Area Hotspots

Davit Aghmashenebeli Avenue, renovated with restored facades, balconies and a pedestrian section, is one of the most attractive streets in Tbilisi. Its buildings date mainly from the nineteenth century, when the area was settled by German colonists. Restaurants, wine bars and cafés fill the ground floors. Evening walks along the illuminated avenue are especially pleasant.

Fabrika, a former Soviet sewing factory converted into a hostel, coworking space and courtyard of bars and shops, lies a few minutes away. Its graffiti covered yard is a meeting point for young locals and travellers. Concerts and markets take place regularly. It is lively until late at night.

Marjanishvili Square and the Marjanishvili Theatre, one of the oldest theatres in the city, are just around the corner. The square is a transport hub with cafés and shops. The district around it preserves many old Tbilisi courtyards with wooden balconies and iron staircases. Wandering through these yards reveals the hidden side of the city.

The Dry Bridge flea market, across the Mtkvari river, sells Soviet memorabilia, paintings, antiques and vinyl records. It is busiest on weekends. Bargaining is expected.

Rustaveli Avenue, one metro stop away, has the Opera House, the National Museum, Rustaveli Theatre and the Parliament building. It leads to Freedom Square and the Old Town.

The Old Town, with the sulphur baths of Abanotubani, Narikala Fortress and the cable car, is reachable by metro or a short ride. Leghvtakhevi waterfall hides behind the bathhouses.

For food, Barbarestan near the hotel is known for recipes from a nineteenth century Georgian cookbook. Khinkali, khachapuri and Kakhetian wines are available everywhere.