TBILISI - GETTING AROUND
The Tbilisi Metro is the fastest and most efficient way to get around the city. It has two lines (red and green lines) and 23 stations that cover most of the city's main attractions and neighborhoods. It operates from 6 am to 12 am. Metro stations are identified by the red (M) sign.
By TaxiTaxis are widely available and an easy way to get around. Alternatively, there are ride-sharing apps, such as Bolt and Yandex Go, that are very popular and reliable as well.
By Bus
Tbilisi has an extensive bus network that covers most parts of the city. Buses are generally cheaper than the metro, but they can be slower and more crowded. Tickets can be purchased at the ticket machine in the bus, however, the machines do not provide change, so the fare should be paid exactly. Also, you can pay by Travel Card, which could save you money and time.
Municipality Bus #337 (blue color) serves and transfers passengers to/from Tbilisi International Airport to the Freedom Square and after Station Square. It's the cheapest transportation, and one way costs about 1 GEL.After getting to the city center, you can change to another public bus to reach any desired destination.
If you'd like to travel by minibuses, there are fixed stops throughout the city. They run from 7 am to 12 am.
By Cable CarTraveling by Cable Car is possible by using the Travel Card (sold at the ticket office). On the card, you need to add credit for your rides (and any rides in the Mtatsminda amusement park. The ride up Mt Mtsminda on the funicular is beautiful.
Travel Card
Travel Cards can be purchased at any payment office of metro stations and both stations of Rike-Narikala Cable Car. The cost of the card is 2 Lari.
There is a 90-minute transfer period on the new card. The same card can not be used for more than one passenger. If you try to tap twice in quick succession, it will reject the card - you need a 15-minute interval in between taps. Therefore, each person needs to buy their own card.