Tourist Attractions in Tbilisi

The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Tbilisi

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About Tbilisi

The vibrant and distinctive Tbilisi can surprise tourists with its rich history, picturesque ancient architecture and extraordinary traditions of hospitality that have been honoured here for hundreds of years. There is another side to the city, too – the boldly forward-looking outlines of the Peace Bridge and the Theatre of Music and Drama, modern amusement parks that meet the highest quality standards, and museums with up-to-date expositions.

After a stroll through the old quarters of Tbilisi, tourists enjoy tasting excellent Georgian wine in restaurants and savouring spicy dishes of the national cuisine. The good-naturedness of the locals is another advantage that speaks in favour of Tbilisi. Guests are always welcome here and will gladly tell you a lot of interesting things from the historical past of the city.

Top-25 Tourist Attractions in Tbilisi

Dzveli Tbilisi

 0/5

The historical part of Tbilisi, located at the foot of Mtatsminda. On the territory of the Old Town there are ancient temples, palaces, mansions built in the best traditions of Georgian architecture. Many buildings have been restored and adapted for restaurants, wine tasting rooms, hotels and souvenir shops. However, there is also another, non-touristy part of the neighbourhood, where dilapidated emergency houses still inhabit.

Shota Rustaveli Avenue

 4.7/5

192 reviews

The central alley of Tbilisi, stretching from Freedom Square to Rustaveli Square for 1.5 km. The street is the centre of the cultural life of the city, many places of interest are located here. The avenue was laid in the XIX century, the construction took place under the leadership of Prince Vorontsov – Viceroy of the Russian Empire in the Caucasus. Rustaveli Avenue is always very crowded, as it is considered one of the best places in the city for strolling.

Narikala

 4.7/5

8371 reviews

The first mention of the fortress dates back to the 5th century. From the 7th century it was conquered more than once by the Byzantines, Mongols and then Arabs. For quite a long time Narikala was the centre of the Georgian kingdom. The powerful fortification rises on a hilltop surrounded by sheer cliffs, which seriously hampered enemy access during sieges. In 1827, as a result of a powerful earthquake, the structure was seriously damaged. Partial restoration was carried out in the 1990s.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Holy Trinity Cathedral of Tbilisi

 4.8/5

11250 reviews

The Cathedral of the Georgian Orthodox Church, which was erected between 1995 and 2004, designed by A. Mindiashvili. Given the difficult times in Georgia in the 90s, it was quite difficult to allocate the entire amount from the state budget, so a significant part of the money was raised through voluntary donations. Tsminda Sameba is a whole complex that includes a monastery, a seminary, the residence of the patriarch and a cathedral.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Metekhi Virgin Mary Assumption Church

 4.7/5

2388 reviews

The church is located on the edge of a steep cliff, which is in the centre of Tbilisi. It was erected in the XIII century on the site of the palace of the city’s founder Vakhtang I Gorgasali. During the next three centuries the building was repeatedly destroyed. The temple built in the XVI century has survived to our days. The architecture of the church is an exemplary example of Georgian temple architecture, characterised by laconic forms and lack of decorative elements.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Anchiskhati Basilica

 4.8/5

716 reviews

The church was built in the VI century during the reign of King Dachi Ujarmeli, it is the oldest temple in Georgia that has survived to this day (taking into account the rebuilding and destruction of the XV-XVII centuries). During the Soviet times the territory of the temple was adapted for a museum of folk crafts and an art workshop. Now one of the best choirs of Georgia performs in Anchiskhati Church. Valuable icons are also kept in the building.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Zion Cathedral of Tbilisi

 4.8/5

1787 reviews

Zion Cathedral was the cathedral until 2004. The first temple on this site was erected in the 6th century, and later on newer buildings appeared, using fragments of previous buildings. As a result, the facade of the Zion Cathedral turned out to be composed of stone parts belonging to different epochs. The most significant shrine of the church is the cross of St Nino, who converted Georgia to the Christian faith.

