It's super easy to visit Tbilisi on a budget. With insanely cheap food and drinks, a great public transport system that costs mere pennies, and budget accommodation galore, Tbilisi, Georgia is a budget traveler's dream.
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From the generous visa-free policy to the low cost of food, there's no two ways about it: Georgia is a very budget-friendly tourist destination. I rarely use the word 'cheap' to describe Georgia; instead, I always say it's good value for money.
A family of four estimated monthly costs are 2,252.8$ (6,048.6GEL) without rent. A single person estimated monthly costs are 623.9$ (1,675.1GEL) without rent. Tbilisi is 59.3% less expensive than New York (without rent).
I would highly recommend Turkey to any traveler, especially Istanbul and Cappadocia, and would highly recommend Georgia to adventurous/off-the-beaten-path travelers, in particular Foodies or wine fans.
The currency in Georgia is the Georgian Lari. Although prices are occasionally quoted in US dollars and euros, Georgian law requires that all goods and services are paid for in local currency. Credit and debit cards are widely used in Tbilisi, but less so in the regions. ATMs can be found in major towns.
The cost of living in Georgia is 10% lower than the national average. Housing is 20% lower than the national average, while utilities are 12% lower. When it comes to basic necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 4% lower than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs 4% lower.
Personally, I recommend spending at least 10 to 14 days in Georgia. This will give you enough time to explore a few different regions of this wonderful country and really appreciate it from every angle. With that said, I fully understand that not everyone has that long to spend in Georgia.
We spent 7 weeks in Tbilisi and were still discovering new things so if you have longer you will not be bored. But for most people on holiday, three days is a great amount of time to get your bearings and see some of the best sights in Tbilisi. Ultimate 3 days Tbilisi Itinerary, best things to see in Tbilisi, Georgia.
The city is also known for its beautiful architecture, friendly locals, and delicious cuisine. On the other hand, the cons of living in Tbilisi include its poor air quality, lack of public transportation, and limited job opportunities.
The verdict of our Georgia vs Armenia travel comparisonArmenia is excellent, it's only Georgia that's a little (sometimes a lot) better in almost everything. So, in general, we believe that Georgia is a better tourist destination, with a wider variety of things to explore, from culture to natural beauty.
Azerbaijan and Georgia both offer plenty of outdoors escapes. Georgia is greener but has harsher winters (in some areas).Azerbaijan has a greater variety of landscapes and has smaller, if any, crowds.
Despite its small size, Georgia has all kinds of landscapes, including deserts, coasts and mountains. The country is a paradise for hiking and camping lovers. You can also explore breathtaking lakes, canyons, waterfalls or relax at spa resorts.