Offbeat Tbilisi The Forgotten Rails Tour
Tbilisi, Georgiaby TripLab
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Up to 15 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: Russian, English
Viberest eSIM
Stay connected in Georgia
Overview
Discover Tbilisi's untold stories and hidden gems on this unique urban exploration tour. Venture beyond the typical tourist routes as you walk past an active mine, explore an abandoned electric depot, and visit historic sites tied to the city’s railway heritage. You’ll gain insight into the lives of war refugees who transformed abandoned spaces into thriving communities, sharing their resilience and hope. This exclusive adventure offers a rare glimpse into Tbilisi’s underground secrets, all narrated through the eyes of a local guide. - Explore abandoned buildings and an active mine for a unique perspective - Hear firsthand stories of war refugees and their community rebuilding efforts - Visit historic railway heritage sites that shape the city’s identity - Experience exclusive access to hidden locations not found in guidebooks
What's included
- Banned and untold stories
- Time for photos and questions
- Hidden/lesser-known locations
- Context about refugee communities and local life today
- Insights on railway heritage and industrial history
- Historical explanations & storytelling
- Metro ride
- Local guide from the neighbourhood
Itinerary
- 1
Stop 1
Pass by
Visit a lesser-known part of Nadzaladevi — once a major Soviet industrial zone of factories, workshops, and railway tracks. While traces of that past are still visible, the past and present overlap in a lived-in neighborhood, with residential streets, family yards, and everyday local life continuing between the old structures. It’s a fascinating mix of history and present-day Tbilisi in one district.
Meeting and pickup
Your guide will be waiting in front of Rustaveli metro station. We still recommend contacting us in advance via WhatsApp in case there are any difficulties finding the meeting point.
End point
The tour ends near another metro station to make your return to the city center quick and convenient.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Stay online in Georgia — from the moment you land in Tbilisi
- Maps, translation & messaging — no roaming fees
- Install by QR in minutes, keep your own number
- Delivered to your email right after checkout
More things to do in Tbilisi
View all
ToursDay Trip to Kakheti Wine Region Including 9 Wine Tastings
Tbilisi, Georgia
10 hours
10 hoursFree cancellation
from $39
ToursHighlights of Caucasus Mountains-Jinvali,Ananuri,Gudauri,Kazbegi(Group tour)
Tbilisi, Georgia
12 hours
12 hoursFree cancellation
from $29
ToursKazbegi and Gudauri Full Day Private Tour from Tbilisi
Tbilisi, Georgia
8 hours
8 hoursFree cancellation
from $69
ToursKakheti - Small wineries and family-cooked lunch • Private tour
Tbilisi, Georgia
8 hours
8 hoursFree cancellation
from $123
ToursOne way Tour from Tbilisi to Yerevan 6 Stop
Tbilisi, Georgia
11 hours
11 hoursFree cancellation
from $75
Bookings are made with our partner Viator. Viberest may earn a commission when you book through these links, at no extra cost to you.
from $25per person
Date & travelers on Viator