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Tbilisi

Where the ancient world never really left

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A city that has been reinventing itself for 1,500 years

Founded in the 5th century by King Vakhtang I Gorgasali — who, legend has it, discovered the hot springs while hunting — Tbilisi has been a crossroads of civilisations ever since. Persians, Mongols, Ottomans and Russians have all left their mark, and the result is a city of extraordinary layered beauty.

Walk through Abanotubani's domed sulfur bathhouses, lose yourself in the carved wooden balconies of the Old Town, sip natural wine in a courtyard bar, and watch the city breathe across the Mtkvari River from the ancient Narikala fortress. Tbilisi rewards slow discovery.

1,500+ Years of History
Best Apr–Jun & Sep–Nov
3–5 Days Recommended
Reasons to Return

Tbilisi Highlights

01

Old Town & Narikala

Wind through narrow cobblestone streets, past wooden carved balconies and ancient churches, up to the 4th-century Narikala fortress for panoramic views of the city.

02

Abanotubani Sulfur Baths

The iconic domed bathhouses have been drawing visitors since the 12th century. Reserve a private bath and soak in naturally heated, mineral-rich sulfur waters.

03

Natural Wine Scene

Tbilisi has become a global destination for natural wine lovers. Visit the city's intimate wine bars and cellars to taste Georgia's ancient qvevri wines.

04

Georgian Gastronomy

Khinkali dumplings, cheese-filled khachapuri, smoky mtsvadi and herb-laden pkhali — Tbilisi's food scene is one of the great undiscovered cuisines of the world.

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