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Georgia Tbilisi travel guide
30 things to do in Tbilisi, where to stay, airport transfers. Pick places on the map and get a day-by-day walking route from your hotel with steps, kilometres and minutes.
Top things to do in Tbilisi
- Holy Trinity Cathedral of Tbilisi — Cathedral in Tbilisi, Georgia (visit ≈ 35 min)
- Rustaveli Theatre — theatre in Tbilisi, Georgia (visit ≈ 20 min)
- Tbilisi Opera and Ballet Theatre — opera house in Tbilisi, Georgia (visit ≈ 20 min)
- Kartlis Deda — sculpture (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Sioni Cathedral — orthodox Christian cathedral in Tbilisi, Georgia (visit ≈ 35 min)
- Narikala — ancient fortress overlooking Tbilisi (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Freedom Square — square in Tbilisi, Georgia (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Museum of Soviet Occupation — museum of Soviet occupation in Tbilisi (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Art Museum of Georgia — museum in Tbilisi, Georgia (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Kashveti Church — church building in Tbilisi, Georgia (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Tbilisi TV Broadcasting Tower — telecommunications in Tbilisi, Georgia (visit ≈ 40 min)
- Anchiskhati Basilica — Church in Tbilisi, Georgia (visit ≈ 30 min)
- National Botanical Garden of Georgia — botanical garden in Tbilisi, Georgia (visit ≈ 45 min)
- Metekhi church — church in Tbilisi (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Georgian National Centre of Manuscripts — archive, art museum in Tbilisi, Georgia (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Great Synagogue — synagogue in Tbilisi in the republic of Georgia (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Tbilisi Zoo — zoo in Tbilisi, Georgia (visit ≈ 150 min)
- Chronicle of Georgia — monumental sculptural complex by Zurab Tsereteli in Tbilisi, Georgia (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Open Air Museum of Ethnography — museum in the country of Georgia (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Atashgah of Tbilisi — also known as Fire Temple of Tbilisi, is a museum now in Tbilisi Georgia (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Wedding Palace — building in Tbilisi (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Alexander Nevsky Cathedral — former Eastern Orthodox cathedral in Tbilisi, Georgia (visit ≈ 35 min)
- Saint George's Church — church building in Tbilisi, Georgia (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Norashen Holy Mother of God Armenian Church — church building in Tbilisi, Georgia (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Juma Mosque — mosque in Tbilisi (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Church of Saint George — church building in Tbilisi, Georgia (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Art Palace of Georgia – Museum of Cultural History — museum of Georgian cultural history in Tbilisi; since 2026 a structural unit of the Union of Georgian Palace-Museums (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Giorgi Leonidze State Museum of Literature (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Vake Park — public park in Tbilisi, Georgia (visit ≈ 45 min)
- Holy Mother of God Church of Bethlehem — church building in Tbilisi, Georgia (visit ≈ 30 min)
1-day Tbilisi walking itinerary
Starting point: Old Town (Kala). The top 8 places at a normal pace (up to ~10 km of walking a day), in this order. Change places or your hotel on the map and the route is recalculated; distances are estimates with a street allowance.
- Day 1 (≈ 6.9 km · 9,280 steps · 1 h 32 min on the way): Kartlis Deda → Narikala → Holy Trinity Cathedral of Tbilisi → Tbilisi Opera and Ballet Theatre → Rustaveli Theatre → Museum of Soviet Occupation → Freedom Square → Sioni Cathedral
Hidden gems and overlooked spots in Tbilisi
- Abanotubani Sulphur Baths — Historic district of brick-domed sulphur baths where the city was born; private rooms for hire. (visit ≈ 90 min)
- Dry Bridge Market — Open-air flea market full of Soviet-era badges, cameras and antiques. (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Fabrika Tbilisi — Former Soviet sewing factory turned graffiti-filled courtyard of cafés and design shops. (visit ≈ 45 min)
- Gabriadze Clock Tower — Whimsical leaning tower by the puppet theatre where a little angel appears on the hour. (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Mtatsminda Park — Hilltop park with a Ferris wheel reached by funicular; the widest view over the city. (visit ≈ 90 min)
- Wine Factory N1 — 1800s winery building whose courtyard is now full of bars and tasting rooms. (visit ≈ 60 min)
Where to stay in Tbilisi
- Old Town (Kala): Sulphur baths and historic lanes.
