Irakli's Guidebook
Nature spot in the City
Very nice area in Tbilisi if you are tired of the city and miss some nature. Really nice place to spend time in nature. There is a beach, some walking trails and plenty of places to eat. Very easy to get there on taxi if you don't have a car.
241 locals recommend
Lisi Lake
Very nice area in Tbilisi if you are tired of the city and miss some nature. Really nice place to spend time in nature. There is a beach, some walking trails and plenty of places to eat. Very easy to get there on taxi if you don't have a car.
Quite nice place must visit in Tbilisi. There are zipline, pedal and electric small boats on the lake, trampoline, table tennis rentals and more. Fancy restaurants. Nice views on the Tbilisi. Not very far from city center.
352 locals recommend
Turtle Lake
Quite nice place must visit in Tbilisi. There are zipline, pedal and electric small boats on the lake, trampoline, table tennis rentals and more. Fancy restaurants. Nice views on the Tbilisi. Not very far from city center.
Sightseeing
One of the tourists favorite sites to visit in Tbilisi. A really nice and important orthodox church with a magnificent panoramic views on the city. The biggest church in Georgia.
257 locals recommend
Saint George's Armenian Cathedral
5 Samghebro StreetOne of the tourists favorite sites to visit in Tbilisi. A really nice and important orthodox church with a magnificent panoramic views on the city. The biggest church in Georgia.
Old Tbilisi - the historical part of the city of Tbilisi, includes the districts and settlements that until 1936 were called "Tiflis". Old Tbilisi includes the following districts: Abanotubani - Kharpukhi (or Tbilissi, then Seyidabad), Kala, Isani - Avlabari, Sololaki, Mtatsminda, Vere, Ortachala, Chugureti, Didube, Nadzaladevi.
Most of the sights of Tbilisi are gathered in Old Tbilisi and, therefore, it is the main center of tourist attraction. This district is distinguished by Abanotubani - still functioning sulfur baths. As well as churches and museums, Sharden Street, where popular restaurants, open-air cafes, nightclubs, galleries and more are located. Another main charm of old Tbilisi is the architecture - old street vendors, wooden carved houses and balconies.
Old Tbilisi has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site candidate since 2007.
398 locals recommend
Dzveli Tbilisi
Old Tbilisi - the historical part of the city of Tbilisi, includes the districts and settlements that until 1936 were called "Tiflis". Old Tbilisi includes the following districts: Abanotubani - Kharpukhi (or Tbilissi, then Seyidabad), Kala, Isani - Avlabari, Sololaki, Mtatsminda, Vere, Ortachala, Chugureti, Didube, Nadzaladevi.
Most of the sights of Tbilisi are gathered in Old Tbilisi and, therefore, it is the main center of tourist attraction. This district is distinguished by Abanotubani - still functioning sulfur baths. As well as churches and museums, Sharden Street, where popular restaurants, open-air cafes, nightclubs, galleries and more are located. Another main charm of old Tbilisi is the architecture - old street vendors, wooden carved houses and balconies.
Old Tbilisi has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site candidate since 2007.
Funicular - mountain-cable way, the same tram, culture and leisure complex on Mtatsminda plateau, Tbilisi. The cable car connects the central part of the city with Mtatsminda Plateau.
60 people can travel in funicular carriages at the same time. On the way there is a beautiful view of Tbilisi. The funicular has a total of three stations: upper, middle and lower stations. By leaving at the middle station you will be able to visit the Church of Father David and the Pantheon of Public Figures, which is an integral part of Mtatsminda.
The length of the cable car is 501 meters. The height of the upper station of the funicular is 727 m above sea level, 460 m below the lower station, the level difference between the stations is 267 m. The funicular works on a daily basis for all seasons of the year.
Funicular tram carriages run from the upper and lower stations every 10 minutes. It only takes 3 minutes to cover the entire distance.
Working hours: 09:00 -23: 30. - It is restricted to go out with a funicular from 23:30 and it is possible to leave only from the upper station before closing the restaurant funicular.
88 locals recommend
Tbilisi Funicular station
Funicular - mountain-cable way, the same tram, culture and leisure complex on Mtatsminda plateau, Tbilisi. The cable car connects the central part of the city with Mtatsminda Plateau.
