About this experience
You will walk along the main capital avenue Shota Rustaveli and learn the history of the ancient buildings located on it, built by the order of the Russian Emperor. I will gladly share unique historical facts that many local residents are unaware of. Evening Tbilisi will captivate you with beauty, mysteries, legends, and a magical atmosphere!
What to Expect
Stroll along the oldest capital avenue Rustaveli
You can expect an enriching and informative immersion into the atmosphere of imperial Tiflis of the XIX century. I will tell you the history of the main city avenue, which began in 1832, and show you its most beautiful buildings. You will learn about their original purpose and how it changed over time. So, on the agenda:
- Building with Caryatids - known for its rich bohemian history. I will tell you about the artistic society "Circle" and the American cafe "Argonaut Boat", which soon became known as "41 degrees".
- Marriott Hotel - opened in 1915, within a year it was recognized at the Paris architectural exhibition as the best hotel in the world. You will learn the original name of the hotel and the legend associated with its creation.
- Treasury Theater - looking at it, you will certainly feel the strong influence of Mauritanian architecture.
- Cereteli Museum of Modern Art - you will be amazed by the simple and clear forms of the building, but it is easy to explain their purpose at the time of construction, which I will definitely tell you about.
- Theatre and Film Institute - it was here in 1905 that the city's first winter cinema "Electric Projector" opened.
And this is far from all - you will see and hear much more than advertised. By the end of the walk, you will be completely enveloped in the enchanting energy of imperial Tiflis of the XIX century, which will linger with you for a long time.
Anton
January 3, 2024
Everything went great. An unusual tour with a pleasant guide.
Ekaterina
November 4, 2023
Alexey is an absolute professional! A storyteller sent from heaven! We fell in love with him and will definitely return to him! The tour started from Freedom Square and continued along Rustaveli Avenue. Alexey shared the history of the city's origins, the arrival of the Russian Empire in Georgia, an...
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Elena
October 28, 2023
If you are visiting Tbilisi for the first time, definitely start exploring the city with a tour by Alex! Alex is a wonderful guide, passionate about his job, generously sharing his love for Tbilisi, which is contagious. Thanks to this love, we are back in Tbilisi again and on a tour with Alex! Highl...
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