[2025 Tbilisi Attraction] Travel Guide for Mother of Georgia (Updated May)

#myhiddengems This was our first time in Tbilisi, Georgia & I must say that this is one of the most unforgettable & memorable journeys in our lives as a couple. We both decided to organise our marriage in this beautiful place, one of the reasons was, I'm currently working in Turkey & my partner is working in Germany, so it's very convenient for us to travel here because it's near. The fact that the country of Georgia is also accepting foreign people for wedding events to be held in their country nor their marriage contract is valid international. So it's a good idea for us to travel with purpose too. We will never forget this wonderful experience we have had, we hope someday we could visit this country again. P.S. Some of the places we visited in Tbilisi, Georgia, are Chronicles of Georgia, The Bridge of Peace, The Mother of Georgia, etc.

The cable car, which has its boarding point in Rike Park, takes you up to the Mother of Georgia statue on the mountain overlooking Tbilisi. You can climb up to Mother of Georgia on your own using the stairs in the old town, but the fare is cheap and it was fun to look down on Tbilisi from the top. There are some souvenir shops and cafes on the top of the mountain, as well as a botanical garden. The ticket gates are automatic, so you need a transportation card. You can only charge the card with cash. Fare: 2.5 lari one way, 5 lari round trip. Boarding point: Inside Rike Park. #Georgia #Tbilisi

#favouriteitinerary Here’s a 1-day itinerary for Tbilisi, Georgia, blending history, culture, and food. Morning: Old Town & History 8:00 AM – Breakfast at a Cozy Café • Start with a traditional Georgian breakfast at Café Leila or Entree. Try khachapuri (cheese-filled bread) and fresh coffee. 9:00 AM – Explore Old Tbilisi • Walk through the charming Shardeni Street and Erekle II Street, lined with cafes and galleries. • Visit the Anchiskhati Basilica, Tbilisi’s oldest church. 10:00 AM – Ride the Aerial Cable Car • Take the cable car to Narikala Fortress for panoramic city views. • Walk down through the Mother of Georgia statue and explore the fortress ruins. Midday: Thermal Baths & Local Cuisine 11:30 AM – Abanotubani Sulfur Baths • Relax in the famous Tbilisi sulfur baths, a unique experience that has been part of the city for centuries. Orbeliani Baths is a great option with beautiful blue-tiled architecture. 1:00 PM – Lunch at a Traditional Georgian Restaurant • Head to Pasanauri or Machakhela for khinkali (dumplings), lobio (bean stew), and mtsvadi (grilled meat skewers). Afternoon: Modern Tbilisi & Culture 2:30 PM – The Bridge of Peace & Rike Park • Walk across this futuristic glass bridge connecting Old Tbilisi with the modern part of the city. • Relax in Rike Park, a great spot for photos. 3:30 PM – Mtatsminda Park & Funicular Ride • Take the Tbilisi Funicular to Mtatsminda Park, a hilltop amusement park with amazing city views. • Grab a coffee or dessert at Funicular Restaurant, famous for Napoleon cake. Evening: Sunset & Nightlife 5:30 PM – Chronicles of Georgia Monument (Optional) • If you have time, take a short drive to this impressive monument overlooking Tbilisi Sea. 7:00 PM – Dinner & Wine Tasting • Dine at Barbarestan, a restaurant inspired by 19th-century Georgian recipes. • Or try a wine tasting at 8000 Vintages, one of the best wine cellars in Tbilisi. 9:00 PM – Rooftop Bar or Jazz Club • End the day with cocktails at Stamba Hotel’s Bar or live jazz at Singer Jazz Club.

#getgoing2025 The Mother of Georgia statue is one of the most iconic symbols of Tbilisi. Standing tall on a hill, she holds a sword in one hand and a bowl of wine in the other—representing both defense and hospitality. I hiked up to the base and was rewarded with amazing views of the city below. The statue itself is impressive, but the symbolism behind it really struck me. It’s a reminder of Georgia’s proud and welcoming spirit. 📍Mother of Georgia, Tbilisi, Georgia #georgia #tbilisi #monument #statue #travel