Tbilisi Travel Guide: Sulfur baths, balconies, and creative energy by the Mtkvari.
Tbilisi mixes old town lanes and 19th‑century balconies with a lively café scene and contemporary design. It’s our base — we use it to start trips gently before heading to wine country or the mountains.
Old Town Essentials
Abanotubani (the bath district) is classic Tbilisi — brick domes, mineral steam and narrow lanes. We often finish a city walk with a private bath session.
Narikala Fortress gives the best overview of the city. Take the cable car up, then wander down past the waterfall.
Book private rooms in advance on weekends. Our team can arrange citrus scrubs or a quick shoulder massage.
Blue hour from Metekhi or the Peace Bridge is perfect for skyline shots.
Food & Culture
Tbilisi markets are ideal for quick tastings: churchkhela, sulguni, and spices. We’ll teach you the Georgian for your favorite flavors.
Evenings are for strolling — locals fill Rike Park and the riverfront terraces. Street musicians gather near the Peace Bridge on warm nights.
Practical Information
- Direct flights to Tbilisi (TBS) from major hubs. We arrange airport pickup.
- Rail links to Batumi and Kutaisi; private transfers available for flexible stops.
- April–June and September–October are mild and sunny.
- December–February is colder but festive and quiet in the Old Town.
- English widely spoken in hotels, cafés and by guides.
- Reserve popular restaurants at weekends.
- Bolt works well for rides within the city.