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Mtatsminda Pantheon

 4.8/5

775 reviews

A necropolis where significant public and cultural figures of Georgia are buried. Scientists, writers, national heroes and famous artists are buried here. The cemetery was established in 1929 just in time for the centenary of A. Griboyedov’s death in Iran. The remains of A. Tsereteli, S. Janashia, L. Gudiashvili, F. Makharadze and other famous personalities are buried in the pantheon. The first Georgian president Z. Gamsakhurdia is also buried here.

Open time

Monday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Dry Bridge Market

 4.5/5

7994 reviews

A flea market and tourist attraction located by the bridge over the Kura River. The flea market is a cult place, every visitor to Tbilisi should definitely come here. The variety of goods is amazing – antique porcelain, chandeliers, Soviet posters, cameras and even rare sets of surgical instruments are sold here. Some items can cost up to several thousand dollars.

Open time

Monday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Sunday: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Gabriadze

 4.7/5

3325 reviews

The theatre is located in Old Tbilisi near the Anchiskhati Church. It was founded in 1981 by playwright, director and artist R. Gabriadze. The stage is chamber, the auditorium is designed for only 80 seats. The troupe constantly takes part in international festivals and has already toured to many European countries, the USA and Canada. The Marionette Theatre’s productions have always received good reviews from critics.

Open time

Monday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Opera and Ballet Theater of Tbilisi

 4.8/5

3169 reviews

The Opera House is located on the central Rustaveli Avenue. It was erected in the middle of the 19th century and, according to many contemporaries, was as beautiful as the leading theatres of Europe. In 1874 the theatre was destroyed by fire, after which a new building was erected, which now adorns the centre of Tbilisi. Throughout the 20th century, the theatre was the centre of cultural life in the Georgian capital.

Open time

Monday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Georgian National Museum

 4.5/5

5025 reviews

The museum is a whole network of galleries located throughout Georgia. The main branch is located in Tbilisi. The museum was founded in 2004 and its holdings include the collections of the Tbilisi History Museum, the State Art Museum of Georgia, the Dmanisi Museum-Reserve of History and Archaeology, the S. Janashia Museum of Georgia and many others. The extensive exposition covers the time period from the 4th century BC to the 20th century.

Open time

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tbilisi Open Air Museum of Ethnography

 4.6/5

2060 reviews

An open-air museum with traditional Georgian houses and buildings collected from all regions of the country. The exposition was founded thanks to the serious work of ethnographer G. Chitaya in 2004. The museum is located on a vast area of 52 hectares, its collection includes more than 70 houses and about 8 thousand historical artefacts. In addition to residential buildings, there are mills, wineries, a family tomb and an ancient temple on the territory of the museum.

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Sulfur Baths

 4.5/5

9309 reviews

The attraction is located in the Abanotubani district, which stretches along the Kura River bed. The baths are built on the site of ancient sulphur springs discovered during the reign of King Vakhtang I Gorgasal, the founder of Tbilisi. Water is supplied to the baths directly from under the ground. The buildings are made of red brick and are topped with round domes with windows through which ventilation is carried out. Inside the baths are covered with tile tiles.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Monument of St. George

 4.7/5

3338 reviews

The architectural ensemble of the square began to take shape in the middle of the 19th century, when Tbilisi was actively built up. During the Soviet era, the dilapidated buildings were demolished and the square renewed its appearance in accordance with the architectural traditions of that time. Nowadays Freedom Square is the centre of administrative and governmental buildings. In the middle of the square there is the Freedom Monument in the form of a 30-metre column and the statue of St. George, designed by Z. Tsereteli in 2006. Tsereteli in 2006.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Heroes Square

 4.4/5

99 reviews

The monument was created by the famous sculptor Z. Tsereteli and was installed in Tbilisi in 2011 in the Avlabari district. Initially, the sculptural group was supposed to take its place on Patriarch’s Ponds in Moscow. The monument symbolises the friendship of the Georgian, Armenian and Russian peoples. This is what the Mayor of Tbilisi spoke about at the opening of the monument in the presence of a large number of citizens.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Mother of Georgia

