Georgia's capital of sulphur baths and cobbled lanes, Tbilisi blends a picturesque old town, a hilltop fortress, a buzzing wine and coffee scene and famous nightlife. Here's how to enjoy it in 2 or 3 days.
Tbilisi at a glance
Population
1.2 M
Airport
TBS
Ideal stay
2 to 3 days
Budget / day
โฌ30-110
Flight Paris
~5h direct
Time diff
+3h
Current climate
Best season
In brief
A capital you explore on foot
The old town, the baths and Rustaveli Avenue flow into each other on foot. Plan 2 full days, 3 to slow down.
The sulphur baths are the signature experience
Abanotubani and its brick domes. Public bath from 5 GEL, private cabin around 50-80 GEL per hour.
A city of wine and specialty coffee
Cradle of qvevri winemaking, Tbilisi packs natural wine bars and sharp roasters across Fabrika and Vera.
Bolt replaces taxis everywhere
The Bolt app is everywhere and cheap. The metro at 1 GEL helps on the main axes.
Nightlife that matters in Europe
Bassiani and the techno clubs draw the whole region. The city comes alive late, mostly Thursday to Sunday.
Must-see
Cobbled lanes, carved wooden balconies and colorful facades at the foot of the hill.
4th-century citadel reached by cable car. Panoramic view over the whole city.
The brick-dome quarter. Hot sulphur baths, a centuries-old ritual.
Glass-and-steel footbridge over the Mtkvari, lit up at night. Easy photo spot.
The main artery: opera, national museum, theaters and cafes. The modern heart of the city.
Huge gilded Orthodox cathedral, completed in 2004. Dominates the east bank.
Church perched on a cliff above the river, with the statue of King Vakhtang.
Pedestrian lanes full of wine bars, terraces and galleries. Best in the evening.
Former sewing factory turned creative hub: hostel, studios, courtyard bars.
20m aluminium figure on the hill: a sword for enemies, a wine cup for friends.
Choose your district
In the heart of the cobbled lanes, steps from the baths and Narikala. Guaranteed charm, sometimes noisy. From โฌ25/night.
โ Recommended
Art Nouveau district with decorated stairwells. Quiet and central. From โฌ30/night.
Charm
Green residential area loved by locals, specialty coffee and good tables. From โฌ28/night.
Local
Along the main avenue, near the opera and the funicular. Practical and lively. From โฌ35/night.
Lively
Creative left bank around Fabrika, more affordable and young. From โฌ18/night.
Budget
Getting around
Metro
Two lines covering the main axes. Rechargeable Metromoney card, fast and deep.
Marshrutka & bus
Very cheap minibuses and city buses. Handy but routes signed in Georgian.
Bolt
The dominant ride-hailing app in Georgia. Cheap, card or cash, everywhere in town.
Cable car & funicular
Cable car to Narikala from Rike Park, funicular up to Mtatsminda. Superb views.
Climate & crowds
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Spring
Apr to June ยท 15-26ยฐC, green hills ยท Ideal, the finest season alongside autumn
Summer
July to Aug ยท 30-35ยฐC, hot and dry ยท Fair, hot by day, pleasant evenings
Autumn
Sep to Oct ยท 18-27ยฐC, grape harvest ยท Ideal, soft light and wine season
How much
Backpacker
โฌ30
per day
Comfort
โฌ70
per day
Premium
โฌ160
per day
Our tested itinerary
Day-by-day program.
Around
๐ 30 min away ยท Former UNESCO capital
3h away ยท Gergeti church and Mount Kazbek
2h away ยท Wine town of Kakheti
1h15 away ยท Lakeside castle
FAQ
Marie Laurent โ
ยทSoutheast Asia specialist
Last updated: June 6, 2026.