all easily accessible by public transport or on foot from major hotels.