Nutsubidze Skybridge: Tbilisi's Brutalist Icon
Discover Tbilisi's iconic Nutsubidze Skybridge: A unique blend of Brutalist architecture, Soviet history, and panoramic city views.
The Nutsubidze Skybridge, also known as Saburtalo Skybridge, is a unique residential complex in Tbilisi, consisting of three high-rise apartment blocks connected by elevated metal walkways. Built in the 1970s, it exemplifies Soviet-era Brutalist architecture and offers stunning panoramic views of the city.
A brief summary to Nutsubidze Skybridge
- PPG9+CHX, Tbilisi, Vake-Saburtalo, GE
Local tips
- Bring exact change (20 tetri coins) for the elevator, which provides access to the skybridges.
- Visit in the late afternoon or early evening for the best light and sunset views.
- Be respectful of the residents and keep noise to a minimum while exploring the complex.
- Consider taking bus #347 to the top of the plateau to enter the highest building, walk across the bridges, and then take the elevator down.
Getting There
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Metro
Take the Tbilisi Metro to State University station on the Saburtalo line. From there, it's a short 6-minute (450m) walk to the Skybridge. From the metro station, walk straight for about 500 meters. You will pass by local shops and cafes on your way. Keep an eye out for signs pointing towards the Nutsubidze Skybridge; it is a well-known landmark in the area. Continue walking until you reach the intersection, then take a right turn onto the street leading directly to the Skybridge. The metro fare is 1 GEL.
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Bus
City buses #326 and #347 stop directly outside the first building on Nutsubidze Street. From the city center, you can catch bus number 79 or 80, which will take you towards Nutsubidze. The bus ride will take about 20 minutes. Disembark at the 'Nutsubidze' stop. From there, it is a short 5-minute walk to the Skybridge. The bus fare is 0.5 GEL.
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Taxi/Ride-sharing
A taxi from Freedom Square to the Skybridge costs around 15 GEL when booked through Bolt. Expect the journey to take around 15-30 minutes depending on traffic conditions.
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Elevator
To access the skybridges, locate the public coin-operated elevator in the first building. The elevator is on the ground level, in the back right corner, behind the police station. The fare is 20 tetri per person, each way, and the machine only accepts 20 tetri coins. Insert your coins and press the top button to go to the 14th floor.
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