Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Tbilisi travel guide

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You're Going to Love Tbilisi

With 1.11 million inhabitants, Tbilisi is the most populous city in Georgia. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Tbilisi has to offer.

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When to visit Tbilisi

Tbilisi in March
Estimated hotel price
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel
Tbilisi in March
Estimated hotel price
$126
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Tbilisi in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 28.4 °F, with an average temperature of 33.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 3.1″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Tbilisi, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Tbilisi

Plane

When flying to Tbilisi, you’ll arrive at Tbilisi Intl (TBS), which is located 9 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Tbilisi from the United States departs from New York and takes around 16h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Tbilisi is to pick up a car rental from Kutaisi, which is about 114 miles from Tbilisi. You’ll find branches of Street Rent a Car and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Kutaisi.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Tbilisi Mari Market, located 4 miles from downtown Tbilisi. Tbilisi Tbilisi is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Tbilisi, you’ll arrive at Tbilisi Intl (TBS), which is located 9 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Tbilisi from the United States departs from New York and takes around 16h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Tbilisi is to pick up a car rental from Kutaisi, which is about 114 miles from Tbilisi. You’ll find branches of Street Rent a Car and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Kutaisi.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Tbilisi Mari Market, located 4 miles from downtown Tbilisi. Tbilisi Tbilisi is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city center.

Airports near Tbilisi

TBSTbilisi Intl

Airlines serving Tbilisi

KLM
Good (1,411 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,576 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,529 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,047 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,788 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,017 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,025 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,664 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,416 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,493 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (873 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,305 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,061 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,136 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,066 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,905 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,086 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (386 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,876 reviews)
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Where to stay in Tbilisi

From 5-star hotels such as the The Biltmore Hotel Tbilisi to great affordable options like the Tbilisi View Hotel, Tbilisi offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $39 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $108 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Tbilisi, with prices from $20 to $241 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Tbilisi are about 37% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Tbilisi by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Tbilisi

Most booked hotels in Tbilisi

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Ambassadori Tbilisi Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9, 2305 reviews)
$110+
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ibis Styles Tbilisi Center
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2149 reviews)
$61+
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Pullman Tbilisi Axis Towers
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 562 reviews)
$114+
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The Biltmore Hotel Tbilisi
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1864 reviews)
$180+
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Citrus Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1234 reviews)
$59+
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Iveria Inn Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1169 reviews)
$32+
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Renting a car in Tbilisi

Renting a car in Tbilisi costs $46 per day, on average, or $185 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 3% cheaper than airport locations in Tbilisi.

Expect to pay $4.32 per gallon in Tbilisi (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.78 and $69.05. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Tbilisi, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Tbilisi costs $46 per day, on average, or $185 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 3% cheaper than airport locations in Tbilisi.

Expect to pay $4.32 per gallon in Tbilisi (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.78 and $69.05. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Tbilisi, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Tbilisi

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$22/day

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