Travel Notes · Tbilisi
A perfect first day in Tbilisi
One walkable day that shows the best of the capital, from morning coffee to a view over the lights.
Morning: Liberty Square and the Old Town
Start at Liberty Square (metro Tavisuplebis Moedani) with coffee, then walk down Leselidze Street past churches, a synagogue and the mosque to the domes of Abanotubani.
Late morning: the sulphur baths
Book a private room for an hour and add a traditional scrub (kisi). It is the best cure for a night flight.
Lunch: khinkali
Order at least five per person, hold the knot, sip the broth and leave the knot on the plate.
Afternoon: Narikala and the Botanical Garden
Take the cable car from Rike Park to Narikala Fortress and the Mother of Georgia statue, then walk down into the Botanical Garden and its waterfall.
Sunset: Bridge of Peace and Metekhi
Cross the glass bridge and climb to Metekhi Church for the classic view of the Old Town as the lights come on.
Evening: dinner and a view
Book a table with a terrace or take the funicular to Mtatsminda for dinner above the city. Finish with a glass of Saperavi.