Holidays in Tbilisi - description of the resort
ꙭ read in 3 minutes 01/01/2026
It is better to start your first acquaintance with the country from its capital. Especially when it comes to Georgia.
The highlight of Tbilisi is a unique combination of history, culture and hospitality
To make your vacation in Tbilisi memorable for a long time, here are the TOP 6 must-see places:
1. the old town is a place where you can plunge into history and enjoy the architecture, narrow streets, ancient churches and wonderful views. Don't miss the Metekhi Temple above the Kura River and the Narikala fortress complex;
2. a restaurant serving Georgian cuisine, famous for its varied dishes and exquisite tastes. Try khachapuri (cheese pies), khinkali (meat dishes), satsivi (meat in walnut sauce) and much more. Restaurants in the capital offer the richest selection of traditional dishes;
3. bathhouse with thermal springs - there are several springs where you can relax as much as possible and immerse yourself in warm water. For example, the Tbilisi sulfur baths are a historical place, also located in the old city, where you can not only take a steam bath, but also get massages and other cosmetic treatments;
4. various museums - the State Museum of Georgia, the Shalva Amonashvili Museum of Fine Arts, the Museum of Artistic Figures of Northern Georgia, etc., where you can get acquainted with many artifacts and historical exhibitions;
5. vernissage - the largest market for souvenirs and artwork in Tbilisi, where you can choose unique gifts from traditional Georgian clothing, jewelry to national icons and paintings;
6. Botanical garden in Tbilisi with a beautiful park where you can relax from the bustle of the city and enjoy the coolness in the summer heat.
It’s possible to get around all the attractions listed above on your own in a day. Further, if you wish, you can book an excursion to Tbilisi and go to more remote tourist places.
Pros and cons of holidays in Tbilisi
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- beautiful architecture and an abundance of historical places; - delicious Georgian cuisine and the maximum number of restaurants where you can try it; - good price-quality ratio of hotel accommodation and rental housing; - developed infrastructure, including transport and cultural; - has its own Tbilisi Sea (an artificial reservoir); - friendly and hospitable locals |
- hot summer and cold winter; - a lot of noise and high traffic, like in any capital of the world. During the high season there is a large flow of tourists; - polluted air due to heavy traffic and the presence of industrial enterprises |
Be that as it may, this city is definitely worth a visit! Visiting other resorts in the country is at your discretion. And in order to make the trip as comfortable as possible, it is better to rent a car in Tbilisi.