Tbilisi has plenty of well-known attractions. But if you've seen most of them and are looking for somewhere a little different, the Chronicles of Georgia is worth adding to your itinerary. Also known as the Memorial History of Georgia, this enormous monument sits on a hill overlooking the Tbilisi Sea, away from the busy streets of the city center.
In this guide, I'll show you how to get to the Chronicles of Georgia from Tbilisi by metro and bus, based on our experience visiting the monument.
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- Overnight Train from Baku to Tbilisi via Azerbaijan Railways (2026 Update)
- Hike the Gergeti Glacier of Mount Kazbek via Gergeti Trinity Church
- Overnight Train (Platskart) from Tbilisi to Yerevan & Border Crossing Experience (with Armenian Visa on Arrival)
Chronicles of Georgia (Quick Guide)
- Location: Tbilisi, Georgia
- Also Known As: Memorial History of Georgia
- From Tbilisi City Center: Around 30โ45 minutes by public transport, depending on your starting point
- Transport: Metro + Bus
- Nearest Metro Station: Ghrmaghele
- Bus: #360 (previously #60)
- Entrance Fee: Free
- Difficulty: Easy, although there are stairs and an uphill walk
- Highlights: Monumental sculptures, Georgian history, Tbilisi Sea views, and Soviet-era Tbilisi
Chronicles of what?
Chronicles of Georgia, commonly known as the Memorial History of Georgia or just Memorial to locals, is a monument with a record of Georgia's history. With its gigantic sculptured pillars, most of its parts depicted the life of Christ and some parts are dedicated to Saint Nino who preached Christianity in the country. Despite being an unfinished monument, the Chronicles of Georgia is a popular side trip among tourists and backpackers.
How to Visit Chronicles of Georgia:
2026 update: The bus number mentioned in my original 2019 experience was #60. This route is now identified as Bus #360, so don't be confused if you see a different number when planning your trip.
Tbilisi to Chronicles of Georgia by Bus
- From Station Square (where our hotel was located), we took the metro and got off at Ghrmaghele Station.
- Outside the station, we took Bus #60 which was technically a marshrutka. Tell them you're going to the 'Memorial'.
- Right after the stop 'Tbilisi Sea', you will be dropped off at the entrance of the memorial which is not an official bus stop. From the entrance, walk your way up to the pillars. ๐
Chronicles of Georgia to Tbilisi by Bus
- Going back, you have to walk a little further to reach the bus stop on the other side of the road. Take Bus #60 again to go back to Ghrmaghele Station.
- Once at Ghrmaghele Station, you can take the metro back to your place or your next destination.
Remember, double-check the destination with the locals and the bus driver. Also, don't forget that they call it 'Memorial' instead of Chronicles of Georgia.
Prefer someone else to handle the logistics?
If you'd rather skip the metro and bus connections and want to see other attractions altogether, you can also book these day tours from Tbilisi.
Memorial Highlights:
The whole complex is not very big but there's a handful of things you can explore. The first one that would greet you is the giant scroll with short writing in three languages - Georgian, Russian, and English.
Not as long as the Tian Tan Buddha in Hong Kong, a set of stairs awaits you next.
Climb the stairs to reach the pillars and start savoring all the details on each and every sculpture you can ever find.
A small church stands behind and Wikipedia says it's the 'Church of the Annunciation' and nothing more.
And don't forget to soak in the views. Who doesn't enjoy landscape views? Taken next to the church, is the view of the Zghvisubani District with a backdrop of greenery and hills a little further. It was an unconventional view for me as we got to see the Soviet-style apartment blocks which were not usual to be showcased in blogs. However, it screams the destination's character as a former member of the Soviet Republic.
Last but not least is the refreshing view of the Tbilisi Sea. Technically a lake, it is a famous destination for the locals, especially during summer.
Costs
Unfortunately, I don't remember the exact bus fare we paid during our visit in 2019, and public transportation fares may have changed since then, so I wouldn't rely on the prices from my original trip.
However, your main expenses would be:
- Metro: From your nearest station to Ghrmaghele Metro Station and back
- Bus: From Ghrmaghele to the Chronicles of Georgia and back
- Entrance: The memorial was free to visit during our trip
- Food and drinks: Optional, if you want to bring or buy snacks along the way
Overall, you don't need to spend much to visit the Chronicles of Georgia independently. The biggest cost is simply getting there, making this a good option if you're looking for an inexpensive alternative to booking a guided tour from Tbilisi.
Overall Experience
While our visit here was short and sweet, we enjoyed the change of scenery away from the bustling city of Tbilisi.
We enjoyed roaming around the area however, we found that it would be helpful to have some information boards for visitors to read. If you're a history buff, I'm sure you'd feel the same. And if that's the case, maybe hiring a local guide would help.
Apart from that, the Chronicles of Georgia is an interesting place to visit in Tbilisi and as I said, it's so easy to go by public transport. So what are you waiting for?
If you want to find out our itinerary, check it out on my blog - Backpacking the Caucasus Region!
One comment on “How to Get to Chronicles of Georgia from Tbilisi by Public Transport”
Wow! Nice photos chelly...loved all of them...its surprising how amazingly you get all the precious time to get into beautiful places like this. Im hoping to join you in your travel adventure next time!