The Tbilisi City Guide 3rd edition is out now!
Fully fact-checked and updated for 2026, it covers all the latest information you need to plan the perfect trip to Tbilisi.
Buy your copy today on Payhip (existing customers can download the new version for free using the original link emailed at the time of purchase).
My first travel guidebook, the Tbilisi City Guide is a 370-page digital ebook (PDF) that you can read on your laptop, phone or tablet. Formatted for offline use, you can think of it as the ultimate companion to Tbilisi.
Imagine if I picked out the best of the best from the blog, added more background, reorganised everything into practical neighbourhood guides and plotted it all on an interactive map – that’s essentially what this guidebook is.
I have literally spent thousands of hours exploring Tbilisi to bring you the very best things to do, see, eat, drink and experience in the city. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a long-time expat, I am confident that you will find something new and unexpected inside.
Discover the coolest neighbourhoods, the best tried-and-tested restaurants, the cosiest wine bars, and the most raucous local markets. Find underrated museums, hidden apartment entryways, splendid courtyards, secret sulfur baths, and other unsung heroes of the city.
Made for anyone who wants to go deeper and enjoys exploring on foot at a slower pace, this guide has a strong focus on special architecture, unseen corners, and alternative spots. Discover the little things that make Tbilisi and Georgia so special.
- Updated & accurate for 2026
- Full of hand-picked recommendations and original photography (because I have personally been to each and every location featured in the book)
- Downloadable and designed for reading on the go
- More than 250 recommendations for things to see, do, eat and drink in Tbilisi
- Instant access to 20 interactive maps for navigation
- Links throughout for further reading and easy reservations
- Free lifetime access to future digital updates
What’s inside the Tbilisi City Guide?
TRAVEL ADVICE & PLANNING TIPS
All your pre-trip planning questions answered – from budgeting and SIM cards to what to wear in Tbilisi and how to use the metro. Everything you need to know to hit the ground running.
7 CURATED NEIGHBOURHOOD GUIDES
Discover 250+ of Tbilisi’s best attractions, museums, cultural experiences, restaurants, cafes and bars – conveniently organised geographically into 7 district guides.
20 INTERACTIVE OFFLINE MAPS
Get instant access to 20 interactive Google Maps that you can save to your device for easy reference when you’re in Tbilisi.
MINI FEATURES ON GEORGIAN HISTORY & CULTURE
Sprinkled throughout the book, you will find ‘In Focus’ mini features on everything from wine and food to Tbilisi’s German heritage, Brutalist architecture, and profiles of important historical figures. By the time you finish reading this book, you will have a good overview of Georgian history and culture.
Tbilisi travel guide FAQ
Who is the Tbilisi City Guide for?
The Tbilisi City Guide is made for travellers who want to get more out of their visit to Tbilisi. Whether it’s your first time in Georgia or you’re a hardcore Tbilisi fan like me, I’m confident that you will find new experiences and fresh perspectives inside this book.
What formats are available?
The Tbilisi City Guide is a digital ebook (PDF file) that you can read on your laptop, tablet or phone. When you purchase the guide via Payhip, you will receive a link to download the guide to your device.
Two PDF files are included: a high-resolution version (recommended for viewing on your laptop) and a compressed version (recommended for viewing on your phone). The PDFs contain identical information, but the compressed version has lower-quality images. Download one or both depending on your needs.
If there is enough interest, I will look at doing a limited print run of the guidebook in the future. Please let me know if this is something you would like to purchase!
How much does it cost?
The Tbilisi City Guide costs 39.00 USD. VAT or other additional charges might be added at checkout depending on your location and payment method.
This price includes a downloadable PDF ebook you can read anywhere, any time. You also get access to the interactive maps, and free lifetime updates as I explore more of Tbilisi and add more tips. At the moment, I plan to update the guide annually (the current third edition of the book was published in May 2026).
Pay securely (via PayPal or card) through Payhip.
Can’t I get this information for free on the blog!?
Naturally there is some overlap between the blog and the book, but the two are very different. I have expanded on many topics so you will find that the ebook is more in-depth compared to what is presented on the website.
Another key difference is the way the guidebook is organised. While I tend to write about themes (e.g. cafes) for the blog, the Tbilisi City Guide is organised by district. This will make your trip planning easier and allow you to quickly access information when you’re on the ground in Georgia.
The Tbilisi City Guide is edited to be comprehensive yet concise. It will save you hours scrolling through blog post after blog post. And best of all, there are no ads!
The Tbilisi City Guide 3rd edition: What’s new?
Published in May 2026, the latest edition of the Tbilisi City Guide has been updated to include:
- 25+ fresh venues in Tbilisi (cafes, restaurants & bars)
- New mapped walking routes for each neighbourhood to help you plan your day-to-day itinerary
- Cost updates for 2026, including food and ticket price increases
- Important logistical information around flights, insurance & ground transport for travellers visiting Georgia this year
- Notable relaunches & reopenings, including the National Gallery, the National Palace Museum, Art Foundation Anagi, and more
- All new Google Maps
Ongoing updates (3rd edition)
Any important updates (closures, changes of address, etc.) that occur in between editions of the guidebook will be listed here.
Narikala Castle (p. 58) — Reconstruction work is ongoing at Narikala, and the interior of the castle remains closed to visitors. For updates, see this blog post.
Tabor Monastery viewpoint (p. 67) — Construction work in this area is ongoing, and at times, the view from the lookout is partially obscured by cranes. It is still worth climbing the stairs, but be warned that you might not be able to get the photos you want.
Rike Concert Hall (p. 143) — The famous ‘Rike Jugs’ are being demolished to make way for a new hotel development. Dismantling started in July 2026.
Apple of Love (p.191) — The courtyard is now locked; to view the sculpture, you must now buy a ticket for MoMA.
The King and The Bird (p. 214) — Permanently closed.
1984 Jazz Club (p. 216) — Due to renovation works, the club has temporarily relocated to 37 Rustaveli Avenue (right across the road from the original location).
Bagelin (p. 248) — Permanently closed.
Niko Pirosmani Museum (p. 300) — Temporarily closed for renovation.
Research sources & further reading
Here are a few of the online resources that were indispensable when researching this guide that you might wish to visit for more information.
Atinati — Feature articles on various aspects of the arts, culture, architecture and history in Georgia. Atinati’s also produces a video series that is fantastic.
Metaport.AI — A new community-sourced platform for sharing information related to historical buildings. The site has a growing number of listings for Tbilisi, and is expanding throughout Europe and the US.
Tbilisi Architecture Archive — Index of architects active in Tbilisi from the start of the 20th century through to the early 2000s.
Hello, didn’t you recently publish a new e-book that was a collaboration with someone else?
I would like to buy it, but I can’t find it on your blog anymore.
Hi Elina, it is an older book from 2022. I worked on the first edition, but I am no longer involved.