Tbilisi: Underground Secrets of Metro & Railway Guided Tour
ID: GYG975657-1515627
Category:
Country: Georgia
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore Tbilisi’s underground secrets on this exclusive adventure! Visit hidden & forbidden locations, uncover lost railway history, and hear untold stories from locals—tales never written in books.
Meet your guide in front of Rustaveli Metro Station, the first and oldest metro station in Georgia. From there, dive into the city's underground world as you ride the metro, experiencing its deepest escalator, which takes 2.5 minutes to descend. Travel through several stations as your local guide shares the fascinating history of Tbilisi’s railway—how it began, evolved, and operates today.
Step beyond the usual tourist paths as you walk past an active mine, in operation since the 20th century, before exploring an abandoned electric depot with a mysterious past. Pass by the historic building where Georgia’s first railway workers and train drivers once lived, a place filled with stories of the city's railway heritage.
Along the way, discover several abandoned buildings that have become homes for war refugees, offering a rare glimpse into their daily lives and struggles. Hear firsthand stories about how they rebuilt their lives within these forgotten spaces, turning them into communities filled with resilience and hope.
But the highlight of the day? A secret, closed-off repair station, hidden from the public.
This is not just a tour—it’s an exclusive adventure into hidden and forbidden locations you won’t find on your own. With stories passed down through generations and untold history that never made it into books, this tour uncovers the underground secrets of Tbilisi through the eyes of a local.
Highlights
- Explore the underground world of Tbilisi on a guided tour of the metro system
- Discover the history of the city's railway and learn about its evolution
- Visit an active mine and an abandoned electric depot with a mysterious past
- Hear the stories of war refugees who have made abandoned buildings their homes
- Visit a secret repair station hidden from the public and learn its history
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Bring a camera for photos
Water is recommended to stay hydrated
Guide will be waiting in front of Rustaveli Metro Station
INCLUDED
- Local guide with deep roots in the area
- Exclusive access
- Exploration of Hidden Sites
- War Refugee Insights
- Local Stories
- Untold History
NOT INCLUDED
- Metro Ticket (1 Gel, about 30 cent)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.