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Tbilisi

Tbilisi is the capital and largest city of Georgia, serving as the country's cultural, political, and economic hub. Nestled in the Caucasus region, this ancient city blends tradition with modernity, offering visitors a unique blend of history, architecture, and cuisine.

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Quick facts

Population
Currency
lari (GEL)
Language
Georgian
Timezone
+04 (UTC+4)
Local time now
21:14:15

Hotels in Tbilisi

Tbilisi offers a range of accommodation options for visitors, including international brands like Courtyard Marriott and distinctive local properties such as მონოგრაფი, ბადაგონი ბუტიკ სასტუმრო, Middleton, and მარლინი. Whether you're looking for business-class comfort or unique boutique experiences, Tbilisi's hotel scene caters to diverse travel needs. See all hotels →

Courtyard Marriott
66 m from centre
მონოგრაფი
71 m from centre
ბადაგონი ბუტიკ სასტუმრო
85 m from centre

Airports in Tbilisi

Tbilisi is served by several airports and air bases. The main facility for civilian travel is Tbilisi International Airport, while the city is also home to military air bases including Soganlugh and Vaziani, as well as additional airfields at Marneuli and Natakhtari. See all airports →

სოღანლუღი თბილისის საჰაერო ბაზა
12.1 km from centre
თბილისის საერთაშორისო აეროპორტი
13.0 km from centre
ვაზიანის საჰაერო ბაზა
20.8 km from centre

Car Hire in Tbilisi

Tbilisi offers several car hire options for visitors and residents looking to explore Georgia. Major providers like Avis operate in the city alongside local rental companies such as აზრი, თბილისის ავტომობილი, Jambo tour, and Parent Pro Auto Rent. See all car hire →

Avis
55 m from centre
აზრი
133 m from centre
თბილისის ავტომობილი
180 m from centre
Jambo tour
184 m from centre

Things to Do in Tbilisi

Tbilisi offers a rich array of attractions for visitors to explore. From historic monuments like თავისუფლების მონუმენტი to cultural landmarks and notable sites throughout the city, there are plenty of activities to experience during your visit to Georgia's vibrant capital. See all things to do →

თავისუფლების მონუმენტი
8 m from centre
იოსებ ღოღობერიძე
87 m from centre
თბილისის საკრებულო
90 m from centre
ბაღჩო და აზიზ სლოევები
92 m from centre
გიგა (გიორგი) ბათიაშვილი
97 m from centre
ნიკოლოზ ჯანდიერი
106 m from centre

Restaurants in Tbilisi

Tbilisi's restaurant scene offers a rich culinary experience rooted in Georgian tradition. Whether you're seeking classic dishes at establishments like ხინკლის ფაბრიკა or exploring diverse dining options across the city, you'll find welcoming venues that showcase local flavors and hospitality. See all restaurants →

ხინკლის ფაბრიკა
georgian;regional · 75 m from centre
ბადაგონის სახლი
84 m from centre
ქარაბაქ
turkish · 90 m from centre

Swimming Pools in Tbilisi

Tbilisi offers several swimming pool options for visitors and residents looking to cool off or maintain their fitness routine. Facilities like Fit Club, Ausi, Free pool, Wave pool, and Kids Zone provide aquatic recreation throughout the city. See all swimming pools →

Fit Club
418 m from centre
Ausi
4.7 km from centre
Free pool
4.8 km from centre

Spas in Tbilisi

Tbilisi is home to traditional balneological resorts, including the თბილისის ბალნეოლოგიური კურორტი (Tbilisi Balneological Resort), where visitors can experience the city's renowned thermal and mineral waters. See all spas →

Nightlife in Tbilisi

Tbilisi's nightlife scene offers diverse venues for an evening out, from established clubs like Hype and Sigma to local favorites such as ბეისმენთი and ლიპს ქლუბ. Whether you're looking for dancing, live music, or a night of drinks with friends, the city's entertainment district has something for every taste. See all nightlife →

Sigma
560 m from centre
Hype
560 m from centre
ბეისმენთი
566 m from centre

Bars in Tbilisi

Tbilisi offers a diverse bar scene with venues ranging from casual spots to vibrant nightlife destinations. Whether you're looking for a relaxed evening at დადი, dancing at Ballroom, or exploring other local favorites like ფეიფერ ბოქსი and ლაუნ.ჯი, the city has options for every taste. See all bars →

დადი
coffee_shop;georgian;heuriger;seafood · 108 m from centre
Ballroom
116 m from centre
ფეიფერ ბოქსი
129 m from centre

Cafes in Tbilisi

Tbilisi's cafe scene offers a vibrant mix of local and contemporary coffee culture. From traditional Georgian hospitality to modern specialty coffee, venues like გლეიზ, 11:11, პოლ, სანტინო, and დეილი გრაინდი showcase the city's diverse cafe landscape. See all cafes →

გლეიზ
98 m from centre
11:11
99 m from centre
პოლ
116 m from centre

Shopping in Tbilisi

Tbilisi offers diverse shopping experiences across modern malls and traditional markets. Visit major retail destinations like გალერია თბილისი and მერანი სავაჯრო გალერეა for contemporary shopping, or explore local options at ქარვასლა and other shopping venues throughout the city. See all shopping →

გალერია თბილისი
176 m from centre
მერანი სავაჯრო გალერეა
1.2 km from centre
გრატო
2.1 km from centre

Nature & Wildlife in Tbilisi

Tbilisi offers several parks and gardens where visitors can experience the city's natural spaces. These include Pushkin Park, Georgian Democratic Republic Garden, Lado Gudiashvili Square, Orbeliani Garden, and Oliver Wardrop Square, providing opportunities to enjoy green areas throughout the capital. See all nature & wildlife →

პუშკინის პარკი
100 m from centre
საქართველოს დემოკრატიული რესპუბლიკის ბაღი
299 m from centre
ლადო გუდიაშვილის მოედანი
331 m from centre
ორბელიანის ბაღი
451 m from centre
ოლივერ უორდროპის სკვერი
475 m from centre
9 აპრილის სახელობის ბაღი
588 m from centre

Climate snapshot

Tbilisi experiences a humid continental climate with distinct seasons. Winters are mild but can be cool, while summers are warm and pleasant. Spring and autumn offer comfortable temperatures ideal for exploring the city.

Frequently Asked Questions About Tbilisi

What currency is used in Tbilisi?

The official currency of Georgia is the Georgian Lari (GEL).

What language is spoken in Tbilisi?

Georgian is the official language of Tbilisi and Georgia.

What timezone is Tbilisi in?

Tbilisi is in the Asia/Tbilisi timezone.

Which region is Tbilisi located in?

Tbilisi is located in Asia, serving as Georgia's capital city.

Is Tbilisi easy to get around?

Tbilisi has a well-developed public transport system including metro, buses, and minibuses, making it relatively easy for visitors to navigate the city.

Map of Tbilisi

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