Tbilisi National Park
National Park Protected forested park surrounding Tbilisi with hiking trails
Around Tbilisi, Tbilisi National Park preserves wooded hills and marked hiking trails close to the capital; city residents and visitors use it for day hikes, picnics and views back toward Tbilisi.
Tbilisi National Park is a protected area on the hills and lower mountains just outside Georgia’s capital, Tbilisi. It was established to protect the wooded slopes and natural habitats that lie closest to the metropolitan area.
The park offers hiking paths, picnic areas and lookout points with views over parts of Tbilisi and the surrounding valleys. Vegetation includes mixed deciduous and coniferous stands typical of the region’s lower mountain zones.
The park was created to conserve the forested hills near the capital while providing recreational green space for residents and visitors. Management focuses on maintaining trails and protecting habitats from development pressures.
Tbilisi National Park lies northwest of central Tbilisi in the Mtskheta-Mtianeti administrative area, forming a natural green belt close to the city.
- Proximity to Tbilisi: The park is the closest large protected area to Tbilisi and contains a network of trails and viewpoints overlooking the city.
How to Get to Tbilisi National Park #
From Tbilisi city center take bus or marshrutka toward Mtskheta or the Tbilisi Sea, or a taxi to the park entrances near Vake or Saguramo; many trails begin within 15-30 minutes of central Tbilisi by car.
Tips for Visiting Tbilisi National Park #
- Enter on weekdays or early morning to avoid picnic crowds from Tbilisi.
- Bring insect repellent in summer - valleys near streams can be buggy.
- If hiking, stick to marked trails and ask at the small park info kiosk about recent closures; cell signal is patchy in remote valleys.
Best Time to Visit Tbilisi National Park #
Best visited spring through autumn for hiking and views of the city; avoid mid-summer heat in lower sections.
Weather & Climate near Tbilisi National Park #
Tbilisi National Park's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -6°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (751 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (115 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
