The Taste Tbilisi Sololaki Food and Drink Walking Tour is a 3.5-hour guided walk through Sololaki, one of the oldest and most atmospheric districts of Old Tbilisi in Georgia. The tour is listed on Expedia under the operator Real Georgia Tours, and the listing is for a private experience priced at about USD 195 (roughly 511 GEL); a shared-group price is not shown, so visitors should confirm group options at booking. The meeting point is a cafe on Liberty (Freedom) Square or on Pushkin Street, set when the booking is made. From there the route climbs and winds through Sololaki's tree-lined lanes, old courtyards and the grand 19th-century townhouses that give the quarter its character, stopping at cafes, wine bars and small food venues along the way. The itinerary centres on Georgian street food and wine, with at least ten foods and drinks tasted over the course of the walk. That volume of tastings means the tour works as a full meal rather than a snack, and savoury dishes such as bread, cheese and dumplings typically dominate Georgian food stops, balanced by wine and other local drinks. The price covers the guided walk and the tastings listed in the package; extras such as additional drinks, souvenirs, gratuities and transport to the meeting point are normally separate. Because the tour is private, the pace can be adjusted to the party, and the guide can usually adapt the stops to dietary needs if these are raised in advance, although the listing does not state a formal substitution policy. The group is limited to the party that books, and the walk is conducted in English unless another language is arranged. Sololaki sits on a hillside below the Narikala fortress, so the route includes some gentle slopes and uneven cobbled sections. The tour suits first-time visitors to Tbilisi who want an orientation to Georgian food culture, wine traditions and the history of the old city in a single afternoon, and it pairs well with a later visit to the sulphur baths district or the Dry Bridge market.
| Price | Private tour listed at about USD 195 (approx 511 GEL); the shared-group price is not shown |
|---|---|
| Duration | 3.5 hours |
| Address | Meeting at a cafe on Liberty (Freedom) Square or Pushkin St, as set at booking |
What is included
- At least 10 foods and drinks
- Guided walk through Sololaki
Good to know
- Operator
- Real Georgia Tours (listed on Expedia)
Location
Meeting at a cafe on Liberty (Freedom) Square or Pushkin St, as set at booking
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Highlights
- Tasting of at least ten Georgian foods and drinks
- Guided walk through the historic Sololaki district
- Private format with a flexible pace
- Georgian street food paired with local wine
- Meeting point on Liberty Square or Pushkin Street
Tips for visiting
- Arrive hungry; ten or more tastings add up to a full meal.
- Wear comfortable shoes for sloping cobbled streets.
- Mention dietary restrictions when booking so stops can be adjusted.
- Confirm the exact meeting cafe with the operator before the day.
- Carry some GEL for gratuities and any extra drinks.
When to visit
Year-round; spring and autumn offer the most comfortable walking temperatures, while summer afternoons can be hot.
Accessibility
The route covers sloping, cobbled streets in Sololaki and is not well suited to wheelchair users; those with mobility limits should discuss the route with the operator before booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Sololaki food walk last?
The tour runs about 3.5 hours, covering a guided walk through Sololaki with at least ten food and drink tastings.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is a cafe on Liberty (Freedom) Square or Pushkin Street, set at booking.
Is the tour private?
The Expedia listing is for a private tour at about USD 195 (approx 511 GEL); the shared-group price is not shown.
Can dietary needs be accommodated?
Visitors with dietary needs should state them when booking so the operator can adapt the stops; no formal policy is published in the listing.
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Taste Tbilisi Sololaki Food and Drink Walking Tour
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