Activities in Tbilisi

The Tbilisi aerial tramway runs from Rike Park across the Kura River to the Narikala Fortress ridge. The 2-minute ride provides stunning aerial views of Old Tbilisi.

Tbilisi Sea is a large reservoir north of the city, created in 1953 by damming the Iori River. In summer it becomes Tbilisi’s de facto beach, with swimming, kayaking, and lakeside restaurants.

Turtle Lake (Kus Tba) is a small mountain lake at 686 metres above sea level, accessible from Vake Park via a trail or cable car. Popular in summer for swimming, picnics, and pedal boats.

Abanotubani is the historic bathhouse district at the eastern edge of Old Tbilisi, built over natural sulphur hot springs. According to legend, these springs led King Vakhtang Gorgasali to found the city in the 5th century.

The Tbilisi Funicular climbs from Chonkadze Street to the Mtatsminda plateau at 727 metres. Glass-fronted cabins offer a 3-minute ascent with sweeping city views.

This self-guided walking route takes you through Tbilisi’s vibrant mural district, primarily around Fabrika and the Marjanishvili neighbourhood, where large-scale murals by Georgian and international artists cover building facades.