60 people can travel in funicular carriages at the same time. On the way there is a beautiful view of Tbilisi. The funicular has a total of three stations: upper, middle and lower stations. By leaving at the middle station you will be able to visit the Church of Father David and the Pantheon of Public Figures, which is an integral part of Mtatsminda.
The length of the cable car is 501 meters. The height of the upper station of the funicular is 727 m above sea level, 460 m below the lower station, the level difference between the stations is 267 m. The funicular works on a daily basis for all seasons of the year.
Funicular tram carriages run from the upper and lower stations every 10 minutes. It only takes 3 minutes to cover the entire distance.
Working hours: 09:00 -23: 30. - It is restricted to go out with a funicular from 23:30 and it is possible to leave only from the upper station before closing the restaurant funicular.
Neighborhoods
Stepantsminda (Kazbegi) is a municipality located in the historical gorge of Mtskheta-Mtianeti region of Eastern Georgia. It has been inhabited since ancient times. Kazbegi treasures dating back to VI-V century B.C are found here, which is associated with the religious cult of the ancient tribes of the Caucasus. The nature of Kazbegi is distinguished by its beauty. Mountains, cliffs, waterfalls and alpine lakes attract many vacationers, travelers and mountain sports enthusiasts. Many holidays are celebrated here (Atengenoba, Spatangelozoba, Kazbegoba, Gergetoba, etc.), where you will get acquainted with the customs of the gorge and the local cuisine. Kazbegi is also rich in important cultural monuments. Among them, Gergeti Trinity is especially famous. The amazing view of Mkinvartsveri makes the church special and unforgettable. An important part of Georgian ethno-culture are the slate houses, castles-towers and shrines, which have the status of a cultural monument. In this region you can enjoy mountain coolness, skiing in winter, hiking, interesting monuments, mineral waters, lush alpine meadows, red volcanic rocks and fill with impressions that will become unforgettable memories.
62 locals recommend
Stepantsminda
Stepantsminda (Kazbegi) is a municipality located in the historical gorge of Mtskheta-Mtianeti region of Eastern Georgia. It has been inhabited since ancient times. Kazbegi treasures dating back to VI-V century B.C are found here, which is associated with the religious cult of the ancient tribes of the Caucasus. The nature of Kazbegi is distinguished by its beauty. Mountains, cliffs, waterfalls and alpine lakes attract many vacationers, travelers and mountain sports enthusiasts. Many holidays are celebrated here (Atengenoba, Spatangelozoba, Kazbegoba, Gergetoba, etc.), where you will get acquainted with the customs of the gorge and the local cuisine. Kazbegi is also rich in important cultural monuments. Among them, Gergeti Trinity is especially famous. The amazing view of Mkinvartsveri makes the church special and unforgettable. An important part of Georgian ethno-culture are the slate houses, castles-towers and shrines, which have the status of a cultural monument. In this region you can enjoy mountain coolness, skiing in winter, hiking, interesting monuments, mineral waters, lush alpine meadows, red volcanic rocks and fill with impressions that will become unforgettable memories.
Mtskheta Municipality is located in Mtskheta-Mtianeti region of eastern Georgia. The area was still inhabited during the Bronze Age, as indicated by the settlements of Samtavro, Tsitsamuri, Narekvavi and other settlements. From the beginning of the I millennium BC, the great shifts characteristic of the life of the largest political entity in the East have also reflected on the history of Mtskheta. The strong cultural invasion of Mtskheta significantly affected the life of the city until the III - IV centuries. According to legend, the city was founded by the ethnarch Mtskhetos. From the end of the IV century BC Mtskheta was the political center of the newly created Kartli (Iberian) kingdom. According to legend, Nino, a missionary from Jerusalem, preached Christianity in Mtskheta at the beginning of the IV century. In 326, Mirian III adopted a new religion and Christianity became the state religion. According to legend, by the prayer of St. Nino hurricanes and hail broke out and crushed Armazian idols. At the beginning of the VI century Dachi Ujarmeli moved the capital from Mtskheta to Tbilisi. Mtskheta has lost its political significance, though it has remained a religious center. In the early medieval period, there was an active rebuilding of cult buildings in the city. Samtavro, Jvari, Antioch and more were built during this period. In 736-738, the Arab Commander-Marwan the deaf raided the city and destroyed Armazi Fortress. At the beginning of the XV century it was destroyed by Temur lang. The importance of Mtskheta gradually diminished and after the accession of the Kingdom of Kartli to Russia, it was a small village in the Dusheti Mazra. Mtskheta became a separate district in 1930-34, today it has the status of a city and a municipality. The Transcaucasian Railway runs through the municipality territory, as well as the first hydroelectric power station in Transcaucasia - Zahesi. Agriculture is developed in the region, the main fields are: horticulture, viticulture, fruit-growing, livestock, cereal crops. There are 1 theater, 4 museums and 41 libraries in Mtskheta municipality. There are numerous monuments of historical and cultural importance in the territory of the municipality. Cultural monuments of Mtskheta are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The region is also distinguished by the beauty of nature. The diverse culture and wonderful views of different times leave no one indifferent and attract many tourists.
