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The best things to do in Georgia are exploring Old Tbilisi and its sulphur baths, riding the cable car to Narikala fortress, and driving the Georgian Military Highway to Kazbegi for the Gergeti Trinity Church below Mount Kazbek. Add a wine day in Kakheti, the ancient capital Mtskheta, and paragliding or skiing at Gudauri.
12 things worth your time in Georgia
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Old Tbilisi and the sulphur baths
ExperienceBrick-domed bathhouses in Abanotubani fed by natural hot springs, below wooden balconies and a waterfall gorge.
2 hoursPublic bath about ₹300–500; private room about ₹2,500–6,500 per hour (GEL 80–200)Book a private room in advance for weekend evenings; it suits couples and families.
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Narikala Fortress by cable car
LandmarkA 4th-century fortress above the old town, with the Mother of Georgia statue and the best view of Tbilisi.
1–1.5 hoursCable car about ₹80–100 (GEL 2.5–3) each wayRide up, then walk down through the old town to the baths.
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Bridge of Peace and Rike Park
LandmarkA glass-and-steel footbridge over the Mtkvari river that lights up at night, linking the old town to the park and cable car.
1 hourFreeCross after dark, then walk to Shardeni Street for dinner.
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Mtskheta
Day tripGeorgia's ancient capital, 25 km from Tbilisi, with the hilltop Jvari Monastery and Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, both UNESCO-listed.
3–4 hoursFree; taxi about ₹1,000–1,600 returnMost Kazbegi tours stop here on the way; you do not need a separate trip.
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Kazbegi and Gergeti Trinity Church
Day tripA 14th-century church on a ridge at about 2,170 m, with Mount Kazbek (5,047 m) behind it. This is the photograph that sells Georgia.
10–11 hours, or overnightShared tour about ₹2,000–3,200 (GEL 60–100); 4x4 to the church extraStay a night in Stepantsminda to see the church at sunrise without day-trip crowds.
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Ananuri and the Gudauri viewpoint
LandmarkA walled fortress church on a turquoise reservoir, then the curved Soviet-era friendship monument mural above a deep valley.
1–2 hours en routeFreeBoth are stops on the Kazbegi road; ask your driver for 30 minutes at each.
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Paragliding at Gudauri
ExperienceTandem flights off 2,500 m ridges over the Caucasus, one of the most popular add-ons for Indian travellers.
1 hour (15–20 minutes flying)About ₹8,000–11,000 (GEL 250–350)Flights depend on wind; book a slot for your outward drive so a cancellation can move to the return.
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Skiing and snow play at Gudauri
ExperienceGeorgia's main ski resort, 2.5 hours from Tbilisi, with wide slopes for beginners and snowmobile rides.
Full dayDay ski pass and gear about ₹5,000–8,000Season runs roughly December to April; weekdays are much quieter.
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Kakheti and Sighnaghi wine day
Day tripFamily wineries ageing wine in buried clay qvevri, plus the walled hill town of Sighnaghi and Bodbe Monastery.
9–10 hoursTour about ₹2,500–4,500 (GEL 80–140) including tastingsNon-drinkers can enjoy the churchkhela-making and grape-juice tastings; tell the guide in advance.
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Uplistsikhe cave town
Day tripA rock-cut town over 3,000 years old on a cliff above the river, with theatres, halls and a secret tunnel.
4–5 hoursEntry about ₹500 (GEL 15)Bring shoes with grip; the rock is slippery after rain.
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Dry Bridge Market
ShoppingAn open-air flea market of Soviet medals, old cameras, enamel jewellery and paintings.
1–2 hoursFree to browseBest on weekend mornings; bargaining is expected.
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Fabrika and Marjanishvili
ExperienceA Soviet sewing factory turned courtyard of cafés and bars, in a neighbourhood with restored 19th-century streets.
EveningFreeGood for younger groups; families will prefer the cafés on Aghmashenebeli Avenue nearby.
What are the top things to do in Georgia?
Georgia rewards a simple plan: Tbilisi for two days, one or two days on the Georgian Military Highway to Kazbegi, and a day in Kakheti wine country. Six days covers it comfortably. Tbilisi itself is compact, and the old town, baths, cable car and Bridge of Peace are all within walking distance of each other.
The drive north is the highlight for most Indian travellers. In one day you pass Mtskheta's cathedrals, the Ananuri fortress on its reservoir, Gudauri's ski slopes and the Jvari pass at 2,379 m, then climb to the Gergeti Trinity Church. Doing it as an overnight in Stepantsminda is far more relaxed, and you get the church at sunrise.
Summer or snow?
From June to October, Kazbegi has green meadows and easy walks to waterfalls. From December to March, Gudauri turns into a ski resort, with snowmobiles and sledging for non-skiers, which is why many Indian families visit over Christmas. Paragliding runs year-round when the wind allows.
What to watch for
- Kazbegi tour prices vary widely; confirm whether the 4x4 to Gergeti is included.
- The Kazbegi road can close for hours after heavy snow in winter.
- Wine is central to Georgian hospitality, but it is never rude to decline.
Get a Metromoney card or use a contactless bank card for the Tbilisi metro, buses and cable car.
Plan the rest with our Georgia trip cost, best time to visit Georgia, where to stay in Tbilisi, the Georgia food guide and the Georgia visa page.
Frequently asked questions
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