Tbilisi Walking Tour: Sololaki’s Bourgeois & Haunted Flats

Duration: about 1:30 hours
Price: 25 EUR pp

We’ll briefly stroll through the Sololaki neighborhood, passing stunning Art Nouveau gems. I’ll share the untold stories of these buildings and their owners that guidebooks don’t cover.

About the Sololaki Walking Tour

Join me on a Tbilisi walking tour through the historic Sololaki neighborhood, where we’ll explore the stunning Art Nouveau, Baroque, and Renaissance-style architectural gems that make this area a truly unique district.

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Tbilisi developed beyond its historic city walls, marking the beginning of a period of cultural and architectural development.

Under Russian Empire rule, Georgia saw notable cultural advancements, many beautifully embodied in the Art Nouveau architecture found in the Mtatsminda, Sololaki, and Chughureti neighborhoods.

These districts are home to some of Tbilisi’s most remarkable architectural jewels, though many of these historic gems are now in dire need of restoration.

The remarkable buildings we’ll see on the tour once belonged to very wealthy merchants and bourgeoise.

The tour starts at Freedom/Liberty Square, follows the backstreets, and finishes a 5-minute walk from the starting point.

What we’ll see on the Sololaki walking tour:

Several magnificent hand-painted hallways, each a work of art in its own right.
The iconic former National Bank of Georgia building and its connection with Joseph Stalin.
Unique residential houses, each showcasing distinctive architectural styles.
See the supposedly “haunted” house that has sparked many stories among locals.
The only Gothic-style house in Tbilisi, a rare find in the city’s landscape
And many more…

As we wander through hidden Tbilisi, I am happy to answer any questions you might have and provide local insights into daily life, culture, and social lives.

This walking tour in Tbilisi is a visual feast and a journey into the heart of the city’s rich and often overlooked history. I assure you it will be a day full of discovery, excitement, and unforgettable stories that reveal Sololaki’s true character.

Read the recent reviews of the Sololaki Walking Tour

We really enjoyed the tour. Seeing buildings we normally wouldn’t pay attention to, let alone dare to walk into, was very interesting. On top of that the guide’s knowledge is very good and adds another layer of interest.
Maximilian
August 2025
An excellent morning out.
Baia is a wonderful guide—kind, friendly, super knowledgeable, and relaxed.
We had access to beautiful places that we might have otherwise missed if not for Baia and her tour. We really loved it.
Gigi
July 2025
We 100% recommend this guided tour!
We learnt so much about the history of these charming buildings, which makes visiting this area of Tbilisi exciting once you know all these details.
Plus, Baia is a gem that really knows the subject
Morgane
June 2025
Definitely highly recommend this walk with Baia.
Super interesting … and gave me insights to, and stories of, the streets and buildings I had previously walked along, that I would never have known!!
Added an extra layer of enjoyment to my experience of being in Tbilisi and Georgia. Big thank you to Baia… gorgeous human being. 🙏
Annie
June 2025

A few things before you book

Tour days and duration

Most tours are held on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and weekends at 10 AM. The tour typically lasts for 1:30hrs.

If you don’t see your preferred date open on the Google Calendar — but it falls on one of these typical tour days — please email me.

Google Calendar doesn’t support multiple bookings for a single time slot, so there’s a good chance that spots are still available unless I’m traveling and have removed that date from the calendar.

Group size

These are small group tours with a maximum of 5 people to keep the experience personal and engaging.

If you’re traveling with a larger group, please get in touch and I’d be happy to accommodate your request depending on availability.

Private tours

Prefer a private tour instead? Just send me a message. I’m usually quite flexible with requests and will do my best to make it work for you.

Children

While the tour isn’t specifically designed for children, you’re welcome to join with kids if you don’t want to miss out.

I don’t charge for children under 6, and those aged 7 to 16 can join with a 50% discount. In this case, please email me beforehand so I can send you a special payment link or options.

If you’re coming with a stroller, just a heads-up — parts of the route have narrow or uneven sidewalks, some inclines, and a few staircases inside older residential buildings.

How to book the tour

Open Google Calendar to view available tour slots.
Select a suitable day and complete your name, surname, email address, and phone number (which will be used for WhatsApp communication).
After booking your slot, click here to select number of people and make payment via your prefered method.
- Please note: Unpaid bookings are not confirmed.
- And do not make a payment without reserving a spot on the calendar first.
The meeting point is included in the Google Calendar appointment. I’ll also follow up via WhatsApp or email to remind you.
If you have any questions or issues, feel free to email me at tours@redfedoradiary.com.

My Other Tour

Best of Art Nouveau Tbilisi Walking Tour

Duration: about 3 hours
Price: 45 EUR pp