214 locals recommend
Mtskheta
Mtskheta Municipality is located in Mtskheta-Mtianeti region of eastern Georgia. The area was still inhabited during the Bronze Age, as indicated by the settlements of Samtavro, Tsitsamuri, Narekvavi and other settlements. From the beginning of the I millennium BC, the great shifts characteristic of the life of the largest political entity in the East have also reflected on the history of Mtskheta. The strong cultural invasion of Mtskheta significantly affected the life of the city until the III - IV centuries. According to legend, the city was founded by the ethnarch Mtskhetos. From the end of the IV century BC Mtskheta was the political center of the newly created Kartli (Iberian) kingdom. According to legend, Nino, a missionary from Jerusalem, preached Christianity in Mtskheta at the beginning of the IV century. In 326, Mirian III adopted a new religion and Christianity became the state religion. According to legend, by the prayer of St. Nino hurricanes and hail broke out and crushed Armazian idols. At the beginning of the VI century Dachi Ujarmeli moved the capital from Mtskheta to Tbilisi. Mtskheta has lost its political significance, though it has remained a religious center. In the early medieval period, there was an active rebuilding of cult buildings in the city. Samtavro, Jvari, Antioch and more were built during this period. In 736-738, the Arab Commander-Marwan the deaf raided the city and destroyed Armazi Fortress. At the beginning of the XV century it was destroyed by Temur lang. The importance of Mtskheta gradually diminished and after the accession of the Kingdom of Kartli to Russia, it was a small village in the Dusheti Mazra. Mtskheta became a separate district in 1930-34, today it has the status of a city and a municipality. The Transcaucasian Railway runs through the municipality territory, as well as the first hydroelectric power station in Transcaucasia - Zahesi. Agriculture is developed in the region, the main fields are: horticulture, viticulture, fruit-growing, livestock, cereal crops. There are 1 theater, 4 museums and 41 libraries in Mtskheta municipality. There are numerous monuments of historical and cultural importance in the territory of the municipality. Cultural monuments of Mtskheta are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The region is also distinguished by the beauty of nature. The diverse culture and wonderful views of different times leave no one indifferent and attract many tourists.
Kakheti is a region located in eastern Georgia, which includes the territories of the historical-geographical provinces of Kakheti, Hereti (partly), and Tusheti. This region is rich in monuments of different periods and diverse nature. Here you will find ancient settlements, distinctive temples, castle towers, beautiful forests, waterfalls, alpine lakes, vast plains, and even a radiant desert. Ancient history, interesting culture, impressive nature, and resorts make Kakheti very attractive for those who want a pleasant vacation and for travel lovers.
Kakheti, with its centuries-old culture, is very rich in monuments of different periods. Here you will find ancient settlements, interesting and distinctive medieval temples, which were also important cultural and educational centers, impressive castles, Tush towers, and slate houses, etc. This region is also unique and diverse in terms of nature. There are many waterfalls and rolling lakes hidden in cool greenery in Kakheti. In this region, you will meet a completely different landscape from other regions of Georgia. Kakheti is exotic by the isolated, colorful desert and mud volcanoes of Vashlovani reserve.
