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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Tbilisi travel guide

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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
$117
1 night at 3-star hotel
Tbilisi in March
Estimated hotel price
$117
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 Washington, D.C. and takes around 17h 45m.

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 Avis and Tbilisi Cars, 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 Washington, D.C. and takes around 17h 45m.

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 Avis and Tbilisi Cars, 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

Lufthansa
Good (7,492 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,404 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,456 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,980 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,009 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,992 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,980 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,476 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,375 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (855 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,280 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,028 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,015 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,908 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,068 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (373 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,866 reviews)
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Where to stay in Tbilisi

From 5-star hotels such as the The Biltmore Tbilisi Hotel to great affordable options like the Tbilisi View Hotel, Tbilisi offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $43 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $121 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Tbilisi, with prices from $25 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 35% 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 (8.9, 2260 reviews)
$113+
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Pullman Tbilisi Axis Towers
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 553 reviews)
$105+
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ibis Styles Tbilisi Center
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2132 reviews)
$64+
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The Biltmore Tbilisi Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1842 reviews)
$168+
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Citrus Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1214 reviews)
$61+
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Iveria Inn Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1160 reviews)
$30+
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Renting a car in Tbilisi

Renting a car in Tbilisi costs $54 per day, on average, or $216 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Tbilisi Intl.

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. The most frequently booked car type in Tbilisi is Standard (Subaru Forester or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Tbilisi costs $54 per day, on average, or $216 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Tbilisi Intl.

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. The most frequently booked car type in Tbilisi is Standard (Subaru Forester or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Tbilisi

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$22/day

Compact

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$40/day

Compact SUV
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