Things to do in Tbilisi

Why go to Tbilisi

• Narikala Fortress

  A brooding 4th-century citadel looming over the old city with panoramic views that stretch to the Caucasus mountains, free to explore and utterly dramatic at sunset.

• Abanotubani Sulfur Baths

  Tbilisi's legendary domed bathhouses where you can soak in naturally hot, mineral-rich spring water for as little as $5, the very reason the city was founded.

• Georgian National Museum

  Home to jaw-dropping Scythian gold, prehistoric human skulls, and centuries of Georgian history packed into one essential stop in the heart of the city.

• Mtatsminda Park & Funicular

  Ride the vintage funicular up the holy mountain for sweeping city views, then visit the iconic Mtatsminda Pantheon where Georgia's greatest poets are buried.

• Shida Kartli Wine Tasting at a Local Marani

  Georgia invented wine 8,000 years ago, tasting qvevri-fermented amber wines directly from a traditional cellar is a genuinely world-class, ridiculously affordable experience.

Good to know in Tbilisi

• Transit: Load a Metromoney card ($0.30/ride) for the metro and buses, it covers the whole city and is far cheaper than taxis; use Bolt or Yandex Go apps for rides, which run $1-3 across the city center.
• Tipping: Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory, 10% is generous and well-received in restaurants; rounding up the bill is common in cafés and for taxi drivers.
• Tap water: Tbilisi tap water is safe to drink and is actually mountain spring water piped from the Caucasus, skip buying bottled water entirely.
• Free-entry days: The Georgian National Museum and several state museums offer free admission on the first Sunday of every month, plan accordingly to stack multiple visits.

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