20 locals recommend
Kakheti
Kakheti is a region located in eastern Georgia, which includes the territories of the historical-geographical provinces of Kakheti, Hereti (partly), and Tusheti. This region is rich in monuments of different periods and diverse nature. Here you will find ancient settlements, distinctive temples, castle towers, beautiful forests, waterfalls, alpine lakes, vast plains, and even a radiant desert. Ancient history, interesting culture, impressive nature, and resorts make Kakheti very attractive for those who want a pleasant vacation and for travel lovers.
Kakheti, with its centuries-old culture, is very rich in monuments of different periods. Here you will find ancient settlements, interesting and distinctive medieval temples, which were also important cultural and educational centers, impressive castles, Tush towers, and slate houses, etc. This region is also unique and diverse in terms of nature. There are many waterfalls and rolling lakes hidden in cool greenery in Kakheti. In this region, you will meet a completely different landscape from other regions of Georgia. Kakheti is exotic by the isolated, colorful desert and mud volcanoes of Vashlovani reserve.
Medical Wellness
Tbilisi Balneological Resort is one of the prominent resort, and it has no other analogy in the whole country. It’s a treatment diagnostic and rehabilitation institution, equipped with natural treatment options. The treatment procedure includes the therapy with the sulphureous-waters and therapy with muds.
Tbilisi was a well-known city for its sulfury waters yet in the ancient time. According to the studies, it was possible to use the sulphury waters for treatment purposes in the 19th century. Tbilisi Balneological resort was created in 1938. The territory of the resort covers the 400 hectares.
Tbilisi Balneological Resort is located in the center of the capital, in a very convenient place. On the eastern side of the resort is river Mtkvari and 300 Aragveli Monument, the south-west part is bordered by Tbilisi Botanical Garden and the south by Krtsanisi.
6 locals recommend
Tbilisi Balneological Resort
9 Vakhtang Gorgasali StreetTbilisi Balneological Resort is one of the prominent resort, and it has no other analogy in the whole country. It’s a treatment diagnostic and rehabilitation institution, equipped with natural treatment options. The treatment procedure includes the therapy with the sulphureous-waters and therapy with muds.
Tbilisi was a well-known city for its sulfury waters yet in the ancient time. According to the studies, it was possible to use the sulphury waters for treatment purposes in the 19th century. Tbilisi Balneological resort was created in 1938. The territory of the resort covers the 400 hectares.
Tbilisi Balneological Resort is located in the center of the capital, in a very convenient place. On the eastern side of the resort is river Mtkvari and 300 Aragveli Monument, the south-west part is bordered by Tbilisi Botanical Garden and the south by Krtsanisi.
Food scene
There is more than one Pasanauri restaurant in Tbilisi. Has large and extensive menu. Is supposed to have some of the best kinkhali in Tbilisi. . Everything is beautifully prepared and tasty, the service is friendly and efficient
97 locals recommend
Pasanauri
37 Alexander Griboedov StreetThere is more than one Pasanauri restaurant in Tbilisi. Has large and extensive menu. Is supposed to have some of the best kinkhali in Tbilisi. . Everything is beautifully prepared and tasty, the service is friendly and efficient
Absolutely delicious food, friendly and warm service, local welcoming atmosphere. Highly recommend. They had Abkhazian and Megrelian cuisin. A religious experience for the taste buds. All for incredibly reasonable price.
You will dream about this food for years
13 locals recommend
Amra
4 Sandro Euli StreetAbsolutely delicious food, friendly and warm service, local welcoming atmosphere. Highly recommend. They had Abkhazian and Megrelian cuisin. A religious experience for the taste buds. All for incredibly reasonable price.
You will dream about this food for years
Restaurant Chain Strada was founded by international team of chefs from New York, London and Moscow, serving Contemporary American, Italian and Korean dishes.
Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Street Parking, Free off-street parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Reservations, Table Service, Accepts Credit Card
17 locals recommend
Strada Sandro Euli
7 Sandro Euli StreetRestaurant Chain Strada was founded by international team of chefs from New York, London and Moscow, serving Contemporary American, Italian and Korean dishes.
Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Street Parking, Free off-street parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Reservations, Table Service, Accepts Credit Card