Bridge of Peace
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Around the bridgeSources checked: 4 November 2026

The Rike Park Aerial Cable Car

The aerial cable car is the quickest way from the river level by the Bridge of Peace up to the hill of Narikala. It starts beside Rike Park, on the left bank, and saves you the climb through the Old Town steps.

This page covers what the ride is like, what you see on the way and the practical points to check before you join the queue.

Type
Aerial tramway
Route
Rike Park → Narikala hill
Best for
Views and avoiding the climb
Cost
Paid; verify the fare on the day
Quick facts

How the ride works

It is a short, single hop between a lower station in Rike Park and an upper station on the Narikala ridge. Cabins run continuously, so waiting is usually about queue length rather than a timetable.

  • Lower station: in Rike Park, by the Bridge of Peace
  • Upper station: on the hill at Narikala
  • One-way and return options exist
  • The ride itself takes only a few minutes

What you see from the cabin

The value of the cable car is the view on the way up: the Bridge of Peace, the Mtkvari, Metekhi Church and the roofs of Old Tbilisi all sit below you as the cabin climbs.

Fares, payment methods and operating times change. Confirm the ticket price and whether the line is running on the day you visit.

Before you join the queue

  • Decide one-way or return — walking down through the Old Town is a common alternative.
  • Expect longer queues at sunset and in the evening.
  • Check whether the line is operating; it can pause for maintenance or weather.
  • Card or cash acceptance can vary, so check before joining.
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Short answers for planning.

01Where does the cable car start?+

The lower station is in Rike Park, on the left bank of the Mtkvari, immediately beyond the Bridge of Peace. The upper station is on the Narikala hill.

02Is the cable car the same as the Bridge of Peace?+

No. The Bridge of Peace is the pedestrian glass bridge; the cable car is a separate paid tramway that begins near the bridge and climbs to Narikala.

03Do I have to take the cable car back down?+

No. Many visitors ride up and walk down through the Old Town. Choose based on your time, mobility and the weather.