 4.6/5

3834 reviews

The monument is a symbol of the national character of Georgia, in which many traits are intertwined. The figure of Mother Kartli symbolises hospitality and, at the same time, readiness to defend against enemies. The statue was created in 1958 by sculptor E. Amashukeli to celebrate the one and a half thousandth anniversary of the founding of the Georgian capital. The first monument was made of wood, in 1963 it was replaced by an aluminium copy.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Chronicle of Georgia

 4.8/5

6896 reviews

The monument is located 13 kilometres from Tbilisi on the bank of the Tbilisi Reservoir. It is a group of 16 columns 353 metres high. Each column depicts a certain plot related to the history of Georgia or biblical scenes. The sculptural group also includes the cross of St Nino, a church and statues of wise men who contributed to the spread of Christianity. Sculptor Z. Tsereteli worked on the monument for almost 20 years.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

National Botanical Garden

 4.6/5

11213 reviews

The park was laid out in the mid-19th century in the place where the gardens of Georgian kings were located along the Legvta-Khevi River. After the territory was transferred to the Academy of Sciences, the area of plantings was significantly expanded. At the moment the Botanical Garden occupies the territory of 128 hectares. The plant diversity is represented by several thousand species, which are collected from all over the world and from different regions of Georgia.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM

Turtle Lake

 4.3/5

1297 reviews

The lake is located on the northern slope of Mtatsminda Mountain about 3 kilometres from Tbilisi. In the past, turtles inhabited these places, which is why the lake has such a name. The lake is a popular place for outdoor recreation for the residents of the city, and quite a lot of people come here on weekends. Turtle Lake itself is small in size and depth, it is located at an altitude of 686 metres above sea level.

Rike Park

 4.7/5

12527 reviews

A city park on the left bank of the Kura River, opened in 2010 next to the Peace Bridge. Its territory offers a variety of entertainment for the whole family: children’s mazes, a climbing wall for sport climbing, restaurants, and a musical fountain. A grandiose futuristic structure of the Music and Drama Theatre was built in the park, created in the form of a giant mirror tube resembling the powerful turbines of a spaceship.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Tbilisi Funicular

 4.4/5

396 reviews

A cable car connecting the city centre with the park on Mtatsminda Mountain. The system was built in the early 20th century by visiting Belgian engineers. In 1990 there was a cable breakage, which killed 15 people. In 2000 there was another incident with a rope breakage, after which the funicular stood abandoned until 2013. Now the renovated cable car is back in operation. On the way to the top, the cable car makes one stop at the Pantheon.

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Mtatsminda Park

 4.6/5

21798 reviews

The park is located on the top of the mountain of the same name. Since the XIX century this place became popular among the citizens, numerous inns appeared here. In the 30s of the XX century on the mountain was laid out Stalin Square, which became the prototype of the modern amusement park. There are rides, water slides, original sculptures, models of ancient castles, cafes and green recreation areas.

Open time

Monday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
Thursday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
Friday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM

რიყის საბაგირო

 4.5/5

324 reviews

The cable car was built in 2012 and connects the Old Town with the Narikala Fortress. The construction was made with the strictest safety requirements in mind. While travelling in glass-floored cabins, you can enjoy the picturesque views of Tbilisi stretching right under your feet. The cable car quickly gained popularity among tourists and became one of the main attractions of Tbilisi.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Bridge of Peace

 4.7/5

13570 reviews

A modern bridge over the Kura River, built in 2010, designed by Italian architect M. De Luca and lighting designer F. Martin. The structure connects the old and new parts of Tbilisi, symbolising the transition from the glorious past to a promising future. The bridge is 156 metres long and about 5 metres wide. The structure is made in the “high-tech” style. The bridge is equipped with a powerful illumination system and covered with a glass dome resembling a fishing net.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours