The best months to visit Tbilisi are May – Jun, Sep – Oct. 20–28°C, mild and pleasant.
Quick facts
Currency GEL (Georgian Lari) 1 USD ≈ 2.70 GEL
Language Georgian English growing among younger generation
Timezone GET (UTC+4) No daylight saving time
Best Months May – Jun, Sep – Oct 20–28°C, mild and pleasant
Daily Budget ~$30–50 USD 80–135 GEL budget traveller
Visa Visa-free 1 year Most nationalities: no visa needed
When to go
A city of hot springs and cold wine, crumbling balconies and world-class techno, where 8,000 years of civilisation meet boundless hospitality.
Getting Around in Tbilisi
- Metro has 2 lines (0.50 GEL per ride with Metromoney card). Buy the card at any station for 2 GEL
- Bolt is the primary ride-hailing app, very cheap (cross-city 5–10 GEL). Regular taxis don't use meters. Agree on a price first
- Marshrutkas (minibuses) connect everywhere: no fixed schedules, they leave when full. Ask locals which number to take
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Tbilisi travel guide.
Timezone: GET (UTC+4) (No daylight saving time)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Tbilisi?
The best months to visit Tbilisi are May – Jun, Sep – Oct (20–28°C, mild and pleasant), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Tbilisi budget breakdown.
