33 Cool and Free Things to Do in Tbilisi, Tbilisi, Georgia

Tbilisi is my hometown, where I spent most of my life and currently live. Georgia’s capital is getting more attention both from the media and travelers, who seek a wild nature, unique culture, ancient architecture mixed with modern buildings, and distinctive cuisine. And even though it is a relatively small city, there are plenty of things to do in Tbilisi.

Tbilisi’s narrow lanes mirror its complicated history of a Persian or Russian rule. The impact of each invasion is still present today, and you can see it while wandering around the old neighborhoods like Sololaki or Plekhanov. Here’s a really cool guide of the architecture of Georgia through centuries to pique your interest.

Looking for where to stay in Tbilisi? Check out my guide to best neighborhoods, hotels, hostels, and Airbnb’s in town

However, I always say that to feel Georgian spirit and understand its heritage, one should at least go to other regions of the country.

The center of the city, Rustaveli Avenue, is a 1.5 km long road housing the most significant buildings of the town. Named after Shota Rustaveli, a medieval poet and one of the significant contributors to Georgian literature, the Avenue utterly tells the splendor of capital. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).