About this experience
Experience German Tiflis! This is how the Chugureti district on the left bank of the Kura River is called. The main avenue of the district - Agmashenebeli - will be highly appreciated by all lovers of European architecture. Art Nouveau style houses, elegant facades and entrances, cozy courtyards and parks - here is an incomplete list of places we will visit with you. We will discuss what is German from this luxury and what is Georgian, and when it all appeared.
What to Expect
You will see:
- Agmashenebeli - the avenue stretching along the entire Chugureti district
- Parallel streets to the avenue where the main architectural treasures are located
- The historic Apollo cinema
- German parks
- The most beautiful Art Nouveau style houses in Tbilisi
- Unique frescoes in the entrances
- Russian church
- Interesting houses built by Germans, and authentic Tbilisian courtyards
- Buildings where high-ranking KGB officials lived
And many other places even the Tbilisians themselves do not know about!
Topics we will cover:
- How Germans appeared in Tbilisi
- When and why the Chugureti district was built and reconstructed
- How to understand where Georgian and where German architecture is
- Where the quarter of Soviet tram workers is located and what it is famous for
Plus, you will take amazing photos on the streets, in the entrances, in cozy courtyards, and picturesque alleys.
Who will enjoy the walk
- Travelers from 5 years old who have already visited must-see places in Tbilisi and want to discover the non-standard facets of the Georgian capital
- Admirers of atmospheric locations and beautiful photo angles
- Seekers of non-touristy places in Georgia
- Architects, art historians, historians, or people interested in these sciences who want to walk around the city with professionals with specialized education
Organizational Details
- Your tour will be led by one of our team's guides - all of them are experts in their field and native Tbilisians who have undergone a rigorous selection process before working with us. We have guides with art history, architectural, and historical backgrounds.
- The walk can be done with young children, but then the route may need to be shortened
- The excursion lasts from 3 to 5 hours depending on the pace and group's desire
- The route can be adjusted according to your preferences - everything is clarified in personal messages
- During the tour, stops for snacks at cafes are possible - they are paid for independently by you
Irina
September 15, 2024
I really enjoyed the tour: Chugureti is a fascinating district. Irina is a wonderful storyteller, ready to discuss not only the tour topic, but also the history of Georgia, a friendly person. Thank you so much!
Natalia
April 21, 2024
Beautiful spring Sunday morning we, guests from St. Petersburg Natalia and Yulia, spent on an excursion in Tbilisi, on the left bank of the Kura. Our guide Irina introduced us to the Chugureti district, 4 hours flew by imperceptibly. The city revealed itself from a different perspective, houses buil...
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Dmitry
February 10, 2024
Interesting excursion along Agmashenebeli Avenue. Our guide Valeryan, who conducted our walk, was pleasant and humorous. He has very deep knowledge of the history of the district, architectural features, and how they intertwined over time. For example, he elaborated on the origins of the German popu...
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