Tbilisi Cable Car, Tbilisi (must see)
The Tbilisi Cable Car is one of the most popular ways to experience the Georgian capital from above, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the city鈥檚 blend of old and new. Opened in 2012, the cable car connects Rike Park, located near the Kura River, with the summit of Sololaki Hill. Its introduction marked an important step in Tbilisi鈥檚 modernization efforts, improving access to one of the city鈥檚 most historic and scenic areas.
While Tbilisi had earlier cableway systems dating back to the 1950s Soviet era, most of those were shut down for safety concerns. The last straw came when one of the cables snapped on June 1st, 1990. Nineteen people lost their lives, and Tbilisi vowed never to let such a tragedy happen again. Although it took some time, the result was worth it. The new Rike鈥揘arikala cable car system was built using modern Austrian technology, ensuring both comfort and safety, and it quickly became a symbol of the city鈥檚 revival.
The short ride 鈥� just a few minutes long 鈥� is a memorable experience in itself. As the cabins ascend over the Old Town, passengers are treated to sweeping views of Rike Park, the Bridge of Peace, Metekhi Church, and the rooftops of Tbilisi鈥檚 colorful houses. At the top, the Narikala Fortress and the Mother of Georgia statue await, both offering stunning vantage points and rich historical context.
While Tbilisi had earlier cableway systems dating back to the 1950s Soviet era, most of those were shut down for safety concerns. The last straw came when one of the cables snapped on June 1st, 1990. Nineteen people lost their lives, and Tbilisi vowed never to let such a tragedy happen again. Although it took some time, the result was worth it. The new Rike鈥揘arikala cable car system was built using modern Austrian technology, ensuring both comfort and safety, and it quickly became a symbol of the city鈥檚 revival.
The short ride 鈥� just a few minutes long 鈥� is a memorable experience in itself. As the cabins ascend over the Old Town, passengers are treated to sweeping views of Rike Park, the Bridge of Peace, Metekhi Church, and the rooftops of Tbilisi鈥檚 colorful houses. At the top, the Narikala Fortress and the Mother of Georgia statue await, both offering stunning vantage points and rich historical context.
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Tbilisi Cable Car on Map
Sight Name: Tbilisi Cable Car
Sight Location: Tbilisi, Georgia (See walking tours in Tbilisi)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Sight Location: Tbilisi, Georgia (See walking tours in Tbilisi)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Walking Tours in Tbilisi, Georgia
Create Your Own Walk in Tbilisi
Creating your own self-guided walk in Tbilisi is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Rustaveli Avenue Walking Tour
If Tbilisi is the heart of Georgia, then Rustaveli Avenue is its pulse. As the capital's main artery, the importance 鈥� historical, cultural, or architectural 鈥� of this vibrant and bustling thoroughfare is hard to overestimate.
Named after the renowned medieval Georgian poet Shota Rustaveli, the avenue starts from Freedom Square 鈥� a key downtown landmark, home to the iconic statue of... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.5 Km or 1.6 Miles
Named after the renowned medieval Georgian poet Shota Rustaveli, the avenue starts from Freedom Square 鈥� a key downtown landmark, home to the iconic statue of... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.5 Km or 1.6 Miles
Tbilisi Introduction Walking Tour
American writer John Steinbeck was highly inspired by a full moon, as he loved the mystery it brought to any streetscape. After visiting Tbilisi, he did not hold back, calling the city 鈥瀏host-ridden鈥�. He loved its cryptic atmosphere, shaped by centuries of change.
Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, sits gracefully on both banks of the Kura River, framed by the rolling foothills of the... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles
Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, sits gracefully on both banks of the Kura River, framed by the rolling foothills of the... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles