Narikala Fortress: A Timeless Guardian of Tbilisi

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from Pshavi, start by heading southwest on the main road towards Tbilisi. Continue on the route for approximately 40 kilometers until you reach the outskirts of Tbilisi. Look for signs indicating the city center and follow them. Once in Tbilisi, navigate towards the Old Tbilisi area. You can use a GPS or a map application to guide you to the coordinates 41.6877649, 44.8095528, which is the location of Narikala Fortress. Parking is available nearby, but be prepared to walk a short distance to reach the fortress entrance.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Narikala by public transportation, first take a marshrutka (shared minibus) from Pshavi to Tbilisi. Look for the marshrutka station in Pshavi, usually located near the main road. The ride should take about 1–1.5 hours depending on traffic, and the fare is usually around 5 GEL. Upon arriving in Tbilisi, get off at the station near the city center. From there, you can either walk (approximately 30 minutes) or take a taxi to Narikala. If you choose to walk, head towards the Old Tbilisi area, passing by the botanical garden and the Kartlis Deda monument until you reach the fortress at 41.6877649, 44.8095528.

• Taxi

  For a more comfortable option, you can take a taxi directly from Pshavi to Narikala Fortress in Tbilisi. You can arrange a taxi through your hotel or use a ride-hailing app if available. The journey will take about 40 minutes to an hour depending on traffic, and the fare is typically around 40-60 GEL. Just provide the driver with the coordinates 41.6877649, 44.8095528 to ensure they know the exact location.