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🚕 Arrival & Transfer
Welcome to the city of light! Your journey begins with a scenic drive from the airport into the heart of the Caucasus.
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Tbilisi route for 2 days for the first time
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Welcome to your first Georgian adventure! This journey is crafted to immerse you in the legendary hospitality of Tbilisi, blending ancient cobblestone history with the vibrant, creative energy of a city that never fails to enchant its first-time guests.
🌤 Weather summary and notes
🌤 WEATHER SUMMARY: Expect warm, golden September days with highs around 28°C–30°C and pleasant evenings near 17°C. The sun is still potent in the afternoon, so wear sunscreen and a hat. Pro tip: Tbilisi’s cobblestones are beautiful but unforgiving; wear sturdy, comfortable sneakers. For cathedral visits, keep a light scarf handy to cover shoulders or head.
🏨 Hotel recommendations
- Fabrika Hostel & Suites (Design Hostel) · Perfect for first-timers to soak up the vibrant, modern "hip" atmosphere. Central hub for Fabrika Urban Space. · 120 GEL
- Guest House Old Tbilisi (Guest House) · Authentic Georgian experience with local hospitality. Walking distance to all Day 1 landmarks. · 90 GEL
- Ibis Styles Tbilisi Center (Hotel 3 ) · Strategic "middle ground" near Liberty Square. Reliability of an international brand with modern design. · 156 GEL
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Old Tbilisi & Narikala Ridge
2026-09-04
15:42
Freedom Square
Open 24/7
The monumental heart of Tbilisi, centered by the golden statue of St. George slaying the dragon. It serves as the perfect compass point where the 19th-century Russian architecture meets the ancient Persian-style Old Town.
Don't miss
Look for the "Old City Wall" remains integrated into the glass floor of the nearby shopping center basement.
16:40
Rezo Gabriadze Clock Tower & Anchiskhati Basilica
Tower: 24/7; Basilica: 09:00–19:00
The Clock Tower is a fairytale masterpiece of crooked bricks and ceramics, while Anchiskhati is the city's oldest surviving church (6th century), holding a mystical, incense-filled atmosphere. Оф. сайт: Rezo Gabriadze
Don't miss
Find the tiny pomegranate tile on the tower. Passerby Tip: The puppet show "The Circle of Life" happens exactly on the hour.
17:38
Bridge of Peace & Rike Park
Open 24/7
A striking glass-and-steel bow spanning the Mtkvari River, symbolizing the link between Georgia’s past and future. The bridge lights up with thousands of LEDs that communicate in Morse code.
Don't miss
The LED lights on the bridge actually spell out the chemical elements found in the human body.
18:10
🚠 Cable Car to Narikala
10:00–22:00
A 3-minute "flight" over the old town that offers the most effortless and stunning views of the city's red roofs.
Use a Metromoney card (2.5 GEL).
18:28
Kartlis Deda & Narikala Ridge
Open 24/7
The "Mother of Georgia" stands tall with a bowl of wine for friends and a sword for enemies. The ridge offers a 360-degree view of the botanical gardens and the urban sprawl.
Note: Narikala interior is under restoration, but the ridge path is the best spot for sunset photos.
19:40
Abanotubani & Leghvtakhevi Waterfall
Open 24/7
The district of dome-shaped sulfur baths where the city was founded. Follow the stream to find a 22-meter natural waterfall hidden right in the city center.
Don't miss
Look for the colorful mosaic "Falcon and Pheasant" monument near the baths—it depicts the legend of how Tbilisi was discovered.
🚕 Logistics notes
- Transport: Buy a Metromoney card at the cable car station; you can use one card for two people.
- Walking: The descent from Narikala via Betlemi stairs is steep; take it slow to enjoy the wooden balconies.
💳 Day budget
💰 Бюджет дня: 116 GEL (🎟 Достопримечательности: 10 GEL; 🍽 Питание: 84 GEL; 🚕 Транспорт: 22 GEL)
🍽 Where to eat
- Lunch: Racha Dukhan (Lermontov St 6) — A legendary budget-friendly basement spot. Try their Lori (Racha ham) or classic Khinkali . Near: Freedom Square.
- Dinner: Organique Josper Grill Bar (Bambis Rigi St 12) — While slightly touristy, it offers great outdoor seating in the heart of the old town. For a more budget-friendly local vibe, try Machakhela (Tumaniani St 23) for their famous Adjaruli Khachapuri . Near: Abanotubani.
🎁 Souvenirs
- Gallery 27 (Betlemi St 27) — Located in a stunning house with stained-glass windows, perfect for high-quality local crafts and textiles.
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