Tbilisi Traveler Essentials
- Safety rating
- 8.5/10
- Best time to visit
- May–June and September–October offer warm, comfortable weather, while July–August can be hot and winters chilly.
- Population
- 1.2M
Overview
Tbilisi, Georgia's atmospheric capital, tumbles across the hills above the Mtkvari River with sulphur bathhouses, cobbled old-town lanes, and bold contemporary architecture. A buzzing wine and café scene and warm hospitality make it one of the Caucasus's most beloved cities.
Getting around
A cheap metro, buses, and ride-hailing app Bolt make travel easy, while the old town and Rustaveli are walkable. A cable car climbs to Narikala Fortress.
Local etiquette
Georgians are famously hospitable, so embrace the supra feast and toasts led by the tamada. Dress modestly and cover up in churches.
Safety
Tbilisi is very safe with low crime and friendly locals; just watch for occasional taxi overcharging and petty theft in crowds. Tap water is generally safe to drink.