How to get to Tbilisi Old Town, Narikala & the Sulphur Baths by metro
Station, line, time and exit — the complete guide.
Get off at Liberty Square station (Line 1). From there it is a ~10-minute walk to the Old Town, Narikala Fortress and the sulphur baths of Abanotubani.
A cable car from Rike Park climbs to Narikala Fortress and the Kartlis Deda statue.
Alternatively: Rustaveli station (Line 1).
Overview
Tbilisi’s Old Town (Kala) is the tangle of cobbled lanes below the Narikala Fortress, famous for the domed sulphur bath houses of Abanotubani and the balconied wooden houses of the gorge. The nearest metro is Liberty Square (Line 1) on Freedom Square, from where you walk down through the old streets to the baths and the cable car up to Narikala.
Getting there from key points
| Starting point | Metro route |
|---|---|
| Rustaveli | Line 1 toward Varketili, ~2 min |
| Avlabari | Line 1 toward Akhmeteli, ~2 min |
| Station Square | Line 1, ~5 min |
Step by step
Take Line 1 and get off at Liberty Square station.
Follow the signs to the right exit and up the escalator.
In about 10 minutes on foot you reach the Old Town, Narikala Fortress and the sulphur baths of Abanotubani.
Useful information
Frequently asked questions
How much is a metro ticket?
Tbilisi Metro costs 1 GEL per ride with a Metromoney card, which also works on buses and the cable cars. See the "Schedule" page for hours.
How long does it take from the centre?
Rustaveli: Line 1 toward Varketili, ~2 min.
Which line serves the station?
Liberty Square station is on Line 1.
Is the station deep?
Yes — much of the Tbilisi metro is deep underground; Liberty Square is reached by long escalators.
Where can I see more sights?
See all attractions near the metro.
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Updated: July 2026