- Sololaki: Art Nouveau houses and wine bars.
- Vera: Quiet, leafy and full of cafés.
- Vake: Upscale residential area, park and restaurants.
- Marjanishvili / Fabrika: Hostels, street art and nightlife.
Getting from the airport to Tbilisi
- Tbilisi International (TBS): Bus 337 ≈ 40 min; Bolt taxi ≈ 25 min
Getting around
The centre is walkable but hilly; metro and buses take contactless bank cards. Bolt taxis are cheap and common.
Classic places to eat
- Barbarestan: Georgian recipes from a 19th-century cookbook.
- Shavi Lomi: Georgian cooking with a modern twist.
- Café Littera: Contemporary Georgian food in the Writers’ House garden.
- Pasanauri: Juicy hand-made khinkali.
- Café Gabriadze: Fairy-tale café next to the puppet theatre.
- Funicular Restaurant: Ponchiki doughnuts with a view on Mtatsminda.
- Keto and Kote: Georgian food in a garden house in Vera.
Romantic views
- Narikala Fortress (Sunset): You look down on the old town roofs and the Mtkvari River.
- Bridge of Peace (Evening): The glass bridge glows with lights at night.
- Mother of Georgia (Sunset): A quiet ridge walk on Sololaki hill overlooking the city.
- Rike Park (Evening): A riverside park with views up to the fortress.
- National Botanical Garden (Early morning): A shady valley with a waterfall below the fortress walls.
Football stadiums in Tbilisi
- Dinamo Arena: Home of FC Dinamo Tbilisi
- Mikheil Meskhi Stadium: Home of FC Iberia 1999, FC Lokomotivi Tbilisi
Good to know before visiting Tbilisi
- Fine: Entering Abkhazia or South Ossetia via Russia is a criminal offence under Georgian law.
- Fine: Photographing military sites and border posts is prohibited.
- Warning: Using cannabis isn't a criminal offence, but buying, carrying or selling it is illegal.
- Warning: In churches women cover their hair and wear skirts; men avoid shorts.
- Warning: Traffic is fast and aggressive; take care even on crossings.
- In Tbilisi pay metro and buses with a contactless card or Metromoney card.
- Emergency: 112
- Plugs: C/F, 220V
- Tap water: Tbilisi tap water is generally fine, though many prefer bottled.
- Tipping: A 10–18% service charge is often added; otherwise leave about 10%.
Sources: UK FCDO — Foreign travel advice: Georgia, Wikivoyage — Georgia, T.C. Dışişleri Bakanlığı — Türk vatandaşlarının tabi olduğu vize uygulamaları · For information only; rules change, check official sources before you go. Last checked: 2026-10
Tbilisi travel FAQ
- How many days do you need in Tbilisi?
- The top 8 places in the centre take about 1 day at a normal pace on a walking route from your hotel. Allow 3 days for the top 20 places within walking distance.
- What are the top things to do in Tbilisi?
- Highlights: Holy Trinity Cathedral of Tbilisi, Rustaveli Theatre, Tbilisi Opera and Ballet Theatre, Kartlis Deda and Sioni Cathedral. The map has 30 things to do in total.
- Where to stay in Tbilisi?
- Old Town (Kala): Sulphur baths and historic lanes. Other options: Sololaki, Vera, Vake and Marjanishvili / Fabrika.
- How do you get from the airport to Tbilisi city centre?
- Tbilisi International (TBS): Bus 337 ≈ 40 min; Bolt taxi ≈ 25 min
- How do you get around Tbilisi?
- The centre is walkable but hilly; metro and buses take contactless bank cards. Bolt taxis are cheap and common.
- What is the emergency number in Tbilisi?
- Emergency: 112.
- Do you tip in Tbilisi?
- A 10–18% service charge is often added; otherwise leave about